SAKRETE | Flo-Coat Concrete Resurfacer | 40 lb

Sakrete has uniquely marketed this resurface solution with the clever name of "Flo-Coat" and after using 11 bags I can truly say I am pleased. It has totally resurfaced my front porch stoop (6' x 7') and the 40' long walk with an overall appearance that matches new concrete.While expensive, the product is a material science marvel and economical when compared with total replacement.I cannot stress enough to follow the mixing instructions (ratio of water to mix ) and be sure to use an electric drill and mix paddle. Also, if you are working larger areas, use the support of another person as the material sets quickly and keeping your mixer / bucket clean while tending to the finish can be a challenge.I achieved the best outcome by covering the area within minutes of firming with damp burlap and plastic to avoid any surface distress while curing. I maintained the moisture for the first 24 hours.Don't be fooled by competitive offerings ! This finish exactly matches that of a concrete poured pad , while others have a gray painted appearance. Just not the same if matching adjacent surfaces.Utilize the Sakrete "Calculator" on their website to estimate the quantity required. In my case, I maintained a minimum thickness of 1/8 inch , but in some areas it approached 1/2 inch in thickness to offset some surface irregularities. A light form was required along the sidewalk edges in these areas to control the material, just as you would if pouring new. If you are just using a squeegee, no form is required.I used the squeegee to thoroughly engage the material into the existing surface, even in areas where my leveling thickness was a 1/4" or 1/2". Working the material initially into the surface is probably critical for good adhesion.In the end, after the material was firm, I used a wooden float to hand rub a natural finish with the slightest of texture. It all looks great! Good Luck

Product arrived as hard as a brick. Must have been in moisture. Could not dissolve in water to spread. Wasted $200.00

I dont if it was the sell or if it was the product but i installed this mixing as required and more with air bubblea everwhere and dry clumps. I recieved the bags and they were half exposed to water i feel.. several of the bags were alread hard and stiff.. i think the bags i bought were old product. My garage looks worse than it did before this product.. should have used a different product.

If you product arrives already hardened, you will have paid already an exorbitant amount for S&H. All the local stores were out of resurfacer. I made the mistake of ordering online. Basically if almost half arrives unusable, you will be paying effectively twice as much as in store.I've used 3 different resurfacers - I really can't tell them apart - they are all good. Follow the instructions and you will be fine.

Nice product, used on an old floor in my basement.

To bad it didn't qualify for free shipping and I hope it doesn't chip up

I am an experienced D-I-Y'er and I really wanted to like this product, but after trying multiple times to get this applied and spread over an old worn slab BEFORE it setup. I have become extremely frustrated with a product that is simply impossible to work with... especially if you are working alone and don't have a crew that's doing all the mixing for you. Batches came out full of clumps and if you follow the instructions for water-to-mix ratio, It literally hardens to an un-workable consistency within 3-4 minutes of applying. I understand that it sets quickly, but this stuff is ridiculous!! You don't even have enough time to spread it out and get it smooth before it's already hardened. I guess there's a reason all the "how-to" videos Sakrete has made never show the finished product. Total waste of time and $$

Very satisfied with this purchase. Although it took me a few bags to get the right mixture ratio, I really like how easy it was to spread the new concrete on my garage floor.