RENEW OLD CONCRETE: Cheap, Easy, DIY Project

[@handylandlord]

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[@rudycramer225]

What a great idea! Paint the concrete on. I have some steps that need refurbishing. You have given me all I need to know in how to accomplish this. Thanks for the video.

[@AS-pp6ll]

Dust mask is a must for grinding!!

[@garrettgiuffre7298]

Man I know more youtube videos are out there that have craftsman in their trade that can do and teach well. But I have know idea what the hell they're talking about. You sir explained it perfectly for someone who has zero experience

[@handylandlord]

Thanks for the positive comment. Sometimes they are rare.

[@kennethamend8557]

I do some similar. I use 2 sand 1 cement, when doing my overlays. Sometimes I'll even throw in colored pigment, then seal it. Will last 10 plus years if prep work is done right. Very Nice Video Bro!! God Bless

[@florac6906]

I felt like putting a mask on you as I see the dust flying off the stairs. Good video by the way

[@supjay3945]

I was thinking same

[@RemoteNotary]

exactly - what I was looking for. I had this *idea* but had zero confidence in doing my steps. I didn't want to hire someone and was thinking to apply thin coat/ and your video is what I was looking for. Thank you !!!!!!

[@librasoul1705]

I feel like this is something I can do on my own and save thousands. Thanks a million!❤🎉

[@joerosado7221]

You can still see the dents, not very smooth at all, next time spray the surface with water & pour a little powder cement so it can bond with the old concrete then floated, the results will be amazing

[@Cam-cy8eg]

Is there a quick, easy way to balance the color on an existing foundation? I clean headstones and I'm looking for a way to clean up splotchy concrete foundations of the headstones. Some of them just need a color balance. I want them to look as natural as possible. Would this powder cement that you mentioned, work for something like this?

[@xle4087]

Shouldn't you repair the chipped edge on the second step and the left corner of the bottom stair, rather than covering with a band-aid?

[@theresekablan4301]

I have watched a dozen videos. Your video gave me all the details I needed to take on the steps! Thank You for Sharing!

[@handylandlord]

Have you already done the job? Unfortunately this has failed. Video coming soon on details. I also have a better method using different products.

[@handylandlord]

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[@samueladams584]

I've only seen a few videos to repair and resurface porch steps and appearance and this one seems to be the best. I have no experience but the porch is from 1960 and it would be a accomplishment for me to make it look better.

[@MrCeora]

Please put on a mask when your using a grinder or anything that generates dust. You're young now, but believe me , it will catch up with you and you WILL be sorry. Otherwise, very good video...

[@handylandlord]

Thanks. Mask shortage during the time of this video. I typically wear an N-95 or respirator.

[@michaeljacksonlov14]

What happens if you don’t?

[@chasl3645]

@@michaeljacksonlov14 sand has silica in it and at the microscopic level it looks like shards of glass if you breathe a lot of it it can damage your lungs.

[@lyndacrockett5362]

Yes my grandpa was an old school painter back in the day who also did concrete repair. Throat cancer, died before his time never wore a mask. Came home with speckles of paint and concrete all over his face everyday. 😔

[@chasl3645]

@@lyndacrockett5362 terribly sorry to hear that. While doing work that could eareversably harm you personal protective equipment should be used as needed to protect ones health.

[@donc4925]

The dog in the back yard cracks me up :0)

[@psuengineer84]

Straight acryl60 is even better than just diluted acrylic in your paint mix. Superior bond, reduced porosity, and durability. Sealing with silane is even better afterwards. I would also add to your video to make sure that the steps are wet cured after setting. Like stucco, I keep it moist for at least 24 hours.

[@psuengineer84]

Sorry, apply sealer after wet curing in case it was misleading.

[@handylandlord]

Thanks for the tips. I greatly appreciate all the help. Check out this other video I recently did using different products: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqa9aaePh5iLmKM Seems to be holding up well. Thanks for watching.

[@scottdashnaw2345]

Acryl 60 dont play..lol...best stuff ever..👍

[@tomjakobs328]

This man will teach us a lot

[@samueljaramillo4221]

Easy enough to do. I think I will do that to the driveway leading into our garage.

[@KatherineTheGr8t]

Good job Buddy, wish the management co I rent from would be so considerate. You will attract better renters who tap into the finer repairs, especially a front entrance. Kudos to you : D

[@edknaak5101]

Nice job. Good ideas. The concrete guys who would make $500 on this job are critical. Us home owners trying to save a buck and get the old lady off are backs like it.

[@lisaj205]

Maybe the old lady would be on your front instead of your back if you tried this yourself!

[@handylandlord]

This is good haha

[@handylandlord]

Check out this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2nbp4BqoKx1l6s I've used Portland cement on several concrete repairs over the years but never combined with a rapid set product. Thanks for watching

[@ghostpeppered4524]

The diamond cup you are using is for grinding, but if you have paints, adhesives, or other polymers on the surface, it's just going to smear them around--potentially deeper into the surface. There's another accessory you can use with the same rotary tool--it's called Diamabrush, and looks like row of putty knives set at a 45deg angle. There's a KZbin video that shows a comparison between the two, and it's about 4-5X more effective in this scenario.

[@handylandlord]

I just looked up the grinding wheel u are talking about. Very interesting. Thanks for the tips. I’m going to buy one and give it a shot on my next job.

[@brianshishnia3278]

@@handylandlord Good video! Just saying, dust mask are cheap lung protection as are foam or gel knee pads.

[@justinjoyit13]

Looks better but not great- missed filling in a lot of imperfections which shows in the final result. Personally I would have used a tint in the mix too.

[@abar7178]

I see you got a helper just like mine always laying at my feet while I work

[@handylandlord]

Haha yeah. My best buddy for 12 years. Unfortunately I had to put him down due to a bunch of skin and health issues his last year. Tucker was the best dog I’ve ever had. Do u have a boxer?

[@andredsouza2320]

Excellent Video. Mike Hadduck 2.0!

[@handylandlord]

Haha Thank you!

[@jamiepatterson558]

That is high praise, indeed, I love Mike!!!

[@victorvek5227]

Nice respirator.

[@mikeygeee]

My understand on the use of concrete is it cant be less than 2” thick or it will crack or delaminate. This is applied very thin.

[@flexjay87]

Wow, i need to do exactly this type repair, on a very similar size porch we have. Thanks so much for the idea and video !

[@handylandlord]

Check out review video. Think I made a mistake by not sealing it once dry. So far I like the products in this video better kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqa9aaePh5iLmKM I drive my truck and trailer over this repair everyday and so far it’s holding up great. Good luck on your project.

[@theflowerangel5724]

So satisfying to watch. ☺️

[@handylandlord]

Haha

[@ghostpeppered4524]

Another way you could probably have gone with this is to use your grinder on the horizontal/up faces to a CSP 2 (Concrete Surface Profile), and then choose a self-leveling epoxy, with traction/non-slip additive like aluminum oxide. That would have gotten you a lot closer to a smooth/mirror finish, and it potentially it would withstand water corrosion longer.

[@bblleschmitz]

Just an FYI have you ever heard of silica dust you really should’ve been wearing a mask when grinding the concrete and you might’ve been able to grid it wet. Steps came out really nice.

[@MarioGonzalez-ir5xc]

loved the dog having happy moment at min 1:33

[@jamiepatterson558]

Excellent video, thank you, Sir!

[@librasoul1705]

Amazing job!!! 😮

[@Cindyfosho]

Excellent job.... I wish I could hire you...😊

[@dennisrockwell7834]

LOOKS GOOD TO ME THANKS A LOT

[@handylandlord]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheBackbonedesign]

Thanks for sharing! Just curious how did it hold up? Any issues with cracks or flaking?

[@notwrkn2mch]

Nice Job..... Out here in Phoenix trying to find basic Portland type I/II Cement is impossible on 7/2/22

[@GuitarLessonsBobbyCrispy]

So all the paint has to be removed before resurfacing? No way around it? Lol, I would like to resurface my porch sometime but is covered in paint.

[@Kelly-lo6cz]

I don't have any cracks or texture issues with my 12 by 12 concrete patio, it is just dirty. It has stains on it. I do not want to mess with a power washer because it's a pain in the butt and I don't want to use concrete paint because it will eventually paint and I'm lazy and don't want to do the prep work. It seems like there is no prep work for this over than lightly misting the existing concrete. Is this an ok idea to use this to just get rid of stains and make the concrete look refreshed and new again? I would think think it would be thick enough so that the stains would not be seen through it? I don't want prep work and this seems like a way to get away with not prepping anything. Thoughts? Your project looks fantastic!

[@handylandlord]

I would spray it with bleach let it sit, scrub with a brush and rinse. See what it looks like after. If still not happy maybe a semi transparent concrete stain

[@ivanantich440]

I Thank god for your KZbin channel! Appreciate the info 👌🏻🙌🏻

[@handylandlord]

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[@Stealthsilent1337]

You forgot to spray paint on it to seal it, preferably silane, but paint works. Your coat will have 5% strength because it only reacted for 5% strength. You want it to react completely for 100% strength, Paint over it with either clear coat or silane, or any cheapo paint, leave it there for a year.

[@kimberlyrogers9953]

Thanks buddy !

[@eeveecat2158]

I like it. How long will it last?

[@lisas5913]

Interesting gnome close up 🙂

[@no2mob889]

Wonder if you can imprint a design on top of that???

[@baolongnguyen1080]

easy, follow your steps.. I think i can do

[@handylandlord]

This works… but I would look into rapid set new Crete.

[@markbrown1609]

good video dude. I accidently bought and open a gallon of that bonding agent. now i'm trying to find use for it.. and thanks for generous act of sharing. I found a good application. Can you do walls the same method? Sincerely: Mark

[@jamiepatterson558]

You sure can, I'm "painting" a block foundation & basement walls now & it's looking great.

[@lzh3131]

Liked the video🙂

[@living9377]

Great vid. Thanks for sharing!

[@sunnywen4080]

thanks for sharing!

[@handylandlord]

No problem. I would look into a product called Newcrete made by Rapid set.

[@runsontrails3091]

Please wear a mask when bringing the concrete.

[@entoletao]

Great video. Thanks!

[@handylandlord]

Hopefully getting the video out soon on a new product that I’m trying out instead of Portland cement. Will attach video when I get it done.

[@Ryan-yi6su]

How long did it last?? My stairs are very pitted because they used to have that stupid green carpet on them and all the edges are garbage I read to you some sort of etching acid on the concrete to help with sticking Also, I've read that we're supposed to put a white adhesive promoter onto the concrete before adding more concrete. Is this the product that you added to the water? If you have an email I will send you a picture. Thanks for your video

[@fortpatches]

Awesome job! FYI RapidSet Mortar Mix is a hydraulic cement. It is a "High performance, eco-friendly hydraulic cement formulation"

[@handylandlord]

Thanks for the info! Currently working on a video with RapidSet products. So far I am impressed.

[@zeke112964]

No it's not ....Hydraulic cement is designed to plug leaks instantly in concrete and masonry and can be used above and below grade. It is high strength, quick setting also repels water

[@fortpatches]

@@zeke112964 ah, well it says it is in its spec sheet

[@zeke112964]

@@fortpatches it says its an ingredient in the mortar mix .Do you even know to make mortar instead of buying premixed bags?

[@shannonthomas8629]

You only filled in the holes on the top stoop and not the stairs. Also, why use a brush instead of a trowel to get a smooth finished surface?

[@rjcote45]

WOW! Great job! You are good!

[@verndetta8315]

Damn! I thought I was a cheap bastard.. At least buy some overlay & make it 1/4-1/2 in thick, could fill in those holes & missing side on step.

[@beverlycharles6534]

What is overlay? Will it last longer? My mom's porch has a whole 3ft diameter area that cracked off from the center. A professional 'fixed' it and painted it 10 years ago & now the paint is peeling in that spot it's failing / sunken crumbling away there. So I think I should sand off all paint and smooth w a diamond wheel grinder he mentioned then use the same stuff mortar mix (liquidy) to build it up then resurface. The porch is huge. 15x 7ft. I want to do it cheap but would love it 2 last another 10 years. 🤣. Any better ideas would be appreciated.

[@verndetta8315]

@@beverlycharles6534 Overlay is a concrete mix that has no rocks, mix water into it until it's a easy workable pliable but wont fall off the sides when you trowel it in. Just wash and clean surface before hand with hard bristle brush or lightly with wire brush, maybe brush on some of that concrete adhesive stuff for extra strength.

[@beverlycharles6534]

@@verndetta8315 Ok - sounds like what I need, & is worth the slightly higher price. 👍🤣 Thanks.

[@verndetta8315]

@@beverlycharles6534 We buy ours at Valley Supply co, they sell alot of Concrete supplies.

[@lesmartin1459]

Pure cement and polymer is just going to jump right off. The make structure mixes to do this. Fist couple good freezes its going to be a chipping mess

[@crazyhandshands9028]

THANKS for your time bro but that's not how it's done but I give you the effort..

[@Dom-pf8wd]

Just curious, any reason why the second step (painting on the concrete layer) wouldn't be enough to fill the small pitting and even things out?

[@francisniestemski2440]

What kind of brush were you using? Nice video.

[@handylandlord]

I picked this up at homedepot in the masonry department. I think it's called a masonry brush. Ive had it for years.

[@artemihsw2832]

Don’t need the acrylic adhesive. Data sheet and sds specifies this.

[@tubecoatue]

Looks really good. Are you available for hire ? I doubt my results will look that good.

[@handylandlord]

Thanks. Planning to try and do a smooth finish this summer on another patch of concrete. Unfortunately, I have more work than I know what to do with. Haha

[@Akramer12]

Beautiful

[@weldthefuture9833]

Nice job

[@meenakshivetri4848]

Good. Open staircase best method prevention from heat and rain is fixing rough tiles immediately after construction. 😆😆😆😆

[@jordanway1459]

Why wouldn’t you use a sponge float instead of your hand?

[@handylandlord]

I’ve never used one. Will look into it. Thanks for the tip.

[@sandrapetrini2531]

Can you add color to this process? I need to fill in cracks on my terra cotta colored steps

[@andreaberryman5354]

So bonding agent and thin mixed hydrolic then??? Or just regular Quickset cement????

[@castanedagus]

This looks great. But it’s a small area. I have a large area in front of my garage. What else can I do not to get in my knees? Are there large brushes like yours to use like a rake and spread it Can color be added to the mix? Thx greetings from LA

[@jamesmickiel9483]

Are you able to remove the over layer if you not satisfied with outcome

[@User66866]

Great video. My stairs and porch was painted by previous owner, the paint is falling off, but could not be completely removed, do you think I can use your method to renew and cover it to make it looks more new? Thank you again!

[@ANGIEB52]

I just applied rapid "cement all" last month vertically seems like the first batch has cracks and is falling all off already. I wanted grey anyway. Wonder what I did wrong 😂

[@handylandlord]

ANGIEB52 I would make sure your surface is clean and free of debris. Priming the concrete with a concrete bonding agent also is a good idea. For vertical cracks you could try hydraulic cement or quikrete patching compound. Sorry for delayed response, Monday is a crazy landlord day 😂. Keep us updated on how it turns out.

[@ANGIEB52]

@@handylandlord Yeah I used the bonding agent, but I applied it to the wall per some other instructions. Maybe next time I will put it in the mix. The second batch hasn't started to come off, but its more spackled on. Like your brush technique, seems much better and easier. Think maybe I didnt wet it/cure it enough after and its pretty hot out.

[@handylandlord]

ANGIEB52 The concrete you were applying the mortar mix to could have pulled all the moisture out of the mortar mix. Drying it too quickly causing it to crack and fall out. The brush works good but you can also use a sponge 🧽 like they use for grout/tile wet it and smooth out your edges when applying the mortar mix.

[@Thoracius]

Sounds like the old concrete wasn't wet enough and your mortar mix was too wet.

[@speedracer2336]

Did you wet the concrete first? Suggest watching old school Mike Hadduck's youtube videos on concrete repairs.

[@RoundheadRecords]

Well done!

[@rogerpc6088]

No se rompera muy facil??? Es una capa de cemento muy delgada

[@handylandlord]

Check out the 1 year review of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2nbp4BqoKx1l6s

[@jimbain-p5w]

This last how long?

[@handylandlord]

A few years. I made a mistake when installing the rapid set under the top coat. Rapid set makes a product called new Crete

[@pamelavadasz2113]

Wow! Beautiful job! Great instruction, too

[@carlossaavedra1973]

What's the name of the big brown bag cement you yoused ??

[@steveweilbacher7083]

Pretty good job man. Looks good at finish line

[@handylandlord]

Check out the 1 year review video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2nbp4BqoKx1l6s

[@michaelatkin9649]

No it doesn't. Idk what kinda shitty finishers you have in your town but it looks like garbage

[@scottb5420]

Concrete Advice!

[@trailsloth6956]

How many properties do you have?

[@tubesteakjohnson]

You need the Right Side Railing.

[@tubesteakjohnson]

@M Why wasn't the other rail removed them, Mister know-it-all? Also it looks good for now but it'll only last a year or so, depending on use. So what do you say about that?

[@handylandlord]

This convo is cracking me up. haha

[@tubesteakjohnson]

@@handylandlord Glad you like it!

[@jamesjohnson4133]

will this fix etched concrete? how long will it last? i etched new concrete walkway with power washer accidentally. hopefully this will blend well with the rest of my concrete

[@annaliu2377]

what’ the material all you used?

[@mada90x]

Question is it going to crack up over time

[@handylandlord]

Hopefully getting the video out soon on a new product that I’m trying out instead of Portland cement. Will attach video when I get it done. Yes it wears away.

[@whipcream_cs2]

Nice safety boots lol!

[@rerite2]

Step 1: Tell people in the house NOT to exit out the back door -- until further notice.

[@handylandlord]

Best comment on this video yet.

[@handylandlord]

Tommy Hilfiger was not a sponsor of the his video. Haha. Thanks for watching.

[@juliagrace6890]

I was wondering...

[@MoNoShocks]

Breathing concrete dust can damage lungs if done too much.

[@user-fu7wv8cc2h]

Wow! That’s looks so much better! Thanks for posting. Do you think the same products would work on previously painted concrete? I have enclosed patio, that I’ve been working on trying to get all the paint off to even out the floor. Could really use some advice. Thanks!!

[@handylandlord]

Check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2mYl4uCaM-Uqs0 This is my go to method for removing paint from concrete. It is labor intensive as you are grinding off a layer of concrete but it does yield good results. Here is my most recent concrete video kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqa9aaePh5iLmKM I prefer this method and products over the stuff I used in the past. Good luck on your project. Keep us updated on how it turns out.

[@lynnroberts9970]

Can you add colour to this method

[@handylandlord]

I would say yes but I have never added color before. I’m working on a new video with a better product IMO. Will update once video is done.

[@davidboisen2132]

You wasted money on the bonding agent you don't need all that added with rapid set just a clean wet surface and it will bond just as good .

[@handylandlord]

Thanks for the tip. Hopefully getting the video out soon on a new product that I’m trying out instead of Portland cement. Will attach video when I get it done.

[@davidboisen2132]

@@handylandlord Portland cement makes a great cheap bonding agent also .All you do is take portland and add lots of water and make it into the consistency of paint and wet the surface with a sprayer after cleaning of course and paint it on before applying cement .That works great as an old school bonding agent . But like i said really no need with rapid set but regular concrete bonding to old concrete works great .Good luck with your project and P..S Watch all of Mike Haduck video's he's a great cement guy .I learned a lot watching that guy .

[@handylandlord]

@@davidboisen2132 Thanks for the info and tips.

[@MW-xm1rc]

Does it work where temperatures can get to -20?

[@TerryBastian-j1q]

Excellent work 🤪

[@speedracer2336]

Need to wet that concrete before applying portland paint!

[@handylandlord]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2nbp4BqoKx1l6s Yes I agree. I had some areas failed. After watching the video again I see that some areas dried out as I was working. Thanks for the tip

[@hesh2892]

Would a bitumen paint work ? It might last longer. Or you could tile the top. Its only a small area. I have a large concrete driveway , so might try this. Have used cement water thick mix for deeper holes ( it lasts long time ) but dont know about small surface pitting

[@jeffreylocklear6019]

Would this work on a driveway or would it crack? My driveway roughly 30 x 20, I want to resurface Was wondering if I can just do the step of applying concrete and the bond

[@handylandlord]

Hopefully getting the video out soon on a new product that I’m trying out instead of Portland cement. Will attach video when I get it done.

[@amezcua239]

You can apply a resurfacer product or an overlayment but that’s going to vary on different factors like the condition of your driveway slab. If it’s good without major cracking , sinking/settling you can do as I said, but if it’s in bad conditions I think it’s better and more beneficial for you to replace your slab

[@sherry866]

What temperature farenheit can we start painting at ?!?! If just one video can answer that simple question, I think I'd fkn pass Out

[@suzieque05]

Does this work for driveways?

[@tjjt9715]

so if you cant get all the paint off you can refinish over it with this?

[@handylandlord]

Within reason I think you can refinish over it, but it depends on how much paint is on the surface. I would try to grind off as much as you can. Here is video I did on removing paint from my concrete patio. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2mYl4uCaM-Uqs0 Good luck on your project.

[@mariluornelas7914]

Now you need to paint the iron gate

[@dinnerlady9784]

Looks like a rough ass job. Won't look too pretty when those bristle markings show up when dry. What's wrong with using a float.

[@odinmcboden9690]

Those bristle marks keep you from slipping and cracking your head open.