Resurfacing a Garage Floor

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  • čas přidán 27. 09. 2020
  • I show how to resurface a garage floor with Sakrete Flo-Coat Concrete Resurfacer. My garage floor was very pitted. I applied a thin coat of the concrete resurfacer to fill the pitting and smooth out the surface.
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Komentáře • 77

  • @seansinclair257
    @seansinclair257 Před 9 měsíci +8

    You need to do every "how to" video on CZcams! No fluff! Right to the point! Thank you!!!

  • @joshuaperry4112
    @joshuaperry4112 Před rokem +11

    Thanks man, no BS, just instruction.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem +1

      You're welcome
      Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

  • @youstars7101
    @youstars7101 Před 3 lety +5

    This channel is actaully awesome

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks!
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
      itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @DavidV-321
    @DavidV-321 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video! Sounds like I'll be hiring a contractor for this job.

  • @darrent2478
    @darrent2478 Před rokem +1

    By far the best Sakrete Flocoat video on CZcams.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem

      Thanks.
      Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

  • @armarx736
    @armarx736 Před 3 lety +1

    Well done.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety

      Thanks.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
      itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @Shannon-im7re
    @Shannon-im7re Před 2 lety

    Anyone know if this coat holds epoxy well?

  • @projectmanagercolumbusrecl7722

    Can we polish concrete after that, which product could it be ?

  • @jordangross4524
    @jordangross4524 Před 3 lety +10

    Thanks for the video. I’m going to tackle this on my garage. Can you share the details on that scraper you used - it looks good and I like the long handle. Will I be able to paint or epoxy after it has cured?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety +2

      Hi, the scraper is the Slam Scraper from Red Devil. You can apply any top coating that works with cement products.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @simonh5110
    @simonh5110 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for video! Very informative. Can I ask how it’s been holding up?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem

      So far so good!
      Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

  • @GarageGear
    @GarageGear Před 3 lety +3

    Great video! Considering doing the same thing. My floor is in decent shape and similar to yours. Will this product chip, crumble, breakdown or flake away in high traffic areas or where you park your car? How is the long term durability? Thank you for posting this!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety +2

      Hi, so far its in great shape. I will be doing a video soon to install a garage door threshold, so you can check it out.
      We have more home improvement tips on our podcast podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear Před 3 lety

      @@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel thanks a lot for Sharing!!! I’ll check it out!

    • @jeremynguyen2346
      @jeremynguyen2346 Před 2 lety +1

      @@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel where do you buy the sakrete concrete resurfacer at

  • @grantstadheim8471
    @grantstadheim8471 Před 2 lety +2

    Great Video, this is exactly what i was looking for. After its dry can you then put an epoxy paint and sealant over it?

    • @chrisaskme811
      @chrisaskme811 Před 2 lety

      I would also like to know! Great question

  • @TheChildTrain
    @TheChildTrain Před 3 lety +5

    How do you keep this from flowing onto the driveway? Also, is it self leveling? It's advertised to not be used as leveling underlayment, and not as a final layer.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety +2

      Hi, I was able to get a feel for how much to put down at a time as I moved across the garage, so I didn't apply too much at the end. If you mix it to a trowelable consistency, and smooth it quickly, it levels off. It is formulated to resurface the concrete and be the finished surface.

    • @TheChildTrain
      @TheChildTrain Před 3 lety +2

      @@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel If I'm correct, was it 3.5 quarts of water per bag?

  • @screwdriver9955
    @screwdriver9955 Před 3 lety +1

    Good video! Did it dry to the same color everywhere? 5 bags. Was this a 2 car garage?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety +1

      Hi, yes a 2 car garage. It was pretty uniform in color. I'm sure a second thin coat would make it look more uniform.

  • @westwood3286
    @westwood3286 Před 2 lety +4

    Can you do a follow up of how it looks now please?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi, here is a video we did in June that catches some of the floor. It is holding up very well.
      czcams.com/video/FHbZLFRukKE/video.html

  • @michaelwebster8526
    @michaelwebster8526 Před 3 lety

    I only have a couple pitted areas in my garage, should I just resurface those areas or do the entire floor?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety +1

      Hi, you can start with the holes with a product like this and see how it turns out and then resurface the whole area if it doesn't look good.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @stevepavalich9983
    @stevepavalich9983 Před 3 lety +2

    Any special precautions to take around the floor drain?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety

      Hi, you can stuff some craft paper or towels into the opening.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

    • @chrisaskme811
      @chrisaskme811 Před 2 lety

      Purchase a cheap expandable pipe plug from Lowe’s/ Home Depot and seal around it

  • @catherineruud2174
    @catherineruud2174 Před 2 lety +2

    I have grease spots....do I need to remove those before using this product?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Hi, yes use a degreaser, then clean with a detergent and rinse thoroughly.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
      itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @victorvek5227
    @victorvek5227 Před 3 lety

    No etching? No bonding agent rolled onto the floor before application??

  • @zapatastyle
    @zapatastyle Před 3 lety

    How many buckets of surfacer did it take to do the entire floor...did u surface the entire floor?
    Thanks for the video BTW.

  • @jimvaughn6071
    @jimvaughn6071 Před 2 lety

    Would this work if I actually wanted to fill in my expansion joints to make it easier to roll things around the garage?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi, this is formulated for a thin top coat. I would look into a sand mix or concrete filler depending on the depth and width.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
      itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

    • @jimvaughn6071
      @jimvaughn6071 Před 2 lety

      @@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Appreciate the reply.

    • @simonh5110
      @simonh5110 Před 2 lety

      Use sikaflex self leveling sealant for that if u haven’t already found something. Got the big tubes of it at Home Depot and Although it’s a bit pricey it works super well and I roll my lathe and mechanics chair over it no problem.

  • @RajendraSingh-qg3cx
    @RajendraSingh-qg3cx Před rokem

    Is this a floor leveler or a cement product specifically for refinishing concrete floor?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem +1

      Hi, yes this is designed for concrete.
      Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

  • @AsianxWu
    @AsianxWu Před 3 lety

    If I use a jack or something that puts a lot of pressure on a small area, will the new layer crack?

  • @FLHawk
    @FLHawk Před 9 dny

    Hi, can you tell me what the square footage area is for one 40lb bag?? I have a two car garage and want to make sure I purchase enough, thx!!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 8 dny

      Hi, here is a link for their calculator for the product.
      Check out some home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9

  • @JackKazan63
    @JackKazan63 Před měsícem

    You need to do resurfacing right after pressure wash the floor?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před měsícem

      Hi, yes, it helps to spread the material.
      Check out some home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9

  • @dennisbanks706
    @dennisbanks706 Před 2 lety

    What is the lowest temperature this can be used in?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Hi, the temperature should be above 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
      itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @thom9040
    @thom9040 Před 3 lety +1

    Can multiple layers of this product be applied??

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 3 lety

      Hi, yes, you can apply multiple coats.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @svt283
    @svt283 Před 2 lety

    How long does it lost for? Will be pop up?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Hi, it should last 10 to 20 years depending on how thick and how well the surface was prepared.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
      itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @nmssis
    @nmssis Před rokem

    I have to fix my portion of the shared garage space. how thick can this be mixed...I need something that does not contain aggregates n not even like the sand mix. that said I'm looking for something that is less fluid for better control.
    thanks!

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem +1

      Hi, you are looking for a concrete resurfacer. Compare the thickness that it can be applied. Some products are from a skim coat up to 1/8 or from a skim coat to 1/2 inch thick.
      Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

    • @nmssis
      @nmssis Před rokem

      @@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel thank you for the response.
      Then what is the difference between a resurfacer vs self leveling concrete?
      BTW, just got yer ebook

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem +1

      @@nmssis Hi, thanks for the download! A self leveling concrete usually has a thicker minimum thickness. One of the Quikrete self leveling products wants a minimum 1/2 inch for heavy traffic areas.

    • @nmssis
      @nmssis Před rokem

      @@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel I bought a bag of Sika Self-Leveling Underlayment and saw that most users mixed it to "pancake batter" consistency for flowing coverage. However, I was looking to make it a little thicker and did not know if that was possible, such as thinner clay where it does not flow, allowing me to shape it better.

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před rokem

      @@nmssis Are you patching areas or just smoothing the surface?

  • @1232bluejays
    @1232bluejays Před 3 lety

    Wonder if it cracks with time

  • @Dolsey1
    @Dolsey1 Před rokem

    idk why you didn't squeegee over the cracks in the vid

  • @mattyoung5647
    @mattyoung5647 Před rokem

    This house isn't on Coon Lake is it? Damn that garage looks familiar

  • @milantubic229
    @milantubic229 Před 2 lety

    Can I park my car over that?

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Yes you can.
      We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast
      itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

  • @yamo450fx5
    @yamo450fx5 Před 2 lety

    It’s way to thin you are only painting it on

    • @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel
      @FIXITHomeImprovementChannel  Před 2 lety

      Hi, I used this to fill in all the pitting and give it a new uniform look. I spoke to Sakrete before I applied it and they said a thin coat is fine with this product. It still looks great.

    • @chrisaskme811
      @chrisaskme811 Před 2 lety

      Yamo 450fx, you don’t know what you’re talking about. Go sell oranges on the freeway.