Concrete Deck Treatment

[Nashvillejoe]

looking for best options for a DIY-

i have spoken to a couple people regarding Cool Deck etc- they all run around $4/foot-


are there any DIY options Stains + Sealers that are worth a S*^t??

 

[Veccster]

What does cool deck do and what are you looking the do (what's the purpose)? Are you looking for protecting or a stain / color?

 

[chiefwej]

If it's just broom-finish concrete you can stain it, seal it, paint it, vinyl finish it. There are also a number of DIY texture deck coating finishes. Paint doesn't hold up very well but all the others a reasonable options. How do you want it to look? How much money/time/effort are you willing to devote to the project?

A lot will depend on your level of skill and experience as a DIYer and the amount of time and $$ You are willing to donate to the project.

 

[Nashvillejoe]

i have been looking at the Seal-Krete system- budget like to be done under $2K with something that looks good- but i am worried some of these newer products haven't been around long enough to establish much of a history. My Concrete is in very good condition- but it has Zero personality- and its rough on the feet- would like to put something down that is aesthetically groovy and add some of that non slip additive. My gut is to stay away from paint- the seal crete has an etch... followed by a bonding primer - and then 2 coat application with a sealer as a third coat-

i like the idea of the bonding primer requirement on any system for longevity- thoughts???

SEAL-KRETE® | Concrete Pool Deck Coating & Sealer

If it's just broom-finish concrete you can stain it, seal it, paint it, vinyl finish it. There are also a number of DIY texture deck coating finishes. Paint doesn't hold up very well but all the others a reasonable options. How do you want it to look? How much money/time/effort are you willing to devote to the project?

A lot will depend on your level of skill and experience as a DIYer and the amount of time and $$ You are willing to donate to the project.