concrete overlay options

[jallen013]

We're replacing the floors in our home, have decided on a stained concrete overlay, and have two quotes from local contractors.

One of the quotes is to grind, patch existing nail holes and such, and pour one ~1/16" layer of concrete. The second quote is to grind and pour three layers of concrete in varying levels of coarseness for a total thickness of ~1/4".

Any input as to which is a better option would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

 

[FloorMaven]

Will it be embossed?

 

[Ernesto]

Personally I think it is over rated.

 

[jallen013]

Will it be embossed?

No embossing or stamping. Just flat.

 

[FloorMaven]

All things being equal as far as correct installation procedures; you might look at it from the wear layer perspective. You can get hardwood with wear layers from a sixteenth of an inch to a quarter of an inch in most cases. Which works for you really depends on your needs. The longer you intend to keep this floor the thicker your wear layer should be.

 

[Incognito]

there are "finished concrete" looking products or faux concrete finishes and patch products that can be poured, troweled and I believe even painted on

http://www.concretenetwork.com/fix-concrete-repair/overlay-systems.html

scroll around on this website and check into all the various options

 

[Ernesto]

See this thread in the concrete forum. Scroll down for pics.

http://www.flooringforum.com/forum/f15/elitecrete-1167/