Concrete is a high-performance, durable and easy-to-maintain coating that is resistant to the weather conditions of our Quebec climate. After being neglected for a long time, concrete is a material that is coming back to the forefront of decorative trends. We already honor it in our interiors; will we be able to give it back its letters of nobility on the outside?
Advantages
- Ecological
- Maintenance free
- Can be colored
- Non-slip
- Can be left as a slab or covered with another material (exterior porcelain, PVC membrane, polyaspartic)
- Can be redone at a lower cost thanks to surfacing (see below)
Disadvantages
- May be damaged by salt (calcium)
- Often complex realization that requires the expertise of a contractor
- A balcony in height will require sturdy inground foundations and formwork under the patio
How to improve the appearance of a concrete slab?
If you want to give your concrete slab a makeover, you can resurface it. The procedure involves applying a polymer cement sealer to the entire surface following removing worn or crumbling concrete. Subsequently, companies may offer to apply a coating such as polyaspartic, also called “polyurea with flakes”. Made from elastomer, this material is ultra-resistant, non-slip and installs in one day.
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