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Can aggregate be successfully exposed in architectural concrete by acid washing Acid washing has been used successfully when it is applied to concrete that has already attained a strength of 4500 psi The method has its limitations however especially on vertical surfaces which are difficult to etch uniformly because the downward acid flow
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Mix acid solution 1 parts acid to 10 parts water Always pour acid into water to avoid acid from splashing In another bucket mix neutralizing solution 5 gallons of water for every 1 pound of baking soda Prepare your surface by misting it with water
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Re Cleaning exposed aggregate driveway w/ bleach by simpson March 23rd 2024 5 51 pm simple green and a broom spray it on scrub it around and hose it off freyja5 Posts 256 Joined August 27th 2024 6 02 pm Location Surrey BC Canada Grass Type Rye/Fescue Lawn Size Not Specified Level Not Specified
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Pressure washing pavers bricks and concrete is a popular method for cleaning them Power washers are easy to find for rent or purchase and almost anyone can figure out how to turn one on aim it and pull the trigger While it is easy to learn the basics pressure washers are powerful machines that can easily damage property or cause bodily
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Light cleaning 6 7 ounces of muriatic acid to one gallon of water Start cleaning Begin applying an even coating of muriatic acid using a pump sprayer to the entire pad of concrete Do not spot clean with muriatic acid as the concrete will be brighter where the area was cleaned compared to the rest of the concrete
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What s the best way to clean exposed aggregate With new products hitting the market all the time we found The Profiler by Surface Gel Tek an outstanding method for cleaning and resealing exposed aggregate Because The Profiler a muriatic acid in a gel form lays on the surface of the concrete without absorbing into the cement
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Use the pressure washer to clean the whole driveway after using the product Bleach Bleach is also a popular method to clean concrete Use a bucket with warm water and around a cup of liquid bleach Spray or pour it over the dirty areas Let it stay there for a few minutes and clean the whole area with the pressure washer
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The best way to maintain exposed aggregate driveways in Melbourne is to make sure that you clean them on a regular basis Failure to do so would cause the dust and grime to settle into the surface Pressure Washing Another effective way to get rid of stains left behind by viscous liquids such as car oil is to use a high pressure washer
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How to Clean An Exposed Aggregate Driveway Without Causing Damage Get Your Free Quote Here All Posts We Couldn t Find This Page Check out some of the other great posts in this blog See More Posts
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Pressure wash the surface Use a high pressure washer with hot water and a commercial grade degreaser to eliminate oil stains The hot water will help lift oil from the surface and the degreaser will emulsify the stain and allow it to wash off easily Exposed aggregate cleaners can be applied on tire marks before rinsing it off with hot water
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Method 1 Preparation It is highly recommended that the concrete pool surface is high pressure cleaned before applying Maxseal Flex This process removes any loose particles or residue ensuring a clean and sound surface perfect for the adhesion of the waterproofing membrane 2 Apply Maxrest Passive to exposed steel to protect against corrosion
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The pressure washer basically pulls all the sediment off the top layer you can see him pushing it like grime leaving the exposed agg finish behind You have to let the concrete cure for a while then once it s firm enough you expose the top laying aggregate It s just a different finishing technique 5 level 1
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Best Way To Clean Exposed Aggregate Power Wash Even though the moss itself wont damage the structural integrity of a concrete driveway it leaves ugly staining and discolorations on the surface in addition moss traps an excessive amount of moisture between nonflowering plants and the driveway which could lead to fungus growth
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Step 4 The Breakdown This is the most passive part in the process of removal of pebbles from your front yard concrete but nevertheless it is still a very important one The entire area of epoxy floor coating now covered in epoxy solvent needs a layer of black plastic You will only need one sheet
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Pressure washing exposed aggregate Professional equipment King Of Pressure Washing subscribers Join Subscribe 167 Share 84K views 10 years ago Professional equipment
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Apply Thick Coats and Reapply Every Two Years Sealer application depends on the type of sealer used and the type of aggregate in the concrete Material differences create huge variations in any sealer s covering power For example an aggregate that s slightly more porous can double the quantity of sealer needed for the first coat
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Yet contractors can actually create exposed aggregate surfaces using a variety of different techniques This article outlines three different methods used in creating exposed aggregate concrete 1 Manual Brushing The oldest method of installing exposed aggregate also happens to be the simplest at least from the materials and tools standpoint
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Adding a little bit of degreaser as well as hot water would also go a long way in easing the process of removing the stains When covered in hot water the combined influence of the degreaser and heavy pressured water would work at lifting up the stains from the surface of the exposed aggregate
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Steps to Clean Exposed Aggregate Step 1 Saturate the surface with a cleaner leaving it to absorb into the concrete Step 2 While the surface remains wet scrub the surface with a stiff bristled broom to agitate and help the cleaner penetrate and loosen the dirt
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You may need to hose them down frequently 4 Let the acid sit for a few minutes Wait 5 10 minutes for the acid to etch the concrete [22] If you re just removing white mineral deposits wait until you see them lift off the concrete usually just a couple minutes [23] Part 3 Cleaning Up 1 Rinse thoroughly
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Here are the three popular methods that contractors use to aggregate concrete 1 Brushing and Washing The best way to figure it out is to scrub away a small area on the surface of mortar with a stiff nylon bristle broom Exposed Aggregate Three Ways to Expose Aggregate in Concrete Please allow up to 7 Business Days for quoting
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It is exposed aggregate that looked OK wet when first washed to expose the small rocks As it dries/cures however the surface appears splotchy as if the washing was not consistent or complete It looks as though the small rocks were exposed more in some sections and less in others It also looks as though the runoff left a residue in some
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Water based cleaner/degreaser Can be diluted for general maintenance cleaning and degreasing Removes oil grease and grime from concrete driveways and paths lube bays and workshop floors Details Dimensions Product Package Weight Easy To Carry Total Weight Specifications Colour Other Model Name Cleaner Concrete and Driveway 1L Model Number
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Take care of getting rid of moss or moldy spots by first mixing the oxygen bleach and hot water inside a large bucket Dip the scrub brush into the deck cleaning solution and apply directly to the stain Leave the solution on the stain for up to five minutes Once bubbling stops scrub the area with a scrub brush
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Power Wash This can provide you with a plan to stop any damage already in progress as well as a comprehensive maintenance plan to clean and protect your concrete for years to come Our professional crews can perform Aggregate Cleaning and Sealing in Richmond Virginia and the surrounding metro areas Give us a call today for a free estimate
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After 24 to 48 hours of drying time we then apply two coats of clear Ultra Surface Sealcoat 1000 by Concrete Solutions Inc Compared to the unsightly untreated surface this tip offers a great solution for most of your customers stained or tarnished concrete surfaces Note the second coat also included a slip resistant additive call Shark Grip
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Muratic Acid is a refined product made from the stomic acid of slottered animals ie cows pigs these are the same juices that are found in our own stomics As a professional concrete contractor I always use muratic acid to further clean the aggregate and also for a slight etch to help reveal small amounts of the sand this will make the
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One is to wash the surface with water as the concrete is getting hard Another way is to spray the surface with a retarding agent and waiting until the next day to reveal Using this technique the concrete is usually covered with polyethylene sheeting overnight The second method is the safer approach because only the surface paste is retarded
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Here are the steps to remove moss from exposed aggregate Use a broom to remove moss Wet the surface using a water hose Fill a bucket with 2 gallons of water Pour 2 cups of oxygen bleach into the water and mix well You can also use dishwasher detergent or vinegar for this step Get a scrub brush and soak its bristles with the cleaning solution
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