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Skimming Concrete
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Rob Morley gave me the idea of stripping the surface of my concrete drive with a scabbler and skimming it. This looks a workable idea, so; How thick is the skim and what sort of mix? Do I lay it just like concrete between formwork? Do I need a bonding agent? Dave |
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David Lang wrote: Rob Morley gave me the idea of stripping the surface of my concrete drive with a scabbler and skimming it. Not being awkward, but why? This looks a workable idea, so; How thick is the skim and what sort of mix? 3:1 sand/cement with about 6:1 PVA/water, prime the surface with the PVA mix and allow to dry first. 1" minimum and cover with 500 gauge polythene for a week or so to retain water. Do I lay it just like concrete between formwork? Better to install a couple of screeds (wooden rails) on stakes either side. Pour in the mix, and use a third piece of timber across them to shuffle along the job to get your flat surface As it is a driveway the slightly rough surface will be a boon on frosty mornings. You may of course finish the surface with a float. Do I need a bonding agent? As above. John Schmitt |
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"John Schmitt" wrote in message Rob Morley gave me the idea of stripping the surface of my concrete drive with a scabbler and skimming it. Not being awkward, but why? To save a considerable amount of work! Dave |
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