In many cases.
Broom finish concrete patio ideas.
The typical process for a broom finish is.
Rinse the concrete patio thoroughly with a garden hose.
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This is because the sealer will protect the concrete from road salts stains mold etc.
Remove any residual acid mixture by scrubbing the patio with an old broom.
Wait for the bleed water to evaporate.
Should i seal the broom finished concrete.
Strike off with a screed.
This is a normal type of broom finish we do on a lot of patios pool decks sidewalks and driveways.
Drag a stiff bristled broom one made from horsehair or nylon slowly across the surface.
Although with low water cement ratio exterior concrete with the proper amount of air there might not be.
There s some disagreement here.
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Sweep the surface of the concrete patio clean with a new broom and a dustpan.
Ensure each stroke is consistent traveling in the same direction and creating tiny ridges in the surface.
Resurfacing this concrete slab took years off its appearance but it s still important to give this slab a broom finish.