Step 5 brush and wash.
Exposed aggregate concrete patio diy.
The exposed aggregate method removes the top fine layer so individual gravel pieces are visible on the surface.
It s what the cement bonds to and it gives the concrete substance and strength.
I love working with concrete because it s tough and versatile and relatively cost effective in this instructable i ll be jazzing up a new footpath by exposing the aggregate there are a few ways to do this and many commercial operators use a high pr.
As for amount concrete is purchased by the yard.
If you have trouble figuring out how much is needed tell the concrete company your square footage and thickness.
Keeping the roller surface moist will prevent it from picking up concrete and aggregate.
Aggregate is the sand and gravel part of the concrete mix.
In this video we are doing a custom concrete hand mix with a custom finish on this concrete paver stepping stone we show you how to get a beautiful hand fini.
They will inform you on what it is and different options they offer.
For information on many other parts of landsca.
How to build an exposed aggregate patio shows from framing to finish how to build and exposed aggregate patio.
Smooth stamped or broomed concrete hides the larger pieces of gravel below the surface.
Watch for bare patches of concrete that require a few more bits of aggregate.
Use the lawn rollers to press the aggregate into the concrete.
Making an exposed aggregate concrete path.