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Ugly stamped concrete patio

7 years ago

Are there any products out there that would cover a concrete patio? The concrete is very good, no cracks, chips, etc., but the stamping was not done well and I want to cover. Flagstone is too expensive as this patio is about 30 feet x 12 feet, plus a couple of short attached walkways. Grinding and restaining will erode and pit the concrete in a year or two, according to local concrete experts as it weakens the concrete. Any ideas?

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Cinar Interiors, Inc.
7 years ago
DuraCeramic, High Density Ceramic (both of which are frost proof, unlike regular ceramic) or porcelain tile.
When you stay stamping are you stating the outside patio concrete was stained? If the concrete is stained you will have to have the stain and sealer removed before any tile can be laid.
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