Application Thickness
Featheredge to 1/8 inch
Decorative Options
Can be troweled to a texture or troweled silky smooth. You can incorporate color into the mix, broadcast dry pigments onto the surface while troweling for a marbleized appearance, or accent with stains and dyes.
Performance Attributes
These polymer-based systems are applied super thin, giving them the ability to flex, unlike other systems. May also be applied to wall surfaces.
Application Thickness
1/8 inch
Decorative Options
Usually applied as a splatter coat or a knock-down (troweled) finish, and are ideal for use with paper or plastic stencils. Available precolored or can be integrally colored during mixing. Stains, dyes, or tints may be applied for accent color.
Performance Attributes
The textured finish is durable and skid-resistant, making it well-suited for surfaces such as pool decks, sidewalks, and driveways.
Application Thickness
1/4 to 3/4 inch
Decorative Options
Can be stamped and textured (similar to conventional stamped concrete) to mimic brick, slate, natural stone, and other materials. Color options include broadcast pigments, colored liquid or powdered releases, stains, dyes, and tinted sealers.
Performance Attributes
Are applied thickly enough to accept texture and cover minor imperfections in the concrete substrate.
Application Thickness
1/4 to 1 inch
(in one lift)
Decorative Options
Can be left seamless (except at joints) or used as a canvas for sawcut or engraved designs. For color, mix in integral pigments or apply stains, dyes, or tints.
Performance Attributes
Restores structurally sound, yet worn, concrete surfaces and can be used to level uneven floors.
Application Thickness
Up to 1 ½ inch
Decorative Options
Removal of weeds and moss that grow in the joints; refilling joints with sand as needed.
Performance Attributes
Restores structurally sound, yet worn, concrete in preparation for floor coverings. Provides a smooth, level base.
Source: Concrete Network
