Step 5 brush and wash.
Exposed aggregate concrete patio diy.
Call and order concrete from your local concrete company.
Call and ask for exposed aggregate concrete.
The rolling is done when the aggregate has been pressed just below the top layer of concrete and the surface is level and flush with the forms.
The exposed aggregate method removes the top fine layer so individual gravel pieces are visible on the surface.
How to build an exposed aggregate patio shows from framing to finish how to build and exposed aggregate patio.
Keeping the roller surface moist will prevent it from picking up concrete and aggregate.
For information on many other parts of landsca.
Making an exposed aggregate concrete path.
Smooth stamped or broomed concrete hides the larger pieces of gravel below 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.
Use the lawn rollers to press the aggregate into the concrete.
As for amount concrete is purchased by the yard.
Watch for bare patches of concrete that require a few more bits of aggregate.
They will inform you on what it is and different options they offer.