Here s the catch if the existing surface is somewhat in a structurally sound shape and elevating its height to a few inches won t be a problem you can certainly freshen it up with a new layer of concrete.
Can you pour concrete over existing countertop.
Now we have done several concrete countertops before and have removed the old countertop and poured a whole new one.
Set in fixtures such as.
That kind of equipment can really punish a concrete floor.
You can suspend the steel mesh from these screws after you ve poured in half of your concrete.
I ve seen the diy concrete counter tops where you literally frame out your counter and pour concrete but i ve never heard of painting concrete on top of your existing counters.
And i must say it has worked out so far.
Pouring concrete over the existing one.
You need to start with a clean surface and ensure a proper bond to create a new concrete surface that lasts.
Lay it over the mold and using bolt cutters cut it to shape staying at least 1 inch from the edges of the form all the way around.
Such a good idea.
Drill screws every 4 6 inches around the top of your mold.
You can if the concrete is sound solid with minor cracks pitting scaling surface damage or just plain ugly.
This was an experiment to pour concrete over the top of existing countertops.
Pouring concrete over an existing concrete driveway or sidewalk.
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It s part of what makes concrete countertops so fun but be sure that you are not letting any drips dry.
There are a couple cracks but all concrete cracks.
Thoroughly clean the steel mesh using steel wool and acetone.
Pouring concrete over existing concrete sidewalk or patio surfaces is an option if the existing base is structurally sound.
Also be aware that your putty knife marks will be in the finished color.
The same principles as above apply to pouring concrete over an existing concrete driveway or sidewalk.
As you go you can scrape the thicker parts back to the container and add small amounts of water about a tsp at a time.