Quikrete Concrete Crack Seal REVIEW AFTER 1 YEAR
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- Опубліковано 8 лип 2020
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This video is a review of Quikrete Concrete Crack Seal after 1 year. I will show you how the product looks a year after applying it to cracks.
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Love it when someone follows through with follow-up promise. Even more when it’s informative and HONEST.
Thank you. That was my goal.
Yesssss! ❤️
rarely do they
@@fixitFlip 9 of
Just the fact that you spent an entire year to finish this video and show the result WOW respect, thanks for the video
Thank you and no problem!
I appreciate you putting up this video and showing how this product performs over time. I have multiple cracks just like the ones you show in the video yet to be repaired. Very helpful and nicely done. Thank You!
No problem and glad I could help!
@grafvonstauffenburg Slab definitely should be in quotes, ha ha.
It is awesome that you did a 1 year follow up. You're a man of your word.
Thanks for sharing.
No problem. Thanks for the kind words.
“Hey siri, set a timer for 365 days.”
Honestly, it doesn’t matter what type of filler product is used. If the slabs are moving/settling, the repaired joints will break/ split no matter what.
I hear ya.
Yep, spot on. Need to address the underlying issue which might be sinking of slab, I think cement with bondcrete or a similar liquid cement glue might be better?
That’s exactly what I was going to type. The bottle did it’s job! But the slabs are still moving
True fact.
Maybe resin is the answer as every bloody UA-camr uses it for everything else lol
The larger gaps are expansion gaps/ cuts to facilitate movine and reduce the risk of irregular cracking. Those are guaranteed to move some so impossible to expect them not to keep cracking. Best to use a flexible sealant for those. Use foam backer rod to fill most of those gaps and top off with the flexible sealant. Works like a charm.
Love it that you came back in a year to show us the True follow up review !!!!
Thanks!
One year after - this is super helpful. Thanks!
No problem!
I have used this product as well. My cracks were somewhat smaller on an exposed aggregate driveway.One trick that helps disguise the filler is to top coat,before the Quikrete dries, with a layer of sand.The product has it's limitations but otherwise I am very happy with the results.One additional note.If you have a smooth floor. example a basement with cracks/chips fill with Quikrete so that it is higher than the floor surface. After a few days it can be sanded perfectly smooth with a palm sander.
Good tips!
What grit do you use?
Hey Fix it Flip. Thanks for following through and posting the follow up video. Cheers! 🍻
No problem!
Your view count is deserved. Hope you get even more for your honesty and quality.
Thank you!
Thanks for the response. Your right! After watching your video I went to a road construction supply store and picked up 2 sika single tube epoxy caulking tubes that dispenses two components through a 6 inch plastic spiral screw on tip that mixes the 2 components on demand. At Home Depot I picked up a gallon of dry sika patching cement and a pint of sika bonding agent.
First time I seen double tube caulking gun. For bigger jobs Sika had a (two caulking tube)side by side caulking gun you put tubes A and B in with double plungers that push the material & mixes from both caulking tubes through a spiral mixer application tip.
I don’t trust my aim so I’m using masking tape each side of the cracks. When I use sika caulking at sidewalk to foundation I use duct tape for straight lines.
I’ll keep watching and learning.
Sounds like you are on to good plan. Let me know how it works out if you don't mind. Always like to hear updates. And good idea with the tape. I like to use that trick when running silicone around a tub. Makes for easier cleanup.
I used it on my driveway when I first bought my house. It lasted several years. I don't think the cracking got very bad until about three years later. Then I redid the worst spots. That was a few years ago and I need redo the whole thing now. I didn't expect it to last forever. I just wanted to stop the cracks from getting worse and having weeds growing in them. It's just a temporary fix, so I'm happy with what I got out of it.
That's about exactly where I'm at. Not super pleased, but it kind of did the trick. If it was a more highly visible area for me, I'd be more disappointed.
After watching your video i become brave 😆 went to store got a bottle and fixed the crack on my garage floor, thanks 👊
Awesome, it always feels good to get a job done yourself!
Great to see the 1 year follow up! Thank you! I see there's a 3 year update too, will watch that next.
Great thanks for checking it out!
Thanks for the 1 year follow up...now I have really good idea of what to look for. Kudos man.
No problem. Glad to help.
You are true to your word. I watched your video from a year earlier.
Thank you! I try to be!
New subsciber! I watched the original video and then this one. Well done! Great honest review! I need a ‘Fix It Flip’ at my house. The next best thing is following one and learn to do it myself!
Thank you! There is nothing better than accomplishing a task yourself that you never thought you could do before! Thanks for the subscribe!
Great Review and the fact that you showed it after one year....Wow way to go...Wished everyone did that...Thanks
Thank you and no problem!
I did realize after commenting that I had made a mistake. The product I bought was different though in a similar bottle. Was looking for reviews for Gripset Betta concrete crack filler. Your video came up and I didn't notice it was a different product. It still helped me decide that what I'd bought was not the best way to deal with the job. Thanks.
No problem.
Honesty. Glad you showed the cracks.......ALL of my application (less than 1/2 inch) cracked right down the center of the entire project. After the second year, EVERY inch was cracked down the center.
Yep. Disappointing.
I have had excellent success with a thin runny mix of cement-all its pricey but can be mixed in small batches sets in 30 mins and is super strong. Having said all that I very much appreciate the way you did the one year followup that's PRO-AF.
Than you sir and thanks for the input. Always welcome.
That's what I was thinking of doing-cement slurry fill.
Almost rare to find a year later return on a reviewed product. This sort of consistency greatly increases the review.. Thanks for that…
No problem. I try to keep my word.
I definitely agree with the clogs. I only used 1 bottle before committing to the whole project, thanks for the 1 year review.
No problem. Those clogs are annoying.
Thanks for follow-up review after 1 year. That Quikrete product results overall is not good. I've tried over the years PC Concrete:
two part epoxy in a caulking tube with nozzle that mixes as u press the caulking gun;
gotten good results; hardens to touch in15-20 minutes; semi thick; product last for years. Looking forward to ur next vid. Thanks again.
Interesting, thanks for the tip.
I used it to fill along base of my homes exterior, worked perfectly, after 4 years still sealed, gotta clean debris before application
I used a wire brush, scraper, shop vac and a blower. Definitely got all the debris out. I think my concrete is just still moving.
I have tried this product with several bottles and only one did not clog. Had similar results with cracking, too. I suspect freezing had an impact... but on the bright side, no weeds grew in the cracks. Since then I found other youtube videos on concrete crack repair I plan to try next time. Thanks for the review.
Good luck with it. I had clogging as well. I have been hearing good things about the Sika products. May try that next time.
@@fixitFlip Thanks. Will check it out, too.
Thank You for doing the update on the product. It is very helpful.
No problem. Glad it helped.
I used GE silicone seal and then smoothed the top with a trowl. After several month, so far I am very happy with it. I previously bought some tubes of concrete crack caulking and was not happy with it at all.
Thanks for the tips. I use that in a couple of my bathroom videos on here.
If you over fill and sprinkle sand (the color of the old concrete ) the crack is far less noticeable .
Yeah been mentioned here a few times. Makes sense.
What? Cement mix and water instead no good? 😬
Awesome idea about using a sprinkle of sand! I have a crack all the way across my back patio to fix and I will certainly keep this in mind. Thanks!
Thanks for the tip!
I have the same issue with my small cracks as you do. Same product. I used a caulking gun style on my patio and had much better luck. I have a video on it. The fact that you are addressing the cracks will pay dividends in the future. Great video.
ua-cam.com/video/JvqW1IphN_k/v-deo.html
Thank you!
Only a roofing polyester fleece can prevent caulks from cracking.
For hiding caulked areas use broom and dust from existing concrete while caulk is still drying.
Thanks for the input.
Great idea.
or a least some sand on top while the product is sticky - sometimes I dust it with dry construction grout to make it blend in
I used this Quikcrete and two years later ALL of the quarter inch or less cracks have cracks. Wife hates that when it rains the concrete darkens but the Quikcrete doesn't, leaving a spider web of light gray lines. This summer I'll top-coat with left over product and coat with sand as reviewer suggested.
Yes lots of good ideas in the comments.
I appreciate your honest review, you saved me a lot of trouble.
Glad I could help.
I really like the before and after. The product seems to hold up well enough. I don't mind reapplying this affordable product every year.
It is affordable! And only take a few minutes to reapply, that's for sure.
Your a professional journeyman. Excellent prep instructions, backer rod and one year durability evaluation. Then one year later look at failures and correct with 2nd next year applications.
For semi covered and unseen areas it looked and performed well. For a patio or high visibility area I hope ya find a product you can share with us.
Thanks for the kind words, Kenneth. You about summed up everything spot on. A lot of people here in the comments have recommended the Sika brand and say it has more durability, so that is probably what I will try next time!
What was the prep?
@@fliptophiphop1894 Here's my video of the prep process: ua-cam.com/video/0HkFjPm5SIY/v-deo.html&lc=UgzrjkB5FCxG4OsU6T94AaABAg
@@fixitFlip sika, tremco, boss, etc. Any decent polyurethane caulk that is designed for concrete (do not use self leveling) will turn out amazing especially if you tape off your edges to make the width uniform then just caulk it, tool it, and remove tape.
@@chozen_juan Thanks for the input!
I used it in my garage and it worked great. First I had to cut down the tree beside the garage because the roots were causing the concrete to shift and crack. If the concrete stays still then the product will work just as it says. If the concrete can move nothing will work for filler.
Yeah I'm sure my concrete is still moving on me. I'm sure it helped your situation having it out of the weather as well.
5 minutes repeat process every year or so, works for me. Thanks for follow-up photos.
No problem.
You mentioned that you might try something new but you never mentioned what type of products you would consider. Cracks are hard to prevent and fix when they do happen. Thanks for this review.
No problem. Next time I will try Sika concrete sealant.
Thanks for a complete review of this product and thanks for supporting my channel. Much appreciated!
No problem 508!
I’ve been using this product for a few years now, the weather here goes from below 0 to the 90s. Sooner or later the cement is going to have to be redone, but in the meantime I think this product is great. If you don’t seal it at all the cracks only become lager, I never expected it to be a permanent fix, just hold up long enough so it doesn’t because worse. Thanks for sharing and you were lucky to of gotten few dumb comm comments , just mostly helpful hints from your viewers, quit referring 👍
Yeah i think next step is tear it out and pour a new slab.
Awesome video and the follow up was so helpful! Thank you so much!!
No problem and glad I could help!
Great you followed up well done...man of his word 👏👏👏🇨🇦
Thank you Luis!
Thanks for the video, bro. I used it. And it made a crack everywhere. I used it. In about 5 months But it still looks better than it used to. Might try it again. But this time I'm going to overlap the crack. Have a good one.
No problem. I've had the same issues!
I generally use a similar bottle, but I use thin thinset. It takes a couple or few coats to but it is super strong and flexible.
I keep a slightly dampened tile sponge to pat or feather the edges for a good seal and less visible repair. I have tried m as my other things including concrete caulk repair, and I find the thinset, when properly done leaves the least noticeable repair.
Thanks for the tips!
You have a video of using thinset to fill cracks? My cracks are over 1/2" wide and on a sloping driveway that was painted black long ago. My thought is to fix the cracks as best I can, reapply black color with sand for anti-skid. Advice? TIA
Where the cracks are wide I would add a little sand mix to the thinset, because the thinset is made for smaller applications but is very strong and flexible. By adding the two you will get less shrinkage, a tight bond, durability, and it can be finished neatly.
Be sure the cracks are clean by pressure washing or using a hose with strong pressure, and also be sure to chisel or cut away any loose pieces.
As far as the painting goes depending on what you are using (latex to xylene based) you should wait from at least 3 days to up to 4 weeks depending on what your topcoat is.
Good luck to you, and remember to feather out the cracks with a slightly damp sponge after it has partially set up so that the repairs will be less visible.
I just used it yesterday. I loved the self-levelling capability this product has. Hated when the end kept getting clogged up, as it wasted my time stopping several times to fix this problem.
I agree with both parts of that statement.
It's a shrinking crack filler. Most cement repair products crack on
the old fault lines. We just redo them as needed.
Interesting video and historical approach to product quality.
Thank you.
When it comes to filling cracks in concrete, and gaps between pavers, I've gotten good results with using roof & gutter sealant ... just the cheapest brand available, which I find cost effective. The advantage too of roof & gutter sealant, apart from it coming in a range of colours including clear, is that I can easily work it with my fingers during application, pressing it into the crack but also into the surrounding edges, which helps to ensure a good long term grip.
Why roof & gutter sealant? - simply my speculation that something rated for a great many years waterproof protection while exposed to the elements including heavy rain and the high temperatures reached by (in my case) metal roofing in a hot (Australian) sun, would presumably be pretty durable on the ground too.
Very interesting. Never heard of that one!
Do you think the roof and gutter sealant would work on a deck surface for joints between butted 4x8 plywood that need to be watertight?
The concern with the sealant is not only of durability, but also of flexibility. A metal roof does not expand and contract the way the ground under concrete does during extreme temperature changes throughout the season. Or in seismically active areas. That's why I would choose a product made specifically for conditions that concrete is exposed to, rather than the conditions a roof is exposed to.
Since you have had “ good results “ I’m going to give it a try. Would you tell us the brand that you used or the one you liked best if you used differ ones. Thanks for your comment.
NP1 Polyurethane Sealant i used for state work in the finishers union works pretty well.
Thanks for the tip. A lot of people here in the comments have recommended the polyurethane products. Must be a good choice.
Doing a review after 1 YEAR??? That is some real dedication
Ha ha, I try. I don't think I would have forgotten due to the many reminders I got from commenters on here when it got close to a year!
Thank you, yes, I was wondering how it would hold up, thanks again!
No problem!
Good review! I’m in the business. The problem is that it dries and cracks. Also, people will have a problem with the fact it is self leveling. DO NOT use this on an incline, it will run. DAP has a siliconized concrete crack filler. Pressure wash the crack so the caulk adheres to the sides of the crack. Let dry. Apply caulk just slightly lower than the surface. Use an extremely wet finger to level. If you see drag marks from your finger then wet again. Top off with powdered Portland and let sit 24hours. Then blow off the excess. This is MUCH easier to use for a layman.
Good tips!
I was a laymen crack filler once...long time ago..
Any suggestions for interior concrete floor cracks?
What is powdered Portland?? I'm picturing a city in Oregon dusted with powder sugar at Christmastime. . .
Is the product available to DIYers?
You mention powdered Portland. Is this for matching color
? This material used works great in theory but color matching is terrible .
Thanks for the follow up. I was considering this product, but now it looks like I'll be using a different product for my cracks.
No problem. Next time I think I'm going to try DAP 3.0 Concrete and Masonry Self Leveling Caulk. Been reading good things about that.
Not too long ago I used this product and what I learned is it's best to overfill the cracks the first time. Because of rain then dry or drought like conditions wider gaps will form especially in 1 year's time. You may still need to refill though.
Yep I had to top off after a year.
The video was very well done. Good honest review. Thank you.
No problem. Thank you for the kind words!
I used a polyurethane self leveling crack sealer. After the crack sealer cures, (1 week is the recommended cure time) coat the concrete with a product like Dyco "Tuff Coat". I sealed my small cracks 2 years ago and then coated the driveway with Tuff Coat. Still looks perfect. Full disclosure...I live in Florida, so no snow, ice or freeze cycles ...BUT intense UV rays and lots of summertime rain.
Good tips. A lot of people have been recommending the polyurethane products. That's a first for the Tuff Coat though. Thanks.
What brand of crack sealer did you use? Thank you.
@@martinmaddox5315 Sika Pro self leveling crack filler. It is now three years later and everything is still sealed up. I re-coat all concrete with Dycon Tuff Coat every year.
Thank you for following up!
No problem!
Thank you just checked out the power washing of your sidewalk and garbage can area . thanks for the video I gave you a thumbs up
Awesome, thank you brotha.
I wonder if tossing some type of sand over the top would make it blend better and hid eth cracks. I've tried this product years ago and everything you said is spot on. Great video bro!
Thank you! And yes, a lot of people have recommended that to help it blend in more.
Silka flex makes a self leveling concrete crack filler..holds up well
I will probably try that next time. Thank you.
Sika flex works great, will stand the test of time if you apply it correctly. Top your repair with a little play sand and let it dry. ⚠️ CAUTION, DON'T TRY THIS ON SLOPED SURFACES!!! IT WILL RUN ON YOU FOR A BIG BIG MESS. Don't ask how I know.
I used it to repair cracks in a basement floor, after three years it started to raise out of the cracks, ruining the tile that was installed over it.
Interesting, never heard that one. Sounds like maybe the concrete was being pushed together.
I gotta say - it held up pretty well....better than I expected!
Some spots.
This is maybe best for hairline cracks and not much bigger. I'm testing this on some cracks in my basement floor but also using the Quickrete concrete Repair caulk type to see how each comes out. Thanks for video
Interested to hear how it goes. It should do better in your basement out of the elements.
I agree that the product’s application ease is wonderful, but a flexible masonry caulk is probably more durable.
Yeah, a lot of people here saying the polyurethane products
last the longest.
Glad for the follow up as well! :)
Yes sir!
I've used it, but my cracks were small. I did do a seam in front of my garage. No cracks, and it looks wonderful. The area I did doesn't get to much weather on it either so that might be why it's lasted.
Could be. I think the amount of weather that hits is greatly effects the end result.
I have used that product before for really small jobs. I prefer masonery products that comes in a caulking tube. Using foam backing in the crack also helps with expansion.
Yes I had the backer rod in the cracks. Will probably try one of the masonry caulks next time like you said.
Polyurethane in a caulk tube stays soft and flexible like rubber forever. Doesn't crack.
Thanks for the tip!
BUT what does Poly do in the summer? Recoat your shoes? Has anyone done a test using Poly?
@@kennethdandurand3472 After 3 years it is like a soft rubber. Same in the summer and winter.
@@youcandothis964 Exactly. I was surprised how many tubes I needed for a 10 foot crack.
No clue why this video was recommended to me. 🤔 Regardless, it was great content and loved the follow up video. 👍
Rock On . . . 🍺🍺🍺🍺 ✌️
Ha ha, you never know where the algorithm is going to take you my friend. Thanks for watching and the kind words.
Thanks for the year review. It still looks pretty good.
No problem!
I've used the Sika self leveling sealant with very good results.
A lot of people have recommended that here in the comments. That will be my next product I try.
The concrete is moving, anything while crack. Doesn't mean the product is bad
Yeah it is definitely still moving.
If you want to seal and keep the seal then this is the stuff. Not cheap but it remains bonded to concrete. The trick is to use 409 as a lube as you bond it to the concrete. I’ve put this down over 3 years ago here in Phoenix and still holding up. Tremco Dymonic FC Limestone Polyurethane Sealant
Thanks for the input.
how do you use the 409?
@@carletonhoffman the demonic sealer goes in the crack and the 409 is sprayed on the sealant so you can use your fingers to spread it into the cracks. If you touch the sealer without the 409 it sticks to your fingers and anything else it touches. It gets messy quickly.
Why 409…is a household cleaner ….🫤
@@gordonblank6845 thank you very much and i apologize for overlooking your reply!
Two things: a) what are your range of temperatures and specifically winters as it seems like cold expanding and contraction would be hard to deal with no matter what. b) I've seen others fill the cracks with Closed Cell Backer Rod or a water noodle trimmed for wide cracks first so there is less material used.
A) below freezing in winter to 100 degrees in summer
B) I used lots of backer rod, as shown in the application video
Thanks for this helpful follow up video. Just bought some of this yesterday. Don't think I'll use it, partly because the crack is on a sloping path so the self levelling quality is not helpful here and in an area that gets very wet then very dry. It does say on the bottle I have, under the heading NOTE, that it is not to be used as a sealer over expansion joints.
No problem. I agree with you, not a good choice for a sloped surface.
Generally these types of products require a specific width to depth ratio to reduce cracking and separation, usually about half as deep as wide. This has to do with the relative elasticity of the product verses the adhesion strength to the substrate. Also crack should be cleaned first. I have had great results cutting the handle off of a copper pipe fitting wire brush and chucking it into a drill for cleaning the crack, then rinse and let dry. I also use dry sand in the crack to control the depth of the material. Deeper is not better. I have only used this particular product once and didn't care for the squeeze bottle applicator. I have since moved to caulking gun application for much better control and relief from cramping fingers.
Good tips. I cleaned all the cracks with a wire brush, scraper, blower, and shop vac! And put down backer rod.
I used the same stuff on my side walk months ago. Can’t wait to check on it after a year. Had another project down the road that required a product called polymeric sand. I think* that would also work in this situation as well.
Oh yeah for using between pavers. Hope yours turns out well.
@@fixitFlip it’s been a few months since my paver and walkway project and so far so good with it. I really wish I knew about the polymeric sand when I was working on that sidewalk crack repair
@@DBZSeanzie Yeah a lot of people have been recommending the polyurethane sealants to me as well.
I missed the part where you said it was where you keep your garbage cans. You just want something to keep the water out, looks don't matter there. Good job, thanks for the update.
No problem. Thanks for watching!
thanks, your efforts have informed and assisted me. Well Done ! ! !
No problem and glad to hear it.
I think that this is a temporary fix at best or until you realize that the concrete needs to be repoured. I have a driveway that is affected by various underground roots from nearby tall trees that have under grown beneath the driveway. The cost to repave my entire driveway is going to run $ 2500 - 3000 and I am sure that the materials to under take this project are significantly less. This might work in small areas with nominal cracks in areas that are not all that obvious
Yeah, this is just a little slab that my garbage cans sit on out of sight, so I'm not overly stressed about it. But re-pouring it is probably the next logical step.
Seems like suitable product depending why filling the crack is an issue and what you expect from it.
It obviously doesn’t solve setting problems.
Might prove useful preventing weeds from growing, making sweeping easier, and preventing trip hazards.
I used leftover epoxy, fiberglass resins, and pretty much whatever else in shop environments to fill holes and voids left from removed equipment. Made cleaning up easier.
As for aesthetics, this type of product seems to draw my eye to the issue instead of detract from it.
Perfect analysis. Pretty much agree with everything you said.
Thanks for the demo. I may try this product on a few cracks on my basement and garage floor. Maybe they won't crack since they aren't subjected to weather.
I think you are right on with that. Out of the elements I think it would hold up a lot better.
I used it to patch up my concrete driveway. One tip I can give to blend nicely is to take a few loose rocks and pieces of concrete and stick them in a heavy duty plastic bag. Smash them up with a hammer into a powder with little pebbles. Use that to sprinkle onto the quikrete before it dries. Sweep it away after it dries the next day.
Great tip there. I like that!!
maybe when applying use fine sand and work it in with the filler pack it down and remove excess... or just use concrete mix thats a "little" more wet than usual... if you have hot summers and freezing winters theres not much one can do as nature will always win..
I like that. Good tip!
You can always rework the cracks and expansion joints. Clean out the old Sika Self leveling caulk and reseal them. Cracks are harder because you need to grind them out so they will accept the sealant instead of sit on the concrete.
Thanks Flip!
No problem!
I use a heat melt in rubberized product to fill the cracks on my driveway and after one year the interesting thing is the BIG CRACKS are OK but some the SMALLER CRACKS are pulling apart again. I have this theory that the big cracks had settled in and were just losing materials while the smaller cracks still have shifting substrate. It also does not help that the smaller amount of filler material in smaller cracks makes them less pliable.
Yes I would say you are probably on to something with both theories! Although chasing the small cracks should help with that.
If your concrete is still moving, no matter how slowly, nothing you fill the cracks with will stop it from moving and the crack sealer will crack as well. An elastic sealer will stretch some and continue to keep the crack sealed longer but even it will eventually pull apart.
Yeah, that's seems to be the common theme of what people are saying here in the comments. Must still be moving.
The cracks formed for a reason, there is movement and settling. This continues where the cracks are no matter what you put in it.
That seems to be the common theme people are saying.
@@maxsoregon Seems to make sense.
I think epoxy is what the overlay guys use.
It isn't the product, it's the expansion and contraction of the concrete. It happens to homes that are built on a concrete slab.
Yes, moving with the weather/seasons. But the advertised flexibility of the product should have allowed for some movement.
Glad to see the year later
I have not been pleased with how this stuff holds up. Good presentation.
Thank you, Kevin.
It is possible that the slab is still moving which would explain why the filler is cracking.
It is definitely possible and I think that is probably what is happening.
Agree. If it's throwing cracks it is expanding there. Now it's a natural point of expansion so it will continue to move.
Also. And take no offense because it's not workmanship, but it just doesn't look good.
@@bobblaszczak7972 correct
I used this stuff, about 6 bottles and it cracked all over. looks nice at 1st but after a while it cracked bad. A lot of money for not so good of outcome.
Agreed, quite a bummer.
Man that follow up!!! Good job!
Thank you!
I just used the product 2 days ago. It goes down easy. But after it dried? It formed small cracks all along it and the original cracks were well under 1/2". I think it's a thermal issue. As the air gets warmer the cracks go away and the air cools the cracks reappear. The air temp was 80° when I applied the sealer. So I think it's due to how rigid the sealer is when it dries. It doesn't shrink or expand well to accommodate the air or ground temperature. I'd probably look to use more of an outdoor caulk next time to eliminate this problem. But it's down now, so we will see how it hold up over the winter.
Yep, it is supposed to be flexible. But wow, that is really fast to have cracked already.
damn a year went by in 5 seconds :)
Life comes at you fast!
after you past 30 it seems like sometimes!
@@beame2185 No lie here!!
In my experience: if you are working in an area that freezes and thaws, you need to use polyurethane products.
Thanks for the input. I have heard that from a few people now and that's probably what I will use next time!
It did pretty good, I expected to see small cracks. I might try some in some of the smaller cracks I have to prevent weeds. Which prevents me from extra work.
Work smart not hard!
I used this on the expansion joints of a driveway in 2017. Make certain you use backer bead and pour deep enough - like 1/2" - otherwise it will dry out and crack up/apart, fall out. I'm doing it again with Sika, hopefully for the last time.
There is no last time unless you are 80 or so.
@@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky Ha ha.
I'm going to try something different next time as well!
@@fixitFlip Ruth Based Ginsberg just put this in her driveway. Damn. She'll never know if it lasted.
@@GeorgeMinton-jb8ky Or, if I sell the place
Could be some of the slabs are moving. No way to stop cracking then. Thanks, informative!!!
No problem!
Mine did the same. It was in the driveway under Truck load. What prep did you do to reface the patch?
@@chieflouie2821 I just blew it off with my blower to clear any loose debris out, then filled in the cracks. So far looks a little better.