Hi Mike. I am 60 years old and live in North Alabama. I just started working on my front concrete driveway. You make it so easy to refurbish the concrete without all the expense. It is so easy to do without all the hassle for me. Thank you so much for the videos! Very educational.
Straightforward honesty from a true professional. . . hard to find nowadays. I have about 100 bags of cement / mortar under my belt, and I'm still in third grade compared to you. I respect people willing to take time to pass their knowledge on. Thank you, D Oktim
Appreciate all your knowledge and I really enjoy the videos. My business has shifted from 75% carpentry and 25% misc to 50% carpentry and 50% masonry/tile work; I credit your solid foundation in the basics and I common sense in making that possible. Keep on rockin!
Thanks, Mike, I enjoy and learn so much from your videos. I was in Middleburg , PA this week, then upstate NY. Glad to be back in Cincinnati , a little warmer. Temperture swings are a real thing this time of year blessings.
love your vids mike. my dad used to be a mason. i used to help him on my spare time. it helped get me through college. brings back the old days. miss dad. thanks again.
Schuylkill County girl here so love your accent, Mike. I now live in South Carolina and just did my sidewalk the other day. So far it looks great! Now I'm moving on to the driveway.
AWESOME, UA-camr! I’ve tried several times to do this by myself (woman) as my husband doesn’t like to work outside the house. I’ve tried paint, concrete (the wrong way). I give the Almighty God to find this video WAY before SUMMER, it’s will make my white house to look beautiful. My God continues giving you health and strength to continue helping others!
Thanks Idal, it's a covering before replacement mostly, it just fills in and gives it one color, no a long lasting solution, do a small sample first , I hope it helps God bless, mike
Hey Mike ... I do remember painting my ship in a day, several times... Not enough brushes we put a sock on our hand.... It was either get it done or get it done... Those were your options. I think some people asking questions don't realize there are others who just want there driveway to look nice even if it means a little work every year or two.... Thanks for the great tip and advice... God Bless
Hi Mike ..here in Kingston Ontario we get the same weather as you do. Any we don't see to many concrete driveway's here cause of the ice and salt. I came across your videos by chance and I'm glad I did. I just finished white washing my curbs and side walk just like you said. I can't believe how nice they came out...and yes your right you have to do it every year, which I don't mind , at the cost and ease of your method its a joy to do....Thanks Mike for sharing... Canada.
Thanks lastchapter, I agree, I am not a big fan of concrete driveways in our area, and you’re right, if you do it every year, it looks like new, and Most people don’t know, I appreciate it, Mike
Gotta love your videos 1.you keep it light 2. informative 3. Nothing overcomplicated 4. Honor veterans (thanks John) 5. Friendly contractor As far as the bad concrete thing, hot load possible. My sisters help me sometimes. Just wanted to comment on a few things. Thanks for uploading/editing this video, len.
Yup, I have done this type of repair in Ontario many times, it truly is not permanent, but at the same time allows you to spruce up your porch top on the cheap, and very quickly. Same can be said for using a masonry coating in the same fashion for making your parging look like new. Price wise this makes sence more and more considering the costs of replacement. Good job Mike!
'...it truly is not permanent,..' what is permanent anyway? nothing built is permanent. at least not in this part of Penna. close to Mike's city. funny how people will use blacktop re-surfacer and asphalt sealer without calling it permanent but hesitate to resurface with cement because it's not permanent. i'd like to experiment on my own driveway. bond half with the commercial cement "glue" and half with Mike's suggested Portland paint. see which lasts the best and maybe why.
This brings back memories. I remember as a child my grandfather doing this every year to the concrete steps leading to our family plot at the cemetery. I remember him mixing a whitewash after the concrete wash and painting it white.
Thank you Mike, after 2 weeks of researching various products to resfurce concrete I was so confused. Now, understanding, no matter what resurfacer I use- it's all just temporary. This video is the perfect solution. MHSOHK is the best. Stay well,Thanks again
Hey, thanks for the reply. I"m going to HD now. Still not sure if I want to go the Portland cement and glue route or try an actual resurface product. I'm in the Roc/Buffalo area of NY so I completely understand what you mean about this being an annual maintenance activity.
"Talegate time with old school Mike Haduck!" Always my favorite part. This one was the best in my opinion. I loved you picking on sis. I miss the humor on some videos. Everyone needs a good laugh. Keep them coming!!!!!!!
Thanks again Mike I always try to make notes and save your videos I am in no way an expert I am a mechanic by trade my wife and I are buying a three level Townhouse I always have something to repair especially outside my concrete walkway leading up to the door is in need of repair I am learning everthing from your videos and thank John for is Service and you also for serving our country keep the videos coming your friend for life Mickey Griggs
Great demonstration and explanation. The inventor of the adhesive was Rohm & Haas before they were bought by Dow. It was called Rhoplex E-330 but there are many makers of it now. And you did it right... add it to the water first.
Thanks Mike my foundation blocks were crumbling , but after watching your videos was able to repair them and i get alot of compliments , i to paint cars and do body work. thanks again
Hi Mike, I always get around to watching one or more of your videos. I have an old house down here in Southern New Jersey where our weather is not that much different then yours. My 60 year old concrete driveway has held up okay but needs a face lift. I was considering a chip and tar covering but I'm certain the price will be prohibitive. So, I began to think about just patching and whitewashing and this led me back to your wonderful videos. God bless you. I wish you many years of good health and travel.
Great work mike definitely old school proper tradesman old way you can't go wrong Mike 👍 from London old stone mason that best way to do repairs on stone work or concrete we use
Just came across this video as I am planning to resurface my concrete driveway and searching for information here. I love your concrete painting technique which I have never heard it. Guess I am not young anymore (60s) and so I like old school.. LOL! I really can't tell any difference between brush painting with Portland and using a sponge float with the Concrete Resurfacer. I am going to concrete paint my driveway now! I am in Florida and hope I don't need to do it every year.. . Thank you for sharing this old school technique:)!
OMG, you just save me from my HOA. These people are up my case about a stupid driveway in middle of a pandemic. Thank you so much. I’ll definitely do that😘
Social Media had made people become so literal. Like come on people, Mike never said this is a fix all. It is putting lipstick on it and making it look nice and some prevention maintenance. But some of these people think this should hold the golden gate bridge. As for me I appreciate these tips and tricks to dress something up, and a form of maintenance. I patch concrete driveways a lot. Me and the customer both understand it is not the same as if I rip the whole damn thing up. But it is affordable and slows down the chipping away. Again thank Mr. Mike for the great videos and product knowledge.
Hi Mike: I just finished fixing the cracks in my cement driveway. I wet it down, painted it with portland then filled in the cracks with a 2 to 1 mix of sand to portland. I want to thank you for all your vids. I am a few years younger than you and was real tired after doing this. You must have great stamina to be doing all the work you do at your age. Good luck and thanks much!
Hey Mike , Outstanding video sir, going to try it on my driveway. When I finish patching and painting the foundation. Love all the videos sooo helpful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Bob
Thanks Mike, I am going to try this on my old patio (poured in 1958) and was about 3 inches thick, color treated, but is now worn and in some places lifted by pine roots, so I thought I'd use the diamond cup to help smooth out the rough places. I am on fixed income, and cannot afford a new patio, so I will try and dress this up.
I watched the "how to" for stone over concrete for patio, and it seems ideal, but flagstone here is very costly and there are not that many outlets here in Central California. I also need to replace an aging asphalt driveway, but looking at pavers here locally, after a few years, they all badly fade. I would prefer real cobble. What is your view for granite cobble?
Mike, as always, thank you for sharing my friend. There is no doubt Wilkes Barre/ Scranton area gets harsh winters. Thats great that it held up for two years. A lot of torrential rain this year probably washed a lot of it away. Talk to ya later.
Thanks for doing these and the tips. No surface lasts forever. Asphalt you have to patch and seal every year. Concrete needs TLC, too. A patch and skim with Portland is a lot cheaper than replacing unless the Concrete has completely failed.
Hi Mike, I live in Sub Tropical Brisbane, Australia. It ranges between 102° - 45° F. through the year. If I read you right its the freezing and ice that breaks the surface down over time. So if we don't get ice is a coating like this going to last a lot longer. I was thinking i would spray a clear sealer on it as well to prevent mould and algae which is the main problem we have in warm humid conditions
Hi Bruce, yep, up in these parts it is the ice and snow, I would do a little sample before you do anything and see how it works out for you, thanks mike
My buddies and I have a drinking game, you have to consume every time you say Pennsylvania. I just can’t play anymore I get too drunk. LOL. Thanks for the videos. It’s a big help!
ok maybe epoxy or elastomeric with a little sand or just patch the chipped&cracked concrete on the garage floor with cement-all or vinyl patch? Thanks alot for your help Mike & great videos i learn alot of new & diff ways on doing things since im not a pro at it. I just mainly tuck point & do minor some brick replacement so watch ur videos all the time! tanks again!
Thought I've seen all the vids and this pops up. Thanks again Mike. Also like the music channel. Really enjoy how much of a straight shooter you are and your dry humor with you and your friends is hilarious!
you have a way with presentation Mike; they are very effective and enjoyable. i've reviewed this one a few times as there are a lot of concrete drives in this area and most of the owners use ice and snow melter's. so...there is accelerated wear. done a few and do add washed/coarse sand to the Portland cement. not a lot but enough to add traction in the Winter. we get slippery conditions and more grit seems to help pedestrian and auto movement. just a float or broom finish doesn't work as well when the surfaces wear down . but then, as you point out, it's time to recoat.
Wow, thanks for all the info. You remind me of my dad. I bought a 2 year old house. Has a new concrete drive that looks that looks like the previous owner used some rock salt on it. "Spalling" has left some areas with lots of little craters/pock marks. I'm gonna try the concrete resurfacer stuff to fill in the marks and make it all smooth again. Central Indiana so we get lots of snow too. It's not a big drive - about the same size as your example. Concrete company quoted $3800 to come put a top coat on it. Hmm, that sounds crazy high! I'll try that old school way first. Spend that $$ on other stuff!
Thanks for the advice! It's more of a cosmetic thing - just want the drive to look "better". I'm ok with doing the labor/sweat equity. The unsalted areas look fine.
Hi vicki, inside a carport I am more of a fan of real patio paint, after you fix the cracks and pits, I would ask the paint store, I hope it helps, thanks mike
Great info thank you I'm wondering if the same resurfacing longevity applies for parging? Have to redo the purging around my foundation after 20 years but I'm wondering if I'll have to resurface it every year.
Reminds me of why I gave up on installing tile. I've never taken the time to find it but there has got to be real documentation out there for these processes. There is no way construction companies are calling up grandpa to get the family recipe for their projects.
@@MikeHaduck that's even more troubling and more reason to avoid concrete unless truly no alternatives. And when we install concrete we should treat it like a delicate flower and not subject it to moisture, freeze thaw, etc. And you say it yourself over and over, asphalt is better, that's not just in PA, asphalt is actually repairable!
Very cool Mike. I had no idea that this was even a thing! I'm tempted to try it on our busted up driveway. My only concern is a sunken block with a significant crack. I think I'll start with grinding the crack down to help with snow removal. Thanks for the video!
this helps a lot in answering my question about stamped concrete too thank you for all you do one last question could one do a 1/4 inch pour over a concrete porch and patio to help level out the hills and valleys of an old pour and to gain proper slope i just don't have the cash to do a new pour
Hi Mike. I am 60 years old and live in North Alabama. I just started working on my front concrete driveway. You make it so easy to refurbish the concrete without all the expense. It is so easy to do without all the hassle for me. Thank you so much for the videos! Very educational.
Thanks renne, Mike
7 years later, this channel is still touching many. I love how you make it easy such that this female home owner can DIY! New Sub!❤❤
Thanks ana,, Mike
@@MikeHaduck ❤❤
Straightforward honesty from a true professional. . . hard to find nowadays. I have about 100 bags of cement / mortar under my belt, and I'm still in third grade compared to you. I respect people willing to take time to pass their knowledge on. Thank you, D Oktim
Thank you, D Oktim, I just am passing it on, second grade was my hardest years. lol, thanks mike
go and look at my resurfacing videos
Watching this chanel is like being inside a class room. I learn plenty
Thanks, Mike
Mike, I've binge watched all of your 208 videos! You're Bob Ross of masonry, watching you doing things is like watching flowing water or burning fire.
hi xxx, just been doing it a while, but I appreciate it. thanks mike
go watch my videos my friend you will see great work
me too but not all 208 yet
There is nothing nicer than watching a dyed in the wool pro at work- superb instruction- thanks John Hanley
Thanks John I appreciate it, mike
Appreciate all your knowledge and I really enjoy the videos. My business has shifted from 75% carpentry and 25% misc to 50% carpentry and 50% masonry/tile work; I credit your solid foundation in the basics and I common sense in making that possible. Keep on rockin!
thanks Chad, I appreciate it. mike
Txs Mike you’re one of my favorites youtuber and I won’t be able to thank you enough for your priceless mentoring. We all appreciate you.
Thanks Dario, I appreciate the kind words, mike
@John Thank you for your service and for the sacrifices you made in order to keep our country safe. Nothing but love and respect for you.
He passed away last year , we will miss him
@@MikeHaduck I'm so sorry for your loss Mike.
Best advice ever,Mike does simple ,talks simple directions which are easy to follow ,thank you so much !
Thanks Adela, Mike
Thanks, Mike, I enjoy and learn so much from your videos. I was in Middleburg , PA this week, then upstate NY. Glad to be back in Cincinnati , a little warmer. Temperture swings are a real thing this time of year blessings.
Thanks Yamaha, Mike
love your vids mike. my dad used to be a mason. i used to help him on my spare time. it helped get me through college. brings back the old days. miss dad. thanks again.
Thanks Luis, I hear those stories a lot, at one time everybody did masonry, thanks mike
Schuylkill County girl here so love your accent, Mike. I now live in South Carolina and just did my sidewalk the other day. So far it looks great! Now I'm moving on to the driveway.
Thanks Maria, its warmer down there so should last longer, thanks Mike
Thank you John for your service in Vietnam!
Thanks,
Mike, I not only enjoyed your video, but as always I learned something new. Thanks Mike for passing it on.
Thanks Joseph, mike
AWESOME, UA-camr! I’ve tried several times to do this by myself (woman) as my husband doesn’t like to work outside the house. I’ve tried paint, concrete (the wrong way). I give the Almighty God to find this video WAY before SUMMER, it’s will make my white house to look beautiful. My God continues giving you health and strength to continue helping others!
Thanks Idal, it's a covering before replacement mostly, it just fills in and gives it one color, no a long lasting solution, do a small sample first , I hope it helps God bless, mike
Hey Mike ... I do remember painting my ship in a day, several times... Not enough brushes we put a sock on our hand.... It was either get it done or get it done... Those were your options. I think some people asking questions don't realize there are others who just want there driveway to look nice even if it means a little work every year or two.... Thanks for the great tip and advice... God Bless
Thanks Ernest, God bless also, Mike
I'm new school but I respect the old school method and always use old school techniques on my jobs thanks for the video keep em comin
Thanks Noel, I appreciate it. mike
Thanks Mike always learn something from your videos. Keep them up keep them coming.
Thanks Randy, Mike
Hi Mike ..here in Kingston Ontario we get the same weather as you do. Any we don't see to many concrete driveway's here cause of the ice and salt. I came across your videos by chance and I'm glad I did. I just finished white washing my curbs and side walk just like you said.
I can't believe how nice they came out...and yes your right you have to do it every year, which I don't mind , at the cost and ease of your method its a joy to do....Thanks Mike for sharing...
Canada.
Thanks lastchapter, I agree, I am not a big fan of concrete driveways in our area, and you’re right, if you do it every year, it looks like new, and Most people don’t know, I appreciate it, Mike
Why i like Mike because he is old school and that's a rarity he's very well knowledgeable in his field of concrete finishing.
Thanks crazyhands,, I appreciate the kind words, Mike
Gotta love your videos
1.you keep it light
2. informative
3. Nothing overcomplicated
4. Honor veterans (thanks John)
5. Friendly contractor
As far as the bad concrete thing, hot load possible.
My sisters help me sometimes.
Just wanted to comment on a few
things. Thanks for uploading/editing this video, len.
Thanks Len, I appreciate it, mike
Yup, I have done this type of repair in Ontario many times, it truly is not permanent, but at the same time allows you to spruce up your porch top on the cheap, and very quickly. Same can be said for using a masonry coating in the same fashion for making your parging look like new. Price wise this makes sence more and more considering the costs of replacement. Good job Mike!
Thanks Shaun, I am glad to hear that, thanks mike
'...it truly is not permanent,..'
what is permanent anyway?
nothing built is permanent. at least not in this part of Penna. close to Mike's city.
funny how people will use blacktop re-surfacer and asphalt sealer without calling it permanent but hesitate to resurface with cement because it's not permanent.
i'd like to experiment on my own driveway.
bond half with the commercial cement "glue" and half with Mike's suggested Portland paint. see which lasts the best and maybe why.
Great video Mike, really appreciate and enjoy them. Keep them coming! Not looking forward to the cold weather.
go watch my videos you will see great work.
This brings back memories. I remember as a child my grandfather doing this every year to the concrete steps leading to our family plot at the cemetery. I remember him mixing a whitewash after the concrete wash and painting it white.
Thanks Kirby, I hear a lot of that, it seems everybody was a mason after the depression, Lots of memories for sure, thanks Mike
Thank you Mike, after 2 weeks of researching various products to resfurce concrete I was so confused. Now, understanding, no matter what resurfacer I use- it's all just temporary. This video is the perfect solution. MHSOHK is the best. Stay well,Thanks again
Thanks Frank, mike
These are great videos. I'm learning a lot. Watching this has given me the courage to resurface my patio.
Hi Jeff, just remember it is a covering before replacement, Mike
Hey, thanks for the reply. I"m going to HD now. Still not sure if I want to go the Portland cement and glue route or try an actual resurface product. I'm in the Roc/Buffalo area of NY so I completely understand what you mean about this being an annual maintenance activity.
"Talegate time with old school Mike Haduck!" Always my favorite part. This one was the best in my opinion. I loved you picking on sis. I miss the humor on some videos. Everyone needs a good laugh. Keep them coming!!!!!!!
thanks James, I will, I got to think of some new jokes, thanks mike
Mike Haduck one of my favorites was the toothbrush one. I never told your girlfriend about it. Did she catch you? Ha ha
thanks James, I will. mike
Thanks Mike for showing us your expertise and simple techniques.
Thank jou Joao, I appreciate, mike
I wish I saw your video sooner!! I like the old school method! Thanks again.
Thanks, Mike
100% Danny, The product knowledge I learned from this channel is awesome.
Thanks marcle,,, Mike
That accent he has is typical N.E PA. I was born and raised near Wilkes-Barre and that accent really stands out now that I’ve been away for decades.
Hi, yep we got our own language, hayna, lol, Mike
@@MikeHaduck yoos guys LOL
Thanks again Mike I always try to make notes and save your videos I am in no way an expert I am a mechanic by trade my wife and I are buying a three level Townhouse I always have something to repair especially outside my concrete walkway leading up to the door is in need of repair I am learning everthing from your videos and thank John for is Service and you also for serving our country keep the videos coming your friend for life Mickey Griggs
Thanks Mickey, I will and appreciate it. mike
Great demonstration and explanation. The inventor of the adhesive was Rohm & Haas before they were bought by Dow. It was called Rhoplex E-330 but there are many makers of it now. And you did it right... add it to the water first.
Hi tfb, I did not know about the inventors, thanks mike
Thanks Mike my foundation blocks were crumbling , but after watching your videos was able to repair them and i get alot of compliments , i to paint cars and do body work. thanks again
thanks Mike, it is almost the same as body work, just different materials, I appreciate it. mike
Hi Mike, I always get around to watching one or more of your videos. I have an old house down here in Southern New Jersey where our weather is not that much different then yours. My 60 year old concrete driveway has held up okay but needs a face lift. I was considering a chip and tar covering but I'm certain the price will be prohibitive. So, I began to think about just patching and whitewashing and this led me back to your wonderful videos. God bless you. I wish you many years of good health and travel.
Thanks, I would do a small sample first, because it is just a cheap covering, God bless also, Mike
Great work mike definitely old school proper tradesman old way you can't go wrong Mike 👍 from London old stone mason that best way to do repairs on stone work or concrete we use
Thanks Tom, I appreciate it, Mike
Just came across this video as I am planning to resurface my concrete driveway and searching for information here. I love your concrete painting technique which I have never heard it. Guess I am not young anymore (60s) and so I like old school.. LOL! I really can't tell any difference between brush painting with Portland and using a sponge float with the Concrete Resurfacer. I am going to concrete paint my driveway now! I am in Florida and hope I don't need to do it every year.. . Thank you for sharing this old school technique:)!
Thanks Kim, it's just covering, mike
Thank you for your service John
Thanks Andrew, Mike
We're back in depression and I'm darn cheap. Thanks.
Thanks Rob, mike
Thanks for the video. I like the old school approach......make it look pretty then get on with life.
Thanks, mike
I like this idea. it keeps the weather from hurting the ACTUAL surface of the concrete!!
Cheers Mike always some good old school problem solving
Thanks, I appreciate it, mike
OMG, you just save me from my HOA. These people are up my case about a stupid driveway in middle of a pandemic. Thank you so much. I’ll definitely do that😘
Thanks, I hope it helps, Mike
I went to the store and got a masonry brush, would that work or would a paint brush do a better job? Thanks in advance for your time.
You could try but I prefer a paint brush, thanks mike
Social Media had made people become so literal. Like come on people, Mike never said this is a fix all. It is putting lipstick on it and making it look nice and some prevention maintenance. But some of these people think this should hold the golden gate bridge.
As for me I appreciate these tips and tricks to dress something up, and a form of maintenance. I patch concrete driveways a lot. Me and the customer both understand it is not the same as if I rip the whole damn thing up. But it is affordable and slows down the chipping away. Again thank Mr. Mike for the great videos and product knowledge.
Thanks, Mike
I'm getting a lot out of these videos Mike they are terrific. I wasn't too sure what the spong float was for but I got it now.
thanks area, I got to some more about tools as I go, thanks mike
Hi Mike: I just finished fixing the cracks in my cement driveway. I wet it down, painted it with portland then filled in the cracks with a 2 to 1 mix of sand to portland. I want to thank you for all your vids. I am a few years younger than you and was real tired after doing this. You must have great stamina to be doing all the work you do at your age. Good luck and thanks much!
Thanks Steve, I appreciate it, mike
Nice maintenance process and looks good.
Thank you.
Thanks, Mike
Thanks Mike your a good guy God bless I wish I had a five dollar bill for every time Ive heard "its gotta be wet"
Thanks Chester, I appreciate it. mike
Thanks again, my driveway looks much better after repairing it "Old School".
Hi David, that is good, I finally got another video on it, I appreciate it. mike
Lots of flies there, you guys must be painting in Amityville. Great video, thanks.
Thanks, mike
keep em comn mike..i watch them like a weekly sitcom,,i hav yur work all over my hous,,saved me tunz of muny ,,my wimmin folks enjoy also
After watching Mike's videos, I am already in love with Pennsylvania, I have to make a visit that too during winter time : )
Thanks Iril. Mike
Thank you,Sir for your video, and on the top of that thank you for your service in South Viet Nam 👍
Thanks
Hey Mike ,
Outstanding video sir, going to try it on my driveway. When I finish patching and painting the foundation. Love all the videos sooo helpful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Bob
Thanks bob, mike
Thanks Mike, I am going to try this on my old patio (poured in 1958) and was about 3 inches thick, color treated, but is now worn and in some places lifted by pine roots, so I thought I'd use the diamond cup to help smooth out the rough places. I am on fixed income, and cannot afford a new patio, so I will try and dress this up.
Hi Denny, it is just a patch and fix up before replacement , I hope it helps thanks mike
I watched the "how to" for stone over concrete for patio, and it seems ideal, but flagstone here is very costly and there are not that many outlets here in Central California. I also need to replace an aging asphalt driveway, but looking at pavers here locally, after a few years, they all badly fade. I would prefer real cobble. What is your view for granite cobble?
Hi Denny, it is widely uses all throughout Europe for centuries, My opinion, thanks mike
You have just saved me a fortune. Thanks pal
Hi Michael, it’s a covering but works for a while, thanks mike
I've burned thru 4 of those Porter Cable grinders...pretty good for the price that's why I keep buying them. Great video. Thanks
thanks Jason, I appreciate it. mike
Really appreciate all you do to help us. Surely can save a buck and it looks nice. Thanks
Thanks, mike
Mike, as always, thank you for sharing my friend. There is no doubt Wilkes Barre/ Scranton area gets harsh winters. Thats great that it held up for two years. A lot of torrential rain this year probably washed a lot of it away. Talk to ya later.
Thanks Joe, yep our weather kills a lot. thanks mike
Thanks for all the great tips 👍👍
Thank you Psycho, I appreciate it. mike
Thanks for doing these and the tips. No surface lasts forever. Asphalt you have to patch and seal every year. Concrete needs TLC, too. A patch and skim with Portland is a lot cheaper than replacing unless the Concrete has completely failed.
Thanks Jeff, it’s just a cheap fix before replacement, but better than nothing, thanks Mike
Excellent information!
Thanks, Mike
Good video. That was a close one. Sounded like the help tried to unionize!
Hi Scot, it was my sister, I fired her fast. lol,. mike
Hi Mike, I live in Sub Tropical Brisbane, Australia. It ranges between 102° - 45° F. through the year. If I read you right its the freezing and ice that breaks the surface down over time. So if we don't get ice is a coating like this going to last a lot longer. I was thinking i would spray a clear sealer on it as well to prevent mould and algae which is the main problem we have in warm humid conditions
Hi Bruce, yep, up in these parts it is the ice and snow, I would do a little sample before you do anything and see how it works out for you, thanks mike
thanks i did this on my garage floor, two years into it, its looking good still
Hi Spartan, i never did it on a garage floor, but glad it is holding up, thanks mike
Thank you Mike. love your videos.
Thanks keith,, Mike
EXCELLENT VIDEO!! MIKE.... always GREAT information.
Thanks Kenneth, mike
Thank you again, Mike
Thanks Billy, Mike
My buddies and I have a drinking game, you have to consume every time you say Pennsylvania. I just can’t play anymore I get too drunk. LOL. Thanks for the videos. It’s a big help!
Thanks John, I appreciate it, mike
great video this idea of painting cement is great and quick good job
ok maybe epoxy or elastomeric with a little sand or just patch the chipped&cracked concrete on the garage floor with cement-all or vinyl patch? Thanks alot for your help Mike & great videos i learn alot of new & diff ways on doing things since im not a pro at it. I just mainly tuck point & do minor some brick replacement so watch ur videos all the time! tanks again!
Thanks for the video. I always enjoy your tutorials.
Thanks T.A. I appreciate it. mike
Thought I've seen all the vids and this pops up. Thanks again Mike. Also like the music channel. Really enjoy how much of a straight shooter you are and your dry humor with you and your friends is hilarious!
Thanks Thor, I appreciate it, mike
Thank you Mike and John for your service and as always another great video! Sis needs to get you guys some coffee and give you a break. Lol
Thanks Bob I appreciate it, Mike
Man...your back must be in shambles at the end of the day. It looks good!
Thanks Denise. MIKE
you have a way with presentation Mike; they are very effective and enjoyable.
i've reviewed this one a few times as there are a lot of concrete drives in this area and most of the owners use ice and snow melter's.
so...there is accelerated wear.
done a few and do add washed/coarse sand to the Portland cement.
not a lot but enough to add traction in the Winter.
we get slippery conditions and more grit seems to help pedestrian and auto movement.
just a float or broom finish doesn't work as well when the surfaces wear down .
but then, as you point out, it's time to recoat.
Thanks pensive, I agree, anything that works, thanks ,mike
Wow, thanks for all the info. You remind me of my dad. I bought a 2 year old house. Has a new concrete drive that looks that looks like the previous owner used some rock salt on it. "Spalling" has left some areas with lots of little craters/pock marks. I'm gonna try the concrete resurfacer stuff to fill in the marks and make it all smooth again. Central Indiana so we get lots of snow too. It's not a big drive - about the same size as your example. Concrete company quoted $3800 to come put a top coat on it. Hmm, that sounds crazy high!
I'll try that old school way first. Spend that $$ on other stuff!
Hi Pappy, I would not be in a hurry I would do a couple samples first a wait and see, it is a last resort before replacement, thanks mike
Thanks for the advice! It's more of a cosmetic thing - just want the drive to look "better". I'm ok with doing the labor/sweat equity. The unsalted areas look fine.
The best video ever , thank you mike
Thanks ,joe, mike
You guys pit work the young bucks. Good job Mike and John, keep it wet, 👍
Thanks, mike
Mike this works great, I just know I might have to do it every year
I live in Georgia and did the same thing on my driveway. Has lasted 4 years and still looks good.
Hi Scott, that is a good thing, I appreciate it. mike
awesome I loved watching it. I'm a Jersey Boy doing your method iin Nebraska.
Thanks, Mike
I've learned allot from you're videos. I'm going to re see surface my large patio with macs concrete resurfacer. Wish me luck
Hi Ivan, I wish you the best of course, thanks mike
Thanks for your very informative video. I'm planning on trying this in my carport. The concrete is pitted with plenty of small cracks.
Hi vicki, inside a carport I am more of a fan of real patio paint, after you fix the cracks and pits, I would ask the paint store, I hope it helps, thanks mike
Great info thank you I'm wondering if the same resurfacing longevity applies for parging?
Have to redo the purging around my foundation after 20 years but I'm wondering if I'll have to resurface it every year.
Hi, I have a whole playlist on " foundation repair" Mike Haduck, I show all my techniques from repair to paint, I that will help, thanks Mike
Reminds me of why I gave up on installing tile. I've never taken the time to find it but there has got to be real documentation out there for these processes. There is no way construction companies are calling up grandpa to get the family recipe for their projects.
Hi Andrew, actually I get calls from a lot of engineers etc, for my recipes. What works in Florida don't work in Alaska, thanks Mike
@@MikeHaduck that's even more troubling and more reason to avoid concrete unless truly no alternatives. And when we install concrete we should treat it like a delicate flower and not subject it to moisture, freeze thaw, etc. And you say it yourself over and over, asphalt is better, that's not just in PA, asphalt is actually repairable!
Good video mike as always
thanks Nathan, I appreciate it. mike
Very cool Mike. I had no idea that this was even a thing! I'm tempted to try it on our busted up driveway. My only concern is a sunken block with a significant crack. I think I'll start with grinding the crack down to help with snow removal. Thanks for the video!
If it's too deep, you might want to think about slab-jacking that sunken area before applying this Portland paint.
Hi Dan, GSM is right you might think of jack it up or out first, I hope it helps thanks mike
this helps a lot in answering my question about stamped concrete too thank you for all you do one last question could one do a 1/4 inch pour over a concrete porch and patio to help level out the hills and valleys of an old pour and to gain proper slope i just don't have the cash to do a new pour
Hi Stuart, I got a playlist out called "concrete patches" that should help thanks, Mike
Always a pleasure seeing your videos! :)
Thanks tlims, appreciate it. mike
Great video !!! I got a lot out of your video's thanks
Thank you Mike
Thanks Alex, Mike
great stuff, mike. i would take experience anyday over schooling!!!!! lol
Thanks Chris, Mike
im 30 min south of pittsburgh, wish you were closer i have some foundation walls that need some fixin, we need a pro like you out our way!!!!
Hi flappy, I appreciate the offer, check out my videos on How I repair stone and concrete foundations, I am sure will save a ton of money, thanks mike
Great video Mike “no big deal”
Thanks Vincent, mike
I enjoyed ur layed back style M8
Thanks Ken, Mike
Wimmin always want to take over 😂😂 love it! 😆😆
Hi Mandy, it true, lol. mike
Agreed 💯%
Guess that's why all my friends are guys 😂 I don't fit in with most wimmin 🤔
Great video, keep it up mike !!
Thanks Justin, I appreciate it. mike
Great job Mike! Wimmin always wanna take over! 😂👍
Thanks J, I agree, lol, mike