Once you’re done transforming a dull gray floor into a beautiful work of art, there are a few steps to consider when finishing the job.
In this video, final washing of the decorated concrete is demonstrated.
This is part 28 of an on-going series on Decorative Concrete, and is taken from the DVD Mastering Concrete Engraving, The Basics.
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After all engraving and staining operations have been completed, remember to clean your surface one last time.
On an exterior project, utilize a pressure washer. Be sure to pressure wash corners and edges with a wand.
On an interior project, again, utilize a floor machine, with a nylon bristle brush, wet vac, and mop. After wetting the surface, scrub the floor with a nylon bristle brush.
Again, as a reminder, it is important that you apply only the amount of water you can control. Care here will prevent you from damaging surrounding surfaces that may be water sensitive, such as drywall and molding.
Work in small sections so you can immediately wet vac the water and residue created in the floor machine’s scouring process. A wet mop up following the vacuuming is the preferred next step.
Purchase the DVD Mastering Concrete Engraving, The Basics to see this series in its entirety.