BradH
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We are finishing up a remodel on a 1950's house in Memphis, TN. The existing garage has an asphalt floor, which I can't say that I've ever seen before. The building also has an area of concrete slab where there was an old maid's quarters. We've blown out the quarters and now have a three-car sized space within the walls.
Our contractor will be pouring a new driveway soon and the plan at this point is to pour a 4" topping slab in the garage over the existing asphalt and concrete at the same time. There are three lifts of asphalt and the slab is at least 6" thick, so we all believe it to be a pretty stable base. He will put a vapor barrier between the old and new as well as flash around the perimeter walls, so that should theoretically alleviate moisture concerns.
Given that this is a bit of an unconventional setup, should I have any concerns about using a densifier/sealer over the new concrete? I prefer the look of natural concrete with a little bit of sheen to it. This garage will have a four post lift in it, but will be primarily for the daily drivers & vehicle storage and won't see any heavy work. I have a separate shop for the messier jobs.
What specs should I give the concrete man for the pour? What is the best way to finish the concrete to best accept the densifier & sealer?
Thanks for your help!
Brad in Memphis
Our contractor will be pouring a new driveway soon and the plan at this point is to pour a 4" topping slab in the garage over the existing asphalt and concrete at the same time. There are three lifts of asphalt and the slab is at least 6" thick, so we all believe it to be a pretty stable base. He will put a vapor barrier between the old and new as well as flash around the perimeter walls, so that should theoretically alleviate moisture concerns.
Given that this is a bit of an unconventional setup, should I have any concerns about using a densifier/sealer over the new concrete? I prefer the look of natural concrete with a little bit of sheen to it. This garage will have a four post lift in it, but will be primarily for the daily drivers & vehicle storage and won't see any heavy work. I have a separate shop for the messier jobs.
What specs should I give the concrete man for the pour? What is the best way to finish the concrete to best accept the densifier & sealer?
Thanks for your help!
Brad in Memphis