SYSTEMS
Classic Texture Concrete Coating – Concrete Floor Coatings
Since 1970 Sundeck’s classic texture concrete coatings have been making concrete surfaces cool, comfortable, stylish, and safe, whether that surface is the concrete deck around a pool, the driveway of a home, or the walkways of a commercial property.
Still to this day, classic texture continues to be one of the most popular choices for property owners In the Dallas / Fort Worth area, thanks to the way this coating helps keep exterior walking surfaces cooler than other types of concrete toppings can. It’s true that the Texas summer heat makes owning a swimming pool a really great thing, but you don’t need a pool to benefit from the cooling effect and other benefits of classic texture.
This type of concrete coating is highly versatile, completely customizable, and very easy on the budget. The numerous, often unsurpassed benefits of Classic texture is what has helped it become one of the most popular concrete coatings to be found.
The result is a surface that’s slip resistant, attractive, and has a quite a few other great benefits. Whether for commercial or residential properties, classic texture has remained high on the list of popular concrete floor coatings and exterior concrete toppings for many decades.
Not only is the surface created with this type of concrete topping slip-resistant in all conditions, but maintenance costs stay low, as the non-porous finish blocks chemicals, oils, and grime from getting underneath. This makes cleaning as simple as a regular sweeping and light mopping.
Stained Concrete – An elegant alternative
Enjoy deep, rich color and a marbleized effect, stained concrete is a very popular choice with homeowners, thanks to the beautiful translucent look that results from concrete staining.
Thanks to the stunningly beauty and uniqueness of stained concrete, you can transform your space into a one-of-a-kind piece of art.
Many times, although same color scheme is utilized, the organic effect of staining concrete, will always give each project its own identity.
Stamped Concrete Rehab
The beauty and affordability of stamped concrete is a big part of what makes it such a popular option with both, commercial and residential property owners, allowing them to enjoy the look and texture found in more costly materials, such as wood, tile, brick and more at a fraction of the cost.
Unfortunately, overtime, the aesthetic appeal might suffer inevitable weather exposure, resulting in undesired appearance that can quickly become a great investment disadvantage, not to mention, how complex stamped concrete repairs can be.
Cracks, Spalling, Scaling and Flaking
One of the greatest benefits of this system, is that most repairs can be camouflage. As opposed to conventional stained applications.
For a fraction of the cost and application time, Stained Concrete Rehab, can be a true-life saver.
Epoxy Floor Coatings – Industrial Resinous Flooring
Flooring in some facilities, must be outstandingly durable to withstand the type of abuse to which it’s prone in such locations. Since most types of floors simply aren’t tough enough to take the high amount of wear and chemical exposure they’ll meet with in these environments, the only option is a floor coating of some kind.
It’s the superior durability of an industrial flooring that has made it so popular with managers of these facilities, although these floorings made their name in the industrial and commercial market, over the years they had also made an appearance in the residential market, especially in garages.
However, if a liquid applied flooring gets applied by an amateur, can quickly end in disaster. For this reason, its best to trust the work to a proven expert that can help you obtain all the benefits of having resinous floor done right.
LimeStone Overlay
Crushed Limestone has enabled us to bring our customers, the most unique and natural finish one can provide. Is a material to be desired by property owners because of its durability and versatility. Not to mention, the extensive cost savings by not having to tear out concrete to make room for a conventional tile.
In fact, there may be no better flooring or paving option for those who demand the ultimate freedom of design. The numerous customization options makes it easy for users to create the look they want, while the fact that limestone overlay is durable and low maintenance means the resulting style can continue be enjoyed for a long time to come.
By adding a beautiful limestone finish to any property, will inevitably increase the value and curb appeal.
Concrete Micro Toppings
There are many advantages to having a concrete floor, such as ease of care, longevity of the floor, affordability, and even sustainability, as no new flooring materials, such as tile or wood, must be added to the concrete slab.
However, there are also many reasons why a concrete floor might need rejuvenation or repair. When the time comes that your floor needs something more than what routine maintenance can provide, consider having a concrete micro topping installed.
Concrete micro toppings make excellent picks for both residential and commercial properties. They can be installed to repair or remodel. A micro topping is especially great where some artistic appeal is to be added to the floor, as the resulting surface makes a great canvas for adding designs with stains and color.
Polished Concrete / Concrete Grinding
Polished concrete is a widely recognized flooring finish due to its durability and unique appearance. Its gloss, clean look and durability, has made it the finish of choice for most retail spaces.
Although not all concrete slabs are a candidate for a polished finish, many customers have adopted existing flaws as a character for flooring design of their home.
Not to mention the fact that this concrete flooring system comes at a much lower cost than marble or granite, is far more durable than carpet or wood, and is extremely low maintenance.
The process of polishing a concrete surface is something that demands a great amount of expertise. The heavy-duty machines used feature diamond-impregnated cutters which serve to grind the surface down, and these have to be used with special care in order to ensure maximum safety, smoothness, and sheen. For those who want to enjoy all the benefits polished concrete has to offer, the best approach to call the pros at ATD Concrete Coatings.
Stamped Overlays
There’s nothing quite like the beauty of an inset of natural stone, wood, or brick. Stamped Overlays empower property owners to enjoy the look of costly paving materials, without the disadvantages of all the construction/demolition in stamped concrete or setbacks with other types of materials, such as the high costs and, in the case of wood, high maintenance and low durability.
Stamped Overlays brings those who choose this decorative concrete option that much-craved Old-World elegance so many people have come to adore. It brings depth and character to any area in which its featured, and the variety of designs that can be made quickly transforms a simply paving project into a mode of style expression.
The noteworthy beauty of well-laid patterned overlays has helped make it a popular option for both residential and commercial properties alike. It can help bring out the architectural flair of any home and add an air of success to any professional building.
Tuscan Texture
What better way to relax is there than to take a Mediterranean vacation and take in all the tranquil natural beauty Tuscany has to offer? With a Tuscan Texture overlay, now there’s no need to travel across the ocean just to enjoy that ever-popular Tuscan style.
Affordable allowing you to take pleasure in the rustic, Old World style that so many have come to love. Tuscan Texture gives you the freedom of creating your very own Tuscan getaway right at home.
This type of decorative concrete is also an excellent choice for commercial properties, as the Tuscan look is known to be an upscale finish enhancing curb appeal. Old World Mediterranean. This look is all about leveraging natural, warm earth color tones. Rustic dark woods and natural stone are some common patterns that are popular of this theme.
Concrete Waterproofing – Concrete Sealing
From balconies and terraces, parking garages and bridges, each site has a specific need when it comes to waterproofing.
ATD Concrete coatings has dedicated many years in research and testing many products and systems, which allows us to better select what works best for best for each application.
With access to most major brands and resources in the industry, we feel confident we can deliver the appropriate solution to your property’s need.
Some of the most common materials we use are polyurethane base coatings, known as “Traffic Coat” for areas that cost an functionality is of the essence, and rubberized acrylic based membranes as a substrate for our decorative cementitious finishes. Both systems will provide a waterproof and weather resistant surface, that will protect your company for ye ars to come.
Some properties that don’t required such an extensive treatment yet need a “water repellent” treatment, we have a wide selection of concrete sealers and joint sealant compounds to help improve resistance to weather exposure.
CONCRETE Coatings - Toppings Care
Quality Cement Coatings are designed to provide years of enjoyment and service, requiring only minimal cleaning practices to maintain. Affected areas require regular washing with a high-pressure nozzle to prevent dirt and stains from being ground into the finish. The following instructions deal with the more stubborn cleaning situations.
GREASE – OIL – BEVERAGES – FOOD
- Rinse the area with water.
- Apply a solution of citrus-based cleaner or equivalent.
- Lightly scrub the area with a stiff-bristled brush or comb.
- Allow to soak without drying.
- Lightly scrub and rinse thoroughly.
Additional scrubbing or applications may be required for stubborn stains.
Citrus-based cleaners such as Nature’s Orange, Simple Green and TSP work very well and are available at home improvement centers and janitorial supply centers.
HARD WATER DEPOSITS – RUST – SOIL – PLANT – WOOD STAINS
Regularly clean areas by hosing and using a squeegee or push broom to remove standing water is the most effective method of minimizing these stains. If stains begin to appear, clean the area withLime Away, Whink, or a commercial descaler and rinse well.
Heavier mineral deposits require more aggressive procedures such as a light acid wash.
- Mix Muriatic acid solution. (20-40% acid to water) Always add acid to water not water to acid.
- Dampen the surface with a mist of water. Do not apply acid to dry surface.
- Apply acid solution to damp surface with plastic sprayer or sprinkler can.
- Lightly scrub deck with a deck broom until the solution stops “fizzing.”
- When the fizzing activity stops, it is a sign that the acid has finished working. Do not allow solution to dry!
- Rinse off solution with high-pressure nozzle.
- Use a squeegee or deck broom to remove any excess water.
- Neutralize with soda ash, baking soda or TSP – scrub lightly.
- Rinse thoroughly and squeegee or broom off water.
Heavy deposits may require additional treatments and possibly a stronger acid to water ratio.
CAUTION: Always wear protective eye and skin wear when working with any acid solution. Follow safety guidelines printed on containers including use of proper respirator.
MILDEW AND ALGAE
This type of stain usually occurs in shaded locations where water puddles. If treated early, mildew and algae can easily be removed
- Mix 50% pool chlorine to water.
- Apply directly onto affected area with plastic sprayer or sprinkler can.
- Lightly scrub the chlorine solution over the affected area.
- Allow the solution to soak without drying.
- Rinse the area completely when the solution has stopped reacting.
- Squeegee or broom water from deck.
Stubborn deposits require soaking with a more concentrated solution and moderate scrubbing.
BLACK RUBBER MARKS
- Apply concentrated solution of citrus-based cleaner with sprinkler can.
- Spread the solution over the area with a deck broom.
- Allow the solution to soak without drying.
- Completely scrub the area.
- Rinse thoroughly with high-pressure nozzle.
- Squeegee or broom off water.
High traffic areas may require repeated applications for maximum results.
The best maintenance tip for black tire marks is to hose and clean the area on a regular basis to prevent a heavy build up of rubber and asphalt residue. Other good cleaners that can be used include Simple Green, Nature’s Orange, Amway LOC or TSP.
CHEWING GUM – TAR – TREE SAP
- Freeze with dry ice or CO2 type fire extinguisher and chip off with putty knife.
- Spray remaining residue with Disolvit or Goof Off.
- Scrape off with putty knife.
- Clean area with citrus-based cleaner or equivalent.
- Rinse off any remaining residue.
PAINT
Paint that is spilled or sprayed on the textured surface should be quickly wiped up with a cloth. If the paint has dried, the affected area can be touched up with Finish Coat. Apply as you would water-based paint. Heavy paint-globs must be scraped off prior to applying the Finish Coat.
Do not use paint removers!!! These will cause damage to the finish.
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