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Jim M (RI)

06-02-2003 08:15:04




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I have about three cement jobs to do and it is getting tougher by the minute to find anyone who will finish the cement for me. Years ago I used to mix and finish the cement myself, but have not done it in a while and I'm sure things have changed/improved. I'm going to use redi-mix cement. First job is an apron around a pool. Forms are in and I have re-inforcement wire ready to roll out. What is the best way to get a finish that is not slipery (ie steel trowel type finish) but is not hard on bare feet. I have heard of "brush finish". I have never even seen that done. Any suggestions or sites I should go to would be appreciated. Thanks, Jim

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Pat/WV

06-12-2003 18:31:04




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 Re: finishing cement in reply to Jim M (RI), 06-02-2003 08:15:04  
first of all, dont work it too much once it starts to set. screed it off, let it set 75-80%, then broom it out. itll be just the right texture when it cures out. plus keep spraying a light mist of water on it as you work it.



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RA

06-06-2003 21:06:11




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 Re: finishing cement in reply to Jim M (RI), 06-02-2003 08:15:04  
it will pay in the long run to get someone that knows what they are doing so you get a job you can be proud of I finish concrete for a living been on a lot of jobs that people tryed to do there self and we had to come in and tear out and redo It will save you money in the long run



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ray

06-03-2003 19:11:49




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 Re: finishing cement in reply to Jim M (RI), 06-02-2003 08:15:04  
Just did some flat work. Start with a bull float after it's set up enough to not bring up much cream, then edge, and finally apply one pass of a broom just as it becomes stiff. I used one of those thin, wide brushes (24") made for applying blacktop sealer. With a long pole set it at the far side and pull towards you. Keep a 5 gallon bucket of water and rinse it out between passes over the cement. -ray

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SteveB

06-03-2003 04:57:34




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 Re: finishing cement in reply to Jim M (RI), 06-02-2003 08:15:04  
Jim, I am doing the same thing right now. I am pouring a sidewalk around the pool. The forms are set and the mesh is down. My fence guy is a union mason, we plan to pour on Sat. I got a price of 500$ labor for Him and a helper. We will use about 5 Yrd of redimix. I think I got a good deal.I will let you all know how things go..



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Dr.Evil

06-02-2003 12:24:58




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 Re: finishing cement in reply to Jim M (RI), 06-02-2003 08:15:04  
Stiffness of the bristles of the brush/broom and how hard You let the concrete get before You broom it determines how rough the finish is. Fine soft bristles make for smooth surface, and waiting till the concrete is almost hard enough to walk on makes for a smoother surface.



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TimV

06-02-2003 09:38:53




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 Re: finishing cement in reply to Jim M (RI), 06-02-2003 08:15:04  
Jim: I assume a "brush finish" is what I've usually seen referred to as a "broom finish". Once you've done the rough screeding and trowel work, you use a push broom to gently texture the surface. It's more coarse than a full-blown steel or magnesium trowel finish but not as coarse as a rough finish. It would probably work well for a pool apron.



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Chester

06-02-2003 16:08:45




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 Re: Re: finishing cement in reply to TimV, 06-02-2003 09:38:53  
Try a wooden trowel also, leaves a textured finish that is uniform and easy on bare feet. Brooms can leave deep grooves if not carefully done. Best to experiment on a smaller job to get the most suitable surface.



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