Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, It also depends on the size of the cracks and chips present. Hairline and cracks around the 1-3mm range can be easily patched before resurfacing. The same goes for chips, small chips can be patched with our exclusive patching system.
For driveways and garages the product requires 5-7 days to cure with no vehicle traffic once we have applied the sealer coat. You can walk on the surface next day, this gives the sealer time to cure – For a standard driveway you will need to anticipate parking your vehicles elsewhere for at least 7-9 days - 2 days for application and 5-7 days for curing.
We request that the areas to be resurfaced be completely cleared of all furniture, pot plants etc prior to our arrival. Pets and children will need to be kept inside during the application process. Also ensure that all watering/irrigation systems are turned off if they are nearby the areas that are being resurfaced.
EcoCrete Resurfacing is a locally owned business. It’s our focus to provide a top-notch service and a product which adds style and value to your home.
The duration of the resurfacing process can vary based on the size and complexity of the project. Our most common job is a two-car wide, standard sized residential driveway and front path. This normally takes 1-2 days to complete. Projects larger than this can be estimated once we have inspected the property. Our team will provide you with a clear timeline during the consultation phase.
We service Bundaberg and their surrounding suburbs as listed in “Areas we service” section. Our team is dedicated to bringing the beauty of EcoCrete Resurfacing to your residential and commercial properties.
The main difference between us and the competition is that EcoCrete Resurfacing is the only system on the market which utilises a 100% Eco-friendly, water-based system. Our multiple layer compounds are not cement-based, they are a unique Advanced Textured Thermal-Plastic Acrylic that are exclusive to EcoCrete Resurfacing Licensee’s. Competing systems are currently limited to using solvent based sealers due to other components in their product combinations, they cannot use water-based products as it will detrimentally affect the base compound. So, what’s the big fuss about the sealer we use as part of the EcoCrete Resurfacing process compared to the solvent based sealers that the competition is forced to use?
- Water-Based, Eco-friendly
- Contains NO petroleum solvents
- Very Low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds). No unpleasant smells
- Breathable, UV stable,
- 10-Year Exterior Service Life
- Provides a clean, uniform finish
- Does not drastically enhance the colour. The richness of colour is in the colour coats and doesn’t depend on the sealer to make the colours look rich.
- Re-seal friendly, no whitening when future coats are applied. Re-coating is recommended every 3-5 years for high traffic areas and 5+ years for low traffic areas for maximum protection.
- Tested by Boral Science Labs: can be applied to New Concrete, Exposed Aggregate and Natural Stone as soon as the surface is hard enough to walk on (10-24 hours after the pour for best results) providing Cure-Assistance and immediate Unrivalled Stain Protection (Certificate Provided upon request)
- Solvent based, hazardous to human health, toxic components
- Contains petroleum solvents
- High VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds), sealer will off gas, releasing an unpleasant chemical smell.
- Very likely to leave an uneven/stripy looking finish (most common on darker coloured resurfacing jobs which can be seen when the sun shines on it)
- Wet look sealer. The sealer is responsible for darkening and enhancing the base compound. This can be a problem if the sealer begins to fade which in turn creates “dry” looking areas.
- Re-seal every 24 months regardless of traffic levels. There is a risk of whitening occurring when resealing which creates an unsightly finish. This can only be corrected by using more toxic solvents.
- Not Tested by Boral Science Labs: cannot be applied to new concrete as a cure-assist product
As you can see, the sealer used actually contributes heavily to how good the surface will look in years to come and the maintenance requirements involved When all things are compared, it should be clear that EcoCrete is the superior resurfacing system for residential and commercial projects