How to Mix Concrete Resurfacing Mixture

Surface Preparation

• 1

  Add one part water to seven parts concrete resurfacing mixture in a 1-gallon bucket.

• 2

  Mix the surface preparation thoroughly with a trowel until it is about the consistency of peanut butter or brick mortar.

• 3

  Apply the resurfacing to deep cracks and holes with a trowel to level the concrete. Let the resurfacing mixture dry thoroughly.

Resurfacing Mixture

• 4

  Pour 3.5 quarts into a 5-gallon bucket. Add one 40 lb bag of resurfacing mixture to the bucket.

• 5

  Insert a paddle mixer into a drill chuck. Tighten the chuck and place the paddle in the bottom of the bucket.

• 6

  Turn the drill on and move it up and down in the bucket. Touch the drill paddle to the sides of the bucket and move it in a circle to incorporate all of the liquid and powder together.

• 7

  Mix the resurfacing for about five minutes.

• 8

  Pour the mixture on the concrete and spread it out evenly with a long handle squeegee. One bag covers an area of about 12 square feet. Mix additional batches and apply to cover the entire concrete area.