Learn how SUNDEK of Pennsylvania can help address existing cracks in your concrete and prevent future cracks from occurring.
Not only is scored concrete a great way to add a pattern to your concrete surface, it also addresses the issue of cracking concrete.
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Scoring concrete is when a contractor cuts into the concrete to create a pattern or design.
Scoring can be completed at different stages, depending on what you’re working with.
This technique allows us to resurface old, cracked concrete. We achieve it by doing the following:
By incorporating the scorelines into the design, we can hide existing cracks. This technique allows us to work with cracks instead of against them. Since cracking is inevitable, it’s a fantastic way to prevent future cracking.
Yes! If you want to do more than just add scorelines, you can also add a decorative coat. At SUNDEK of Pennsylvania, we specialize in adding Classic Texture, our knockdown texture, and then adding scorelines to complete the design.
Here is a small sampling of some projects we’ve worked on in the Pennsylvania area.
Here are some of the questions we get most often about scored concrete. If your question isn't answered here, contact us!
Scored concrete is typically less expensive than other forms of decorative concrete. It requires less labor and fewer materials. However, finding out exactly how much your project will cost depends on several factors specific to the project such as:
Because there are so many variables, it’s best to contact us. We can give you a free quote after assessing your surface.
Scored concrete is just as durable as any other decorative concrete surface. Scoring is shallow and doesn’t weaken the strength of the coating. A scored concrete surface can last for decades when maintained properly.
A scored concrete surface should be maintained similar to any other decorative concrete surface (sweep or hose off debris, address stains when necessary, etc.). It should be sealed and then resealed every few years, depending on how it's used.
Yes, just like any concrete surface, scored concrete should be sealed to protect it from stains and other damage. Proper sealing will make it easier to brush or wash out dirt or debris from scorelines. Learn more about sealers.
No. When done properly, scorelines are shallow and don’t affect the integrity of the surface. SUNDEK of Pennsylvania even uses custom scorelines to disguise current cracking and minimize future cracking.
Scored concrete isn’t any more slippery than another type of decorative concrete surface. A reputable contractor will ensure that the surface is textured in a way that reduces the slipperiness or include additives that add a grit to the surface that prevents it from getting slick when wet.
If you’re looking for a contractor who can score concrete in your area, we’d love to help!
At SUNDEK of PA, we’ve been installing high-quality concrete coatings for clients in Philadelphia, Doylestown, West Chester, Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, and the surrounding areas for more than two decades.
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