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				<P>The Concrete Resurfacing Process involves the following <STRONG>4-step process</STRONG>:<BR><BR><IMG height=32 alt=Stage src="images/process_stage1.gif" width=288 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_stage1.gif" Surface the Preparing - 1><BR><IMG height=5 src="/images/spacer.gif" width=1 border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="/images/spacer.gif"><BR>
<P>The pre-laid concrete is cleaned at high pressure to remove all dirt, grease and loose particles. All cracks are ground to remove loose edging. Thse cracks are then cross cut and stitched to create a smooth base.</P><BR>
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<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=High src="images/process_step1.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step1.jpg" Clean Pressure></TD>
<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=Grind src="images/process_step2.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step2.jpg" Cracks></TD>
<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=Cross src="images/process_step3.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step3.jpg" Stitching Cut></TD></TR>
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<TD align=middle><STRONG>High pressure cleaning and acid etching of pavement dirt, grease and loose particles.</STRONG></TD>
<TD align=middle><STRONG>Grinding of cracks to remove loose edging and the application of 2-part proxy.</STRONG></TD>
<TD align=middle><STRONG>Cross Cut Stitching of existing cracks and pinning.</STRONG></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><BR><IMG height=15 src="/images/spacer.gif" width=1 border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="/images/spacer.gif"><BR><IMG height=32 alt=Stage src="images/process_stage2.gif" width=288 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_stage2.gif" the Preparing - Area 2><BR><IMG height=5 src="/images/spacer.gif" width=1 border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="/images/spacer.gif"><BR>
<P>All surrounding structures are protected to ensure no overspray ends up in the wrong places. The substrate of the concrete is then primed to help the Designer Concrete Coatings base coat adhere more effectively to the concrete surface.</P><BR>
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<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=Adhesion src="images/process_step5.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step5.jpg" Enhancement></TD></TR>
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<TD align=middle><STRONG>Protecting existing structures<BR>against over spray.</STRONG></TD>
<TD align=middle><STRONG>Priming of the substrate<BR>to enhance the adhesion<BR>of the Designer Concrete Coatings base coat.</STRONG></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><BR><IMG height=15 src="/images/spacer.gif" width=1 border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="/images/spacer.gif"><BR><IMG height=32 alt=Stage src="images/process_stage3.gif" width=288 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_stage3.gif" Surface the - Laying 3><BR><IMG height=5 src="/images/spacer.gif" width=1 border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="/images/spacer.gif"><BR>
<P>A base coat of the product is applied using the special hopper spray&nbsp;guns. This ensures an even texture and colour for the grout lines. The stencil is then laid over the entire area and two coats of Product is then sprayed over the top to obtain the required thickness.</P><BR>
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<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=Base src="images/process_step6.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step6.jpg" Coat></TD>
<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=Stenciling src="images/process_step7.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step7.jpg"></TD>
<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=Duratex src="images/process_step8.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step8.jpg" Coating></TD></TR>
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<TD align=middle><STRONG>Base coating of entire subtrate to give an even colour and texture for the grout lines.</STRONG></TD>
<TD align=middle><STRONG>Lay of stencil over the entire area before spraying.</STRONG></TD>
<TD align=middle><STRONG>Spraying of two coats of Product as the main coat.</STRONG></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><BR><IMG height=15 src="/images/spacer.gif" width=1 border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="/images/spacer.gif"><BR><IMG height=32 alt=Stage src="images/process_stage4.gif" width=288 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_stage4.gif" - Off Finishing 4><BR><IMG height=5 src="/images/spacer.gif" width=1 border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="/images/spacer.gif"><BR>
<P>If the client has requested 'hazing' (a special mottled finish) it is applied once the first 2 coats have dried. The stencil is then pulled up and 2 coats of seal are applied. The surface is ready to walk on within 48 hours.</P>
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<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=Remove src="images/process_step10.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step10.jpg" Stenciling></TD>
<TD align=middle><IMG height=90 alt=Sealing src="images/process_step11.jpg" width=160 align=absBottom border=0 DESIGNTIMEURL="images/process_step11.jpg"></TD></TR>
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<TD align=middle><STRONG>Hazing of top coat is optional if the customer is looking to achieve a motal shaded look.</STRONG></TD>
<TD align=middle><STRONG>Removal of concrete stencil.</STRONG></TD>
<TD align=middle><STRONG>Final two coats of sealing.</STRONG></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
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