Blog by Mercedes Rowe

Why Testing Concrete Hardness Before Epoxy Overlay Application is Non-Negotiable in North Carolina

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In North Carolina’s climate, applying an overlay or epoxy over unverified, soft, or compromised concrete is a recipe for costly callbacks. Here is why testing slab hardness before you pour or roll is non-negotiable, and how to do it right.


1. Concrete Hardness Determines Bond Strength. 

An epoxy ...


Why Using the Wrong Concrete Overlay Products Costs You Double

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Cutting corners on concrete overlays leads to delamination, flaking, and total tear-outs. 


It’s tempting to grab a generic resurfacer bag or the cheapest self-leveler to fix a worn slab and save a few bucks on paper. Concrete overlays are specialized, polymer-fortified systems engineered for spe...