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Concrete Overlays: Resurface, Reinvent, and Refresh Your Concrete Surfaces

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At Deco-Crete, we specialize in helping contractors and DIYers bring new life to tired, worn-out concrete through the power of decorative concrete overlays. Whether you're looking to add texture, replicate natural stone, or create a smooth, modern surface, concrete overlays offer a durable and cost-effective solution that eliminates the need for demolition.




What Are Concrete Overlays?

Concrete overlays are thin layers of specialized cementitious material applied over existing concrete surfaces. They’re engineered to adhere to properly prepared concrete and provide a fresh, durable, and decorative finish. Overlays are perfect for both interior and exterior surfaces and can dramatically transform:

  • Driveways

  • Patios

  • Pool Decks

  • Interior Floors

  • Sidewalks

  • Entryways

  • Commercial Surfaces

  • Countertops

  • Vertical Surfaces

  • And More



Deco-Crete’s Overlay Product Line

We offer a variety of high-performance overlay mixes, each designed to meet specific aesthetic and performance needs:


Stamp Overlay - Realistic Texture Meets Durability

Deco-Crete Stamp Overlay is a just-add-water, premixed blend designed to transform plain gray concrete into textured surfaces that resemble stone, wood, slate, brick, tile, or cobblestone.


Deco-Crete Stamp Overlay Bag Mix
Deco-Crete Stamp Overlay Bag Mix

Key Features:

  • Applicable on interior or exterior surfaces

  • Highly durable and designed to form a long-term bond

  • Compatible with powder or liquid release agents

  • Accepts acid stains and water-based stains

  • Available in gray or white

  • Offers 30 integral color options with our Mini Yard Pack System


If your project requires stamped concrete aesthetics without requiring new concrete, this is your go-to solution. Whether it's a patio upgrade or a commercial makeover, Stamp Overlay delivers a near-identical look to poured stamped concrete at a fraction of the cost and time.






Trowel Overlay – Texture, Color, and Creativity on Any Surface


Deco-Crete Trowel Overlay is a versatile resurfacing mix that can be applied by brooming, spraying, or hand-troweling to create a range of textures and patterns.


Deco-Crete Trowel Overlay Bag Mix
Deco-Crete Trowel Overlay Bag Mix
Trowel Overlay Product Features:

  • Just-add-water mixing convenience

  • Long-lasting bond on properly prepped concrete

  • Accepts integral colors and decorative stains

  • Suitable for interior or exterior use

  • Available in gray or white

  • Compatible with solvent-based sealers like Deco-Crete D-One for enhanced color and protection



Trowel Overlay is ideal for customers seeking to achieve broom finishes, hand textures, swirls, or even light stucco effects. It’s a great fit for driveways, pool decks, garages, and anywhere a practical yet aesthetically pleasing texture is desired.



Micro-Topping – Smooth Versatility for a Fresh Surface Finish




Deco-Crete Micro-Topping is a ready-to-use combination of specialized ingredients that, when combined with water, creates a thin decorative concrete overlay. This cement-based mixture is formulated to rejuvenate plain gray concrete, providing a fresh, updated appearance that can be applied using a smooth trowel, broom finish, spray technique, or a custom trowel texture.

Deco-Crete Micro-Topping

Micro-Topping Product Features:

  • Just-add-water mixing convenience

  • Forms a strong, long-term bond

  • Designed to withstand wear and tear in high-traffic areas

  • Can be integrally colored, stained, or textured for a unique look

  • Suitable for indoor or outdoor use

  • Available in gray or white

  • Suitable for use with solvent-based sealers, such as Deco-Crete D-One, to enhance color and add even more long-lasting protection


Whether you're looking for a smooth trowel finish, a broom texture, a spray application, or a custom trowel texture, Micro-Topping delivers a seamless, modern look. With 30 integral color options and the ability to be stained for even more design flexibility, it's the go-to choice for concrete resurfacing.





Choosing the Right Overlay: It All Comes Down to Your Design Goals


Before selecting a mix, you need to know your end goal. Are you stamping it or going for a smooth or textured finish?

Overlay Goal

Recommended Mix

Stamped Texture (Stone, Wood, Etc.)

Stamp Overlay

Broom, Swirl, or Hand-Textured

Trowel Overlay

Smooth or Ultra-Fine Surface

Micro-Topping

How does an overlay's thickness and the sand gradation correlate?

  • Larger sand particles allow for thicker applications and more surface texture

  • Finer sand particles create smoother finishes but require a thinner application


Color Customization Options Deco-Crete Stamp Overlay, Trowel Overlay, and Micro-Topping are available in both gray and white base colors. Deco-Crete offers 30 integral color options formulated for the gray base using our Mini Yard Pack System*. If you're looking for even more visual depth, you can add acid stains or water-based stains for a truly custom finish.


*Note: Integral colors are optimized for use with a gray base only. When used with white, color outcomes may vary.


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