How do i fix cracks in concrete and paint my patio?

[gemcat29]

Hi, how do I fix the cracks on the concrete patio and how do I paint this area. The concrete has a faux rock pattern which is fine but the joins also look like they need a filler. I’m looking for tips and products please. I’m a new home owner  

 

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi @gemcat29 

Great news on your  new  home.

As that concrete is coloured a standard concrete  repair color  usually  grey  may stand out as  much as the  original cracks.

Another point that concrete may still be moving and a fixed  crack  repair may fail  later on.

So I highly  recomend the following as it comes in sand stone colour as well.  This  product will stretch and contract with the concrete movements

You will need a caulking gun and make sure you get the free larger nozzles for this tube as standard ones  dont fit.

Clean  up any messes  with turps and a rag ASAP with in 10 mins so rubbing is more  easy.

Get the  sandstone color  if it  suits  you.

Sika 310ml Sikaflex Pro+ Polyurethane Sealant - 310ml I/N:  $24^.03

[gemcat29]

Thank you so so much for your help! Do you have any suggestions for painting the concrete? Products or method? I so appreciate your help!

[EricL]

Hello @gemcat29 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us and thanks for sharing your question about fixing the cracks and painting your concrete patio. 

It's great that you've received excellent advice from @Jewelleryrescue. I totally agree with the suggestions made, I also recommend having a look at the Dulux Concrete and Paving system and the Berger Jet Dry 4L Heavy Duty Deep Charcoal Paving Paint along with the White Knight White Heavy Duty Ultra Pave Concrete And Paving Paint. 

Here is a handy step-by-step guide: How to paint concrete floors.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric