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    Nov 13, 2009, 02:05 PM
    Patio cement table
    Name: table 003 good picture.jpg Views: 385 Size: 22.0 KB
    Outside concrete table has a terrible finish. Tried scrapping
    It down, so I can paint. Did not help. Is there anyway to resurface’.
    Possibly with mortar or something.
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    Nov 13, 2009, 02:26 PM

    Why don't you take a look at the new textured cements that go down over existing cement to hide cracks and band areas. I think they come in colours as well.

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    Nov 28, 2009, 01:27 AM

    The best way is to grind the top with a diamond grinder. You can get one to fit a four inch grinder at most hardware stores. After grinding seal with a 50 -50 mixture of double boiled linseed oil and mineral spirits.
    You will love the result. It will look like terrazo.
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