Tools To Parge A Concrete Wall

Step 1 make parging.

Tools to parge a concrete wall.

Apply the mortar mixture to a moistened wall. In order to make the parging you will need to mix portland cement sand and water to a consistency you find easy to apply. Cinder or concrete block buildings and walls are fairly inexpensive. It can also be used as a base coat in the repair of stucco.

Spray surface to be coated with water to dampen the surface. Step 3 apply a thin layer. Scrape off loose bits of mortar from the foundation wall with a drywall knife. Scratch the surface with a plasterer s rake or broom to create a rough texture.

Parging mix 30kg quikrete parging mix is designed for resurfacing coating and repairing concrete and masonry walls. It can also be used as a base coat in the repair of stucco. To ensure the parging mortar will stick to the surface we remove tar paint glue and or other blemishes with a hand grinder. It is now cleaning time.

To give the parging mortar something to stick to we cut very small vertical cracks along the surface spacing them about a foot apart from the other. Things needed hand held grinder with grinding disk drop cloths safety glasses dust mask stiff nylon bristled brush sand topping mix hoe wheelbarrow pointing trowel concrete finish trowel bucket water spray bottle with water. Scrub down the wall to remove additional loose bits and debris from the foundation with a stiff bristled wire brush. A parge coat on a block wall can cover damaged areas and give the wall a new look.

Spray a fine mist of water onto the foundation. Repair damaged block walls. Keep the first layer no thicker than 3 8 inch. Placement with a mason s trowel scoop up mixture and apply over blocks or wall not more than 3 8 thick.

Make certain the surface stays damp ahead of the application of parging mix. Step 2 clean the wall. Use your trowel to create the desired surface texture whether you smooth it out or create a textured appearance.