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Sure, concrete is tough stuff, but even concrete cracks and crumbles. Eventually, nature has her way. Moisture and temperature extremes make their presence known through damage to concrete floors, walks and structures. Fortunately, you can make simple concrete repairs yourself. The job requires few tools and no special skills, but it does require a strong back. Concrete is heavy, and mixing it is hard work. Still, it’s satisfying work if you are up to the task.

Tools & Materials:

Tools
•    Small sledge hammer
•    Chisel
•    Wire brush
•    Putty knife
•    Shovel
•    Trowel
•    Darby
•    Float
•    Edger
•    Jointer
•    Tamper
•    Caulk gun
•    Wheelbarrow
•    Broom
•    Knee pads
•    Safety glasses
•    Dust mask

Materials
•    Ready-to-use or premix concrete mix
•    Vinyl concrete patch
•    Masonry crack filler
•    Quick-setting cement
•    Concrete cleaner
•    Latex bonding agent
•    Gravel
•    Sand
•    Material for forms (if necessary)

*Tools and materials may differ slightly depending on the type of repair, but this list is representative of those generally used.

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