Patio "How-To"

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5. Have two people use a 2"x4" screed board to level the concrete, moving back and forth in a sawing motion as well as across the concrete.

  7. Run an edger lightly around once following the tamping to establish a groove. This will simplify final edging.

6. Use a tamper to bring moisture and sand to the surface and to move large aggregate down into the concrete. Don’t be afraid to step out on the concrete but make sure you always move in a backward direction, covering your footprint as you go.

8. Next, use a long handled bull float. Back and forth strokes will smooth the ridges left by screening and tamping.

9. Use the hand float with flat strokes in an arch motion. Do not apply pressure or you may cause a rough, sandy finish.

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