The Brew Cabin

I love the site it is full of good practical information.

I had my Driveway installed by Town & Country plc in 1999 they then went bust. My Driveway is now flaking due to an incorrect installation. I know that it will never be fully right but could you advise how and what products and methods I need to employ to minimise this situation i.e what methods need to be used to re-seal the driveway. Do I need to add colour and release agents again?

Is there any "industrial" strength sealers that will minimise the flaking? and is it best to use 2 thin coats sprayed or painted on.

I would appreciate your help as I am a very upset homeowner!

Many Thanks,
Diane

Diane,

Do you have a picture of the drive - Has the drive been re-sealed since first layed?

Regards
Alex

Alex,

The driveway has been resealed twice. The first lasted approximately 2 years before "flaking" The second was done last year and lasted approximately 2 months before starting to "flake" again It also has "bloom" in various areas. The concrete itself seems good but the surface appearance is flaking in 2 ways:

larger flaking approximately 2inches square on about 1% of the driveway. and small flaking across about 40% of the driveway which gives it a speckled appearance!

Sorry I dont have a picture to hand will try to get one posted but not sure how to do this yet!


Best Wishes,
Diane

Town & Country are back in business, under a slightly different name, but it seems their installation practices have not been similarly rejuvenated.

With PIC, it's best to consult a specialist, after they've had a chance to inspect the surface and work out a 'plan of attack'. In some cases, it's considered best to strip back existing sealants and start again, possibly using a toned sealant with one or more topcoats. However, the type of sealant used in the first place, and how effectively it was applied, can have a major impact on what to do next.

Have you asked any other local PIC cointractors to take a look and proffer their advice?

If you want to post images, there's a help file available via the link above, or send the pics to me and I'll post them on your behalf.