Spray texture

Spray Texture Coating: An Overview

Spray Knockdown Texture is a type of resurfacing material that is sprayed onto a concrete surface instead of poured and spread. Splatter, Knock Down, Sprayed Texture Concrete is often found around pool decks and large outdoor patios and walkways. Using a hopper gun, the coating is sprayed causing splatters of the material on the concrete slab. These splatters are then knocked down with a hand trowel just enough to flatten high peaks. This create an interesting texture that is somewhere between an orange peel and stucco texture. The texture helps the surface stay cool for bare feet in the hot sun and creates a functional anti-slip surface for wet areas. This texture is most often installed on top of a skim or bond coat and can then be coated in any color similar to a painted surface top while providing a sealed, consistent floor finish.

Advantages of a Spray-Texture Concrete Resurfacing

There are many reasons why a spray-down system is highly preferred by property owners. Some of the most notable are:

• Slip-resistant – The knockdown texture provides proper traction, making it safe from slipping accidents.This is why it is ideal for around pool decks.
• Economical – In the past, damaged concrete is resolved by a complete replacement. This coating allows the existing slab to have a new look and more durable surface at a fraction of the cost of a re-pour.
• Heat-reflective – Concrete absorbs heat. A spray texture reflects it. This means the surface is a lot cooler underfoot even after being exposed to sunlight for hours.
• Cool Feature – It has a cool feature that keeps the surface literally cool despite long exposure to heat and sunlight. The texture creates air pockets that allow cool air to circulate.
• Low Maintenance – Cleaning outdoor surfaces can be quite challenging. With knockdown texture on concrete, surfaces are resistant to dirt and stains so expect cleaning to be a piece of cake.