SkimStone Decorative Concrete Finishing System for Professionals

Substrate Rating Chart

The coverage you can expect is based largely on the condition of the concrete surface to which you are applying SkimStone. We have developed this guide to help you determine how much SkimStone you will need for your project area.

SkimStone Type I Solution is available in 1 and 5 Gallon Pails. SkimStone Powder is available in 7 and 30 Pound Pails.

Substrate Rank 1st Coat Additional Coats
1 - Surface appears glossy, is smooth in appearance and to the touch. Few or no cracks present. 1200 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 7 Lbs. Powder 1200 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 7 Lbs Powder
2 - Surface dull and smooth in appearance. Texture resembles fine sandpaper. Few or no cracks present. 300 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 8 Lbs. Powder 1200 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 7 Lbs Powder
3 - Surface dull and rough in appearance. Surface may be weathered. Texture resembles very coarse sandpaper. Some exposed aggregate and cracks present. 120 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 10 Lbs. Powder 1200 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 7 Lbs Powder
4 - Surface very rough in appearance. Surface quite weathered and aggregate exposed. 55 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 11 Lbs. Powder 1200 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 7 Lbs Powder
5 - Surface extremely rough or "broomed". Surface weathered and aggregate exposed with deep recesses present throughout. 26 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 11 Lbs. Powder 1200 ft2 / Gallon Type I Solution + 7 Lbs Powder