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to prevent spillage of the QUIKRETE

Re-Cap

Trowel Grade Concrete
Resurfacer into these joints. Duct tape or weather-stripping is helpful for
protecting joints and surrounding areas.
MIXING
Mix in the 20 lb (9 kg) pail with a 1/2 in (13 mm) drill and paddle mixer.
Mechanical mixing allows all ingredients blend properly resulting in a
creamier and smoother consistency without the need for additional water.
Use approximately 1-1/4 qt to 1-1/2 qt (1.2 to 1.4 L) of water per 20 lb (9
kg) pail. Add the powder to the water while mixing and mix for 3 minutes
to a stiff gel-like consistency. Do not overwater, additional water will
change the workability and lower its strength. Do not mix more material
than can be placed in 20 minutes.
APPLICATION
Trowel apply the QUIKRETE

Re-Cap

Trowel Grade Concrete
Resurfacer to the damp surface. Apply a thin layer with heavy trowel
pressure, and then go back and build up to the desired thickness. Do
not over trowel.
To give a professional appearance, apply a broom finish when the
surface is thumb print hard. Be sure all the broom strokes are in the
same direction, and they are perpendicular to the flow of traffic. If
desired, a concrete edger and groover can be used to give a finished
look around the edges when the material reaches appropriate hardness.
To achieve even, consistent patterns, apply the QUIKRETE

Re-Cap

Trowel Grade Concrete Resurfacer starting at one end of the area and
working towards the other. Ensure adequate labor is available so this
process is not interrupted.
CURING
Moist curing should begin as soon as the product has hardened enough
to not be damaged by a gentle mist of water. Continue moist curing for
24 to 48 hours. Protect from rain for at least 3 hours. Do not cover unless
immediate rain protection is necessary. When covering, use sheet
plastic.
NOTE: Color may be affected where plastic comes into direct contact with
QUIKRETE

Re-Cap
®
Trowel Grade Concrete Resurfacer
PRECAUTIONS
• Old cracks can reappear due to movement in the base concrete.
• Temperature, relative humidity, wind velocity, sunlight, and shading,
as well as dampness or dryness of the surface receiving the material,
influence the final color of the QUIKRETE

Re-Cap
®
Trowel Grade
Concrete Resurfacer.
• Apply only to bare concrete. Do not apply to painted or sealed
surfaces.
• Concrete to be repaired must be kept damp. If the surface to be
repaired becomes dry, re-dampen before proceeding.
• Mix no more material than can be used in 20 minutes.
• Follow ACI 305R when using product in hot weather. An example of
an additional step would be using cold water when mixing in
extremely hot weather.
• Follow ACI 306R when using product in cold weather. Examples of
additional steps would be using hot water when mixing in severely
cold weather and using plastic sheeting and insulation blankets if
temperatures are expected to fall below 32 °F (0 °C).
• For best results, do not overwork the material.
• When making repairs, good color matching can be difficult.
Preview a small quantity of the repair material in an inconspicuous
area and allow it to cure before evaluating color and overall
appearance.
TABLE 1 TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Water per 20 lb (9 kg) Pail
Approximately 1-1/4 qt to 1-1/2 qt
(1.2 L to 1.4 L)
Compressive Strength, ASTM C109 (Modified)
Age
PSI (MPa)
1 day
3000 (20.6)
7 days
4000 (27.5)
28 days
5000 (34.4)
Length Change, ASTM C157
28 days in air
> -0.10%
Tensile Strength by Direct Tension (Pull Off Method), ASTM C1583
Age
PSI (MPa)
7 days
≥ 400 (2.7)
SAFETY
IMPORTANT: Read Safety Data Sheet carefully before using. WEAR
IMPERVIOUS GLOVES, such as nitrile, mask, and eye protection.
DANGER: Causes sever skin burns and serious eye damage.
Prolonged or repeated inhalation of dust may cause lung damage or
cancer.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
WARRANTY
NOTICE: Obtain the applicable LIMITED WARRANTY at
www.quikrete.com/product-warranty or send a written request to The
Quikrete Companies, LLC, Five Concourse Parkway, Atlanta, GA
30328, USA. Manufactured by or under the authority of The Quikrete
Companies, LLC. © 2022 Quikrete International, Inc.
* Refer to www.quikrete.com for the most current technical data and SDS
Revised April 2022