Last updated: 4 October 2026
Decograde Concrete Resurfacing resurfaces patios in Bankstown. The patio is where people sit, eat and entertain, so a stained or cracked slab is noticed. Call (02) 9090 4131 and we will talk through what yours needs.
Patios in a busy suburb like Bankstown
Bankstown has been built up for more than a century, so older patio slabs are common, and some carry old paint, sealer or earlier patches. We look at what is on yours and tell you what comes off before a new layer goes on.
Where the slab meets the house
We mask the wall base and door thresholds and check that water still runs away from the house afterwards. A patio that holds water against a wall is flagged in the estimate.
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Sun, shade and furniture rings
A sunny patio can get hot underfoot, and lighter colours stay cooler. Furniture and pots leave marks, so we suggest a finish that is easy to clean and tell you how the space is best maintained.
Send a photo of the whole patio and one of the worst crack. Call (02) 9090 4131.
Old coatings and earlier repairs
Paint and old sealer have to come off completely. Patched repairs are cut back and redone if they have failed. Removing old coatings is often the largest line of the estimate, and we show you what we find.
Resurface, tile over or start again
Resurfacing keeps the slab and changes the face. Tiling over adds height and cost and needs a flat, sound slab. Re-pouring suits a failed slab. We say which fits yours and why.
Choosing the finish
A fine to medium texture suits most patios. If the patio leads to a pool, we look at grip more closely. We show samples and agree the finish before booking.
See the patio resurfacing page and the patio cost guide.
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What happens on the day
We arrive, mask walls and thresholds, clean and etch the slab, repair cracks and apply the layer in dry weather. The sealer goes on after it. You will be told what to keep off the surface and for how long. A patio is usually out of use for a few days, so plan furniture and barbecues around it.
Patio colours and heat
Lighter colours stay cooler in direct sun and darker ones hide dirt better. A mid-tone usually balances the two. We bring samples so you can judge them outside against your house and paving.
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Questions worth asking about patios
Worth asking: can a patio be resurfaced up to the wall, how long will it be out of use, and will it be slippery when wet? We answer each in writing in the estimate, and we explain how a textured, sealed surface compares with the old one so you know what to expect.
Tell us if the patio is under a roof or open to the weather. Covered patios cure evenly, while open ones need a dry forecast, and the timing in the estimate reflects that.
Answers to common questions
Can I resurface a patio that has been tiled before?
Only if the tiles and adhesive are removed and the slab underneath is sound. We check what is under the surface and tell you before quoting.
Will my furniture mark the new surface?
A sealed surface resists marks better than bare concrete, but heavy furniture can still leave rings. Felt pads help, and we tell you how soon furniture can go back.
How long does a patio take?
Most take a few days including cure time, depending on size and weather. We give you the schedule in writing.
Will you work around my pergola posts?
Yes. We mask posts and walls and keep product off them.
Can you match the colour to my house?
We bring samples in a range of tones and you judge them outside next to the house. We cannot match a colour exactly, but we can get close, and we show you the sample before it goes down.
Ask for a Bankstown patio estimate
Describe the patio and how you use it. We will give you the scope, finish and figure in writing.