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Skim coating is when you apply a thin layer of drywall compound to textured walls, creating a smooth surface. This can be done for relatively little money—skim coating costs an average of $600—and can be a simpler way to smooth a wall versus removing texture. Since you apply the skim coat directly on the texture, it is a faster process than removing the underlying texture altogether.  

Application typically takes 1-3 days, depending on the size of the area and the drying time for overlays or sealants.

Yes, concrete resurfacing is the same as concrete overlay. Concrete resurfacing or a concrete overlay is when you apply a thin layer of pre-blended concrete over an existing concrete slab. It enhances the durability and appearance of the concrete. Resurfacing or applying a concrete overlay costs far less than replacing concrete. You can stamp an overlay of concrete to create a specific look or color. Concrete resurfacing is also called concrete restoration, concrete refinishing, or concrete rejuvenation.

In most cases, you are good to stamp the concrete one or two hours after you pour it, but perform the thumb test mentioned above. You want the concrete to be dry enough so the stamps don’t sink, but wet enough that the stamps make a successful imprint. In general, this is a tricky question, as it also depends on the weather outside, the time of day, and the size of the poured concrete slab.