Small (entry patio)
Up to ~200 sq ft
From
$800
to $3,200
- Front-entry porches, small back patios
- Essential or Ultimate tier
Patio Coating · Deephaven, MN · Est. 1996
Patio Coating in Deephaven, Minnesota.
Deephaven occupies a peninsula on the south side of Lake Minnetonka, between Excelsior and Wayzata Bay. It is small, heavily wooded and almost entirely residential, with Cottagewood's tiny historic center the only commercial corner in the city. Patio coating for Deephaven homes. UV-stable topcoats so the color holds, flexible chemistry so freeze-thaw movement doesn't crack the film, full diamond-ground prep on every job. Deephaven began as a summer colony and the bones of that are still visible. Cottagewood and Northome hold late-1800s and early-1900s lake homes, many converted from seasonal use, with garages added long after the house and often set apart from it. Mid-century infill fills the interior streets. A steady run of teardown rebuilds has added large modern houses with three-car garages, so the street mix is genuinely mixed rather than uniform.
Patio Coating in Deephaven
What an install looks like in Deephaven.
Deephaven is a peninsula, which makes moisture the central technical fact of working here. Water on three sides means a large share of lower-level slabs sit close to groundwater, and the reading genuinely decides whether a film coating is appropriate at all. The housing is a study in contrasts on the same block: a converted 1900s summer cottage with a garage added in the 1950s, next to a 2018 rebuild with a three-car attached bay. The first needs an honest assessment of a slab nobody has records for; the second needs a color decision.
Patio Coating specifically in Deephaven
Dense tree cover defines outdoor work here. Bare patio concrete takes permanent tannin and sap staining and stays damp long enough to grow surface film. A coated surface is non-porous so the debris rinses off. Apex flexible-tier urethane for seasonal movement on lakeside ground, with slip resistance a genuine consideration on a slab that is shaded and damp much of the year.
Neighborhoods we work in
- Cottagewood
- Northome
- Carsons Bay
- St. Louis Bay
- Robinsons Bay
- Walden
30+ YR
Years working outdoor concrete
Patios, pool decks, driveways
UV
Stable topcoats
No yellowing, no chalking
4
System tiers
Essential through Apex
A+
BBB rated
Accredited since October 2005
Why we don't install epoxy outdoors in Deephaven
Why most outdoor patio coatings fail in Minnesota.
Two failure modes dominate: yellowing (epoxy under UV) and cracking (rigid film over a slab that moves with the seasons). Both are coating chemistry problems, not installation problems. Polyaspartic solves the yellowing. Flexible urethane solves the cracking. We don't install rigid epoxy on outdoor concrete, period.
Outdoor epoxy
Common but wrong for Minnesota
- Yellows within the first summer
- Rigid film cracks with freeze-thaw
- Lifts at edges where water sits
- Re-coat needed in 3 to 5 years
Polyaspartic + flexible urethane
What we install outdoors
- UV stable: no yellowing
- Flexible chemistry rides out slab movement
- Diamond-ground prep for full bond
- 10+ year lifespan realistic
If a patio quote you got somewhere else is for epoxy, ask what UV warranty comes with it. The answer tells you whether the installer is selling chemistry that fits or a system they buy by the pail.
Deephaven Pricing
Patio coating pricing in Deephaven, MN.
Outdoor pricing follows square footage, tier, and prep. Patios with existing stains, prior coatings, or significant cracking need more prep time. Quote is written and fixed once we've seen the slab.
Standard (back patio)
~250 to 500 sq ft
From
$1,800
to $5,800
- Most common outdoor patio install
- Ultimate tier with flake is the typical pick
Large or wrap-around
600+ sq ft
From
$3,400
to $14,400+
- Includes wrap-around or multi-level patios
- Apex tier for slabs with movement or cracking
Outdoor installs run March through November in Minnesota. We schedule peak season (May to September) 3 to 6 weeks ahead because the weather window is finite.
The 6-step install
How we install your floor in Deephaven.
Outdoor concrete is unforgiving of cut corners. Same prep, same chemistry, same checklist every install.
- 1
In-home assessment + written quote
Visit the patio, measure, check existing condition (cracks, prior coatings, stains, edge spalling), and write a fixed quote on the tier that fits. - 2
Diamond-ground prep
Full diamond grinding to open the concrete profile. On outdoor slabs this is especially important; weathered surfaces look smooth but the coating won't bond without proper mechanical prep. - 3
Crack and joint repair
Hairline cracks filled and tooled flat. Expansion joints prepped to handle the seasonal slab movement underneath the coating. - 4
Basecoat application
Polyurea or flexible urethane basecoat depending on tier. Rolled and back-rolled at full thickness for even coverage. - 5
Decorative element + UV topcoat
On Ultimate tier: decorative flake broadcast, scraped flat after cure. Then polyaspartic UV-stable topcoat seals the system. This is what makes the difference outdoors. - 6
Walk-through + warranty packet
Final walk-through, written warranty, care guide for the first month. Walk on the patio at 24 hours.
Deephaven questions
Common questions for Deephaven homeowners.
We are surrounded by water on a peninsula. Can our lower level be coated at all?
Often yes, but the system depends on the reading and in Deephaven that is not a formality. Peninsula ground means many slabs sit close to groundwater and push real vapor, and a film coating over one of those lifts off the floor eventually. High readings get a penetrating sealer that seals the concrete while letting it breathe. We test before quoting, every time, in this city particularly.
Our garage was added to a converted cottage decades ago. Is it coatable?
Usually, once we have looked at it. Garages added to Cottagewood and Northome cottages were built to the standard of whatever decade added them, sometimes on ground that has moved. We check for settlement, deep cracking and moisture first. Sound slabs coat well and the change on an old bare floor is dramatic. Slabs that have moved get an honest recommendation for concrete work before anything else.
Will a coating stop the tree staining on our driveway and patio?
It stops it reaching the concrete, which is the part that will not clean off. Under Deephaven's tree cover, tannin and sap soak into bare slabs and discolor them permanently. A coated surface is non-porous, so the same debris sits on top and rinses away. On a heavily shaded property that is often the most visible benefit of the whole project.
How long is the drive from Chaska?
Twelve miles, twenty to twenty-six minutes via Hwy 7 and County 19. Inside the standard service area with no travel adjustment in the quote. Deephaven groups naturally with Excelsior, Shorewood and Tonka Bay for scheduling.
Will the patio be slippery when wet?
Decorative flake adds texture to the surface so wet traction is comparable to bare textured concrete. For pool decks and high-slip-concern areas, we can add an aggregate to the topcoat for additional grip. Brought up during the estimate.
How does it handle Minnesota winter?
The polyaspartic UV topcoat is rated for full freeze-thaw cycling. Salt and ice melt don't damage it. Snow shovels are fine. Sharp metal blades (sleds with metal runners) can scratch the topcoat just like they would any finished surface.
What about the rest of the year? Will it fade?
No. Polyaspartic is UV stable, meaning the topcoat doesn't yellow, chalk, or fade. This is the chemistry difference vs epoxy. Color holds for the life of the coating.
Can I have a custom color?
Yes. Decorative flake comes in dozens of standard color blends, and we mix custom blends on request. Brought to your in-home estimate as samples so you can see them on the patio before committing.
What if my patio has cracks?
Hairline cracks get filled during prep. Larger active cracks get evaluated; either repaired as part of the install (Apex tier handles them best) or, if the slab needs more substantial work, we say so honestly.
How long does an outdoor install take?
Most patios are 1-day installs. Larger or multi-level patios run into a second day. Weather has to cooperate; we don't install on rainy days or below curing temperatures.
When can I put furniture back?
24 to 48 hours for furniture, depending on weight and topcoat cure. Plant pots and grills go back in 48. Heavy stone or built-in features in 72.
Can I coat a stamped or decorative patio?
Yes, but the Essential penetrating sealer is usually the right tier. A film coating covers the stamped pattern; if you want to preserve the decorative look, the sealer protects it without changing the appearance.
Do you offer a warranty?
Yes. Written limited warranty, terms vary by tier, walked through during the in-home estimate so you know exactly what's covered.
More in Deephaven
All the services we offer in Deephaven, MN.
Patios pair well with driveway or pool deck coating in the same visit. Same prep, same chemistry, bundle pricing if you're doing both.
Restoration in Deephaven
Other surfaces we work on in Deephaven.
Clear View runs both sides of the business out of the same shop. If you're booking a patio coating in Deephaven, bundle pricing applies when we restore or coat another surface in the same visit.
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- Free on-site measurement
- Written limited warranty
- No subcontractors, no upsells