I've got a cement front porch area that I initially just wanted to put a skim coat on but, now that I've cleaned it, it may need more work. [attach]115851[/attach] I already filled in the one big (1" wide) crack with some Quikrete. [attach]115850[/attach] I think I can just put 2x4s around the outside of the step and spread some self-leveling concrete out and smooth it over. But, I haven't done that before and couldn't find any good videos or instructional pages out there for me to use. Any recommendations? Also, you can see that it's pulled away from the main porch. My wife asked if we can "just take it out" and replace it with smaller cap steps and walking pavers. I told her that was MUCH more work...yes? [attach]115852[/attach] Should I try to make the form so it extends to the main porch and fill that entire gap in with the self-leveling concrete? We live in NY so get lots of freezing and thawing throughout the year. Also, one of the blocks that it was built on has broken and crumbled. 1) can I just make a small wood block form with an inch or so gap at the top and fill it with mortar to fill that in? If so, how do I "fill in" the top gap, just wait for the bottom to dry, load the inside with mortar and move the block up? [attach]115854[/attach] I haven't done any cement work yet (besides filling the crack), but generally pretty handy diy'er. Looking for some recommendations and tips. Thanks!!

Can I buy a per mix bag for the job,? Also do i need to wire mesh on the wall frist. I think what to make a flat surface or should just follow the shape of the block. If i mix by hand, what should I used . If I don't have to used the wire still have put two coats