Decorative concrete contractors are adding an exciting new technique to their repertoire that always elicits a “wow” reaction from clients: embedding fiber optics in concrete countertops.
Author: Christina Camara
Concrete Countertops Push the Limits of Creativity
It’s pretty easy to create a concrete countertop that looks like a garage floor. But branching out from flatwork to countertops means embracing completely different ideas on aesthetics and performance, not to mention learning different skills. Mike Moncrieff has made the leap.
Mike Miller a.k.a. The Concretist Inc.
Mike Miller, a Benicia, Calif., artist, calls his work "sensory concrete."
A Profile on Masterpiece Concrete Compositions
Bernie Apodaca and Debra O’Leary use a variety of systems to suit each customer’s taste and budget. Their projects are elegant and innovative.
Marketing for Concrete Contractors
Many contractors believe that their workmanship will sell itself, but too often, they depend on referrals. Decorative concrete contractors are artisans, not necessarily salespeople.
Manufacturer Profile: Architectural Concrete Looks and Feels Like Stone
Arch-Crete’s lightweight forming system gives the look and feel of real stone.
Aggregate Choices Can Add Dimension to Concrete Work
Naturally colored aggregate, varying dramatically from region to region, can add unusual dimension to your decorative concrete work.
A Company that Listens – Proline Concrete Tools
Close communication with contractors has helped Proline perfect its offerings and maintain its position as a leader in the industry.
Selling Solutions, Not Just Concrete Products: Southern Color
Southern Color, recently bought by Rockwood Pigments, continues its tradition of customer service while it expands nationwide.
Dana Boyer, ConcretiZen: Turning Art Into Concrete Profit
Boyer is the owner of ConcretiZen, based in Apache Junction, Ariz. She does it all — art pieces, driveways, pool decks, countertops, floors. She takes residential and commercial jobs, coloring, texturing, stamping, polishing, sandblasting or engraving concrete.
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