Author: Concrete Decor Staff

Give plain concrete a makeover with GraniteFX

New from Seal-Krete, GraniteFX Decorative Concrete Coating provides a natural, stone-like finish to a multitude of concrete surfaces, including walkways, patios, porches and pool decks. GraniteFX Decorative Concrete Coating comes in a water-based, ready-to-use brush-and-roll formula that’s easy to apply and easy to clean up. First, apply the textured base […]

Resurfacer from Engrave-A-Crete

Engrave-A-Crete Inc. has added Mantello Resurfacer to its line of decorative concrete products. Available in white or gray, Mantello Resurfacer is an environmentally progressive product that bonds tightly to stable concrete to produce a flawless, extremely durable surface suitable for staining or engraving in a variety of patterns. Antimicrobial additives […]

ACI Foundation honors researchers

The ACI Foundation honored three individuals with awards during the ACI Fall 2011 Convention. Michael E. Kreger was awarded the ACI Foundation Concrete Research Council Arthur J. Boase Award, which recognizes outstanding activities and achievements in the reinforced concrete field. Adam Neville was awarded the ACI Foundation Concrete Research Council […]

Moisture guidelines gathered online

RHSpec.com has assembled a moisture content information resource that includes more than 120 major manufacturers’ specifications for flooring products. Through a list of live-link references, you can instantly find each manufacturer’s site for more information about their acceptable moisture content guidelines. RHSpec.com also offers a variety of additional resources related […]

Kansas City group names top concrete projects

The Concrete Promotional Group, a nonprofit trade association representing the concrete industry in the greater Kansas City area, has selected the winners of its annual Excellence in Concrete Awards. Several categories focused on decorative applications. The winners are: Decorative Commercial: Johnny’s Tavern in Overland Park, Kan. Work was done by […]

A Tool to Help Visualize Decorative Concrete by Depiction Software

Potential clients often struggle with visualizing what decorative concrete will look like at their home or business. The new Deco-Con Wizard from Depiction Software can help remove the mystery by quickly and easily showing them what selected decorative concrete patterns will look like on their property.

Dark and light areas of this concrete overlay give a geometric look to the space.

Two Systems from Westcoat Combat Moisture Issues

Second-story decks are popular outdoor spaces in both residential and commercial buildings. But, unless there is some sort waterproofing in place, the space underneath is essentially useless. Weather, over time, can even destroy it. In order to help combat moisture problems, Westcoat Specialty Coating Systems offers two popular and proven […]