Author: Concrete Decor Staff

Admixture aids self-consolidation

Fishstone Concrete Countertop Supply has released Optimum 380 Premium Superplasticizer. Optimum 380 is a modified polycarboxylate high-range water-reducing admixture formulated to deliver extremely high spread rates and “self-placing” properties. Using Optimum 380 delivers higher early strength, improved workability and surface densification with lower dosage rates compared to standard superplasticizers for […]

New General Equipment floor-covering remover

General Equipment Co. has introduced the FCS10 Rip- R-Stripper to its line of floor-covering strippers. This electricpowered model provides a compact, lightweight alternative to larger walk-behind units. It accommodates cutting blades up to 10 inches wide and is ideal for applications that include removing carpet, VCT, linoleum and mastics. Featuring […]

A Two-Sided Tip: Exposed Aggregate on a Corner Wall

Nick Carosi III of Arban & Carosi Inc. brings up an intriguing point when talking about exposed aggregate on vertical surfaces — what if you’re pouring an L-shaped wall piece? Since gravity’s effect on the settling aggregate is essential to the process, how does a contractor make that work?