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If you’re looking to give your concrete countertop a natural edge, look no further than two new texture edge forms from Bon Tool Co. The forms, one stone and one seashell, were introduced in January. Both give a unique, natural-looking texture to the side of a bathroom or kitchen countertop.
The Concrete Countertop Institute (CCI) offers comprehensive education and resources for all aspects of concrete countertops. The Institute has recently added classes on creating cast-in-place countertops, marketing and selling countertops, and advanced sink fabrication.
Trimtape Inc., a Georgia company, is unspooling several sticky options for concrete contractors.
When trying to come up with designs, “Don’t be afraid to look at artwork and transfer that design onto a floor,” suggests Gary Jones of Colormaker Floors. “It can be part of a picture, as little as one square inch.”
Shave Away, Europe, now sells a dustless system for cutting 1⁄4-inch faux grout lines in one pass. The Saw Muzzle is www.ConcreteDecor.net • Apr/May 2005 • 63 made to be used with the Skil or other worm-drive circular saws. When used with a Blade Roller, a vacuum and a 7- […]
Mi-T-M Corp.’s Job Pro Electric series of cold-water pressure washers are designed for commercial jobs with tight budgets. Standard features on the Job Pro Electric Series include 1.5 hp to 8.0 hp electric motors, direct-drive triplex piston pumps with ceramic plungers, a 35-foot power cord, a 36-inch twopiece lance with […]
Multiquip’s new MGX-Series concrete vibrators are powerful, lightweight, handheld units. The costeffective tools are ideal for short pours, small walls and footings. The MGX-Series comes in two 280- watt models, the MGX-1 and the MGX-2, with six head sizes ranging from 0.9-inch (23 millimeters) to 11⁄2- inch (38 millimeters) for […]
Hitachi Power Drills has introduced a 1⁄2-inch hammer drill, the DV20VB2. The drill features an aggressive ergonomic design and is engineered to easily power through concrete and stone. The DV20VB2 is powered by an 8.3-amp motor that delivers 940 watts. The motor produces a no-load speed of 0-1,000/3,000 RPM and […]
Custom concrete identification hand stamps are now available from Columbia Marking Tools, and in less time than you might expect. The company uses a new manufacturing method to make all kinds of logo and special identification stamp designs quickly. Concrete stamps have taken months to produce in the past. For […]
Bon Tool Co. has added several new products to its catalog, including three groovers. The Bullet Groover is a stainless steel concrete groover that is four times more wear resistant than traditional bronze groovers. The Vegas Groover cuts long, straight 13⁄4-inch control joints in fresh concrete. The Stainless Steel Groovy […]
