SpectraQuartz Colored Quartz is permanently pigmented high-purity quartz that provides color, texture and slip resistance to concrete floors and walls. SpectraQuartz is UV and chemical resistant and retains its color and hardness for years. Available in a wide range of standard colors and blends, SpectraQuartz is produced with environmentally friendly […]
Decorative Concrete Press Releases
All the latest decorative concrete press releases. Includes information on new product releases for decorative concrete contractors. Plus, openings and closings, mergers and partnerships. Additionally, press releases include industry trends, new standards, conferences and other news of interest to the decorative concrete industry.
Concrete Decor is the industry’s go-to source, so be sure to look here for all the breaking news and trends in the decorative concrete industry.
Repair epoxies from Mapei
Mapei has introduced four new epoxy products to aid contractors in making interior and exterior concrete repairs. Planibond AE, a nonsag epoxy anchoring gel, was developed with extreme bonding capabilities, allowing it to adhere to masonry, concrete, steel and other structural materials. Planibond CR 50 is a very low-viscosity injection […]
Cleaner takes out oil
The new eco-friendly Oil Eater cleaner and degreaser from Kafko International Ltd. eliminates the need for solvent or acid cleaners. Oil Eater quickly and safely gets rid of grease, oil and grime from concrete, asphalt, walls and tools. It is also ideal for pressurewashing and parts cleaning, and it will […]
Mold for fire rings
Verti-Crete has introduced a new mold for precasting fire rings with stone patterns. The mold produces a texture with no tie rods or blemishes, creating a realistic stone surface. The form is made of steel with a flat base and a steel cylinder. A polyurethane liner fits inside the cylinder […]
Blade features lower noise
Husqvarna Construction Products has developed a high-speed blade for the K 3000 Electric power-cutter series. Whether used dry or with the K 3000 Wet, the STE3 blade provides smooth cutting of construction materials such as hard brick and concrete. The STE3 combines the technology used to create the turbo segments […]
New tools from Buddy Rhodes are available online
Buddy Rhodes announced the launch of Buddy Rhodes Concrete Tools at the 2009 World of Concrete show. Now, there is a new e-commerce site for the line of tools. The tool line includes both wet and dry polishers, including an industry first detail polisher. The line is rounded out with […]
New epoxy primer
Stonhard Inc.’s new Green Concrete Primer can be installed over concrete as soon as five days after pouring. Green Concrete Primer, a twostep, epoxy-based priming system, is compatible with most Stonhard flooring and lining systems and only varies from system to system in the application process. Besides drastically speeding up […]
Three from Concrete Coatings
Concrete Coatings Inc. has introduced an alkali reactive stain called GemStain. Developed as an alternative to acid stain, GemStain gives concrete an aged mottled look without the use of acid. The stain has an accelerated reaction with concrete that creates a deep and brilliant color. It’s available in 10 standard […]
Anvil releases urethane sealer
Anvil Paints & Coatings has introduced its new 1800 Two-Part Water-Based Clear Urethane Concrete Sealer. The new Anvil 1800 is comparable to solvent-based systems, but without the intense odor or high VOC levels. The applicator can use the product during normal business hours and still get the benefits of the […]
Densifier from W.R. Meadows
W.R. Meadows Inc. has introduced Liqui-Hard Ultra concrete densifier and chemical hardener. The ready-to-use, colorless liquid hardens and dustproofs concrete at a molecular level. A properly finished surface boasts substantial improvement in abrasion and chemical resistance. Liqui-Hard Ultra will significantly improve durability as well as enhance sheen. As Liqui-Hard Ultra […]