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Ohio Valley Concrete, led by industry-acclaimed expert Andy Bowman, recently announced a rebrand under the name Superflat Precision Concrete Solutions. Under the new brand, Superflat simultaneously launched a much-needed research and development division for the concrete industry. The company will focus on ongoing R&D initiatives in addition to its current […]
You’ve completely polished the concrete floor but the client wants more shine. Here are the things you’ll need to fulfill the task: High-speed propane burnisher – Ensure the machine is clean and dust free. Blow it out with an air compressor. Then clean an area of the shop floor. Next, […]
Part 2 of a random sampling of concrete countertop creativity continues to highlight the ingenuity of today’s decorative concrete artisans. Read on for an overview of three more projects: An arranged marriage It’s no secret that concrete and wood don’t make the best bedfellows. Nonetheless, with a little determination and […]
A random sampling of concrete countertops created across the country display the ingenuity of a cadre of today’s decorative concrete artisans. Read on for an overview of three projects: One up on granite Shane Moseley, a concrete artisan by trade, moonlights as a graphic artist in his spare time. So […]
Concrete Decor has made some great improvements this year that I’d like to share with you. In May we launched the new website, ConcreteDecor.net. The change included some big improvements. Among them is improved organization of our content so you can more quickly find what you’re looking for. Concrete Decor […]
With endless options, decorative concrete contractors often feel intimidated by what to create on video and how to get started. The ability to use videos to attract business is imperative in our ever-growing social media world. In this second part of a two-part article, you’ll learn about two more videos […]
There are many benefits associated with cleaning between diamond tool grits. These include: Always having a clean job site. It’s professional, more efficient, shows you care and gives the crew a morale boost! Allows for easier inspection. Inspecting the floor for random scratches between grits allows you to catch a […]
With social distance regulations in place, local home shows postponed, lunch-and-learns with architects, designers and construction companies practically gone, and the added consumer sensitivity to meet in person, there has never been a more crucial time than now for decorative concrete contractors to start using videos to attract business. While […]
Propane-powered burnishers, grinders, trowels, saws and generators are becoming more popular with contractors looking for better results in less time. Propane equipment provides increased power, endless runtime and portability. But carbon monoxide on propane equipment can cause issues. If contractors follow proper safety procedures, however, they can effectively use this […]
Back in 2017 Jim Sanguedolce got to the last page of his August/September issue of Concrete Decor and saw the Final Pour pictures of a custom stamped concrete dock. It looked like it was floating over a lake … and it made a lasting impression. Right then and there, the owner […]
