Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 - Concrete Decor

Vol. 13 No. 5 – July 2013

Comparing Thick-Build Concrete Sealers to Thin-Build Concrete Sealers

Concrete Coatings Concrete Sealers Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Nick Dancer Comments are Disabled

The market for concrete sealers is vast and it seems that there is almost every imaginable way to protect and enhance concrete floors. For the purpose of this article we are going to discuss two options that involve a clear sealer.

The Three Stages of Grinding and Polishing Concrete Countertops

Concrete Polishing Concrete Countertops Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Jeffrey Girard, P.E. Comments are Disabled

Achieving a fine polished look in concrete countertops requires using progressively finer grits of diamond pads.

Artistry and Color Give Restaurant Its Visual Zest

Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Joe Maty Comments are Disabled

Spice 6, a fast-casual restaurant in Hyattsville, Md., serves up a zesty visual feast that complements its Chipotle-like “modern Indian” bill of fare.

Dos and Don’ts of Polishing Self-Leveling Overlays

Concrete Polishing Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Clif Rawlings Comments are Disabled

Self-leveling overlays that are polishable have been around for about years now, but only recently have they really gained traction in the retail and residential markets.

Troubleshooting Topically Colored Polished Concrete

Concrete Polishing Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Jennifer Faller Comments are Disabled

I was recently asked to troubleshoot issues on a polished concrete floor that failed to show vivid color, even after all the usual right steps were taken. It was “The Case of the Disappearing Color.”

Concrete Contractors’ Show-Stopping Showrooms

Business & Technology Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

In today’s digital age, many contractors are increasingly using the Internet, social media and iPads to highlight their portfolios and suggest options to potential clients.

Meeting the Demand for Crack Control in Stamped Concrete

Concrete Repair & Restoration Stamping & Texturing Concrete Concrete Maintenance Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Doug Carlton Comments are Disabled

Stamped concrete is the very foundation of decorative concrete industry. The ability to take concrete and add pattern and color separates you from your competition. This ability also increases a customer’s expectations. Simply put, most customers will not accept a random crack running through patterned concrete, nor should they.

Step by Step Guide to Tree and Root Construction with Sculptable Epoxies

Tips & How-Tos Vertical & Carved Concrete Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Mike Vernelson Comments are Disabled

In the world of theming, epoxy is still an underutilized tool for creating levels of detail and realism second to none. For example, Polygem Inc. has spent years developing its 307 series of epoxy among others that are custom-formulated for this exact type of work.

Innovative New Tools That Will Help the Polishing Contractor

Concrete Polishing Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Jim Cuviello Comments are Disabled

The concrete polishing industry has seen technical developments in abrasives, chemicals and equipment over the years. Most of these developments have led to polishing contractors increasing production and reducing job costs for increased profit.