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.
Vol. 13 No. 5 – July 2013
The Three Stages of Grinding and Polishing Concrete Countertops
Achieving a fine polished look in concrete countertops requires using progressively finer grits of diamond pads.
Artistry and Color Give Restaurant Its Visual Zest
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
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
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
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.
Six Ways to Make Sure More People Find Your Website
Remember the days when you could simply name your company “AAA Concrete” to ensure your business would appear first in the local directory? Those days are behind us. We now live in an era when “Google” is a verb.
Meeting the Demand for Crack Control in Stamped Concrete
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
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
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.
Recent
Lou Parous Named President and Chief Executive Officer of the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute
ASA’s 2024 Outstanding Shotcrete Project Awards
Sika Launches SikaWall-3000 Rapid Bond, a fast set adhesive for EIFS installation
ACI Launches Mentorship Program for Young Members
How Admixture Technology Enhances Decorative Concrete Performance
