These are exciting times in the life of the decorative concrete industry. The economy is strong and job opportunities are abundant. Because decorative concrete includes applications for both new and existing concrete — in addition to applications that constantly challenge traditional building solutions — there are no less than a […]
Vol. 19 No. 5 – July 2019
Concrete Contractor’s Guide to Getting Paid
Not getting paid is every contractor’s worst nightmare. Most will agree, there’s nothing more frustrating than not getting paid the amount you duly earned. Check out this Concrete Contractor’s Guide to Getting Paid, and you will ensure you are covered in all circumstances. There are plenty of reasons why some […]
Explore the Many Uses of Polyurea for Concrete Polishing Projects
As polished concrete has increased in popularity, there has been a tremendous number of innovative products brought to the market to help meet customer expectations. One very important product is polyurea. It’s a two-part liquid-applied product that sets up quickly, gets hard enough to polish. This product comes in a […]
Placing Decorative Concrete in Warm Weather
Most of the country is still shaking off the effects of a long cold winter followed by a wet spring. Eventually the temperature will rise, and the long hot days of summer will be upon us. With that in mind now would be a good time to review warm weather practices.
Why Choose a Pump for Large Vertical Concrete Jobs
While hand-mudding vertical concrete projects is the preferred method for getting a working surface ready to be shaped and carved, for bigger jobs it’s not necessarily efficient.
Enter a spray system.
Roosters Brewery’s Urethane Cement Floor Made to Last
Through what Laticrete channel manager Jeff Bonkiewicz labels “connections,” a diverse group of Spartacote resinous flooring and Laticrete salesmen, company representatives and contractors teamed up to install a 13,000-square-foot floor using urethane cement for a new craft beer facility in Ogden, Utah. The project, led by Troy Wicks, Laticrete’s national […]
Use of Vertical Concrete is on the Rise
Looking for a way to expand your business’ offerings or add a little more creativity to your life? Either way, the vertical surfaces market may be for you.
Brightly Colored Concrete Sculptures a First for Fabricator
“Three Concrete Sculptures,” recently on exhibit in Kayne Griffin Corcoran gallery’s courtyard in Los Angeles, marked fabricator Rob Lan’s maiden voyage into decorative concrete.
Decorative Concrete LIVE! 2020 to Feature Crafting Cityscapes
The fourth annual Decorative Concrete LIVE! will continue to showcase innovative construction applications for residential and commercial contractors at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas Feb. 4-7, 2020.