There are as many techniques for layering stains as there are concrete artisans. Here are tips from some of the best in the trade.
Vol. 5 No. 2 – April/May 2005
Tapes for Concrete that Help with Layout, Cutting, Blasting
Trimtape Inc., a Georgia company, is unspooling several sticky options for concrete contractors.
Bon Tool Concrete Countertop Edge Forms offer Natural Look
If you’re looking to give your concrete countertop a natural edge, look no further than two new texture edge forms from Bon Tool Co. The forms, one stone and one seashell, were introduced in January. Both give a unique, natural-looking texture to the side of a bathroom or kitchen countertop.
The Concrete Countertop Institute is Focused on Education
The Concrete Countertop Institute (CCI) offers comprehensive education and resources for all aspects of concrete countertops. The Institute has recently added classes on creating cast-in-place countertops, marketing and selling countertops, and advanced sink fabrication.
Concrete Contractor Delivers Through Harsh Weather Conditions
Through snow, rain sleet and hail, this Cleveland contractor still delivered.
A Look at Chris Becker of Becker Architectural Concrete
Along with his focus on quality work, Chris Becker makes education a priority — for homeowners, builders, architects and landscape designers.
Concrete Training Seminar in North Yorkshire
Concrete Decor publisher Bent Mikkelsen reports on a training seminar in North Yorkshire
How You Can Grow Your Concrete Business Beyond Your Local Area
Veteran contractor Rick Smith shares his expertise on how you can grow your business beyond your local area.
Getting Started in the Business of Decorative Concrete Curbing
The market for residential curbing is growing by leaps and bounds. It can be a profitable niche for a concrete contractor.
Preventative Concrete Coatings Contractors Can Use to Avoid Graffiti
You can’t guarantee that taggers won’t mar your work, but there are protective coatings for graffiti removal you can use to make cleanup easier. A concrete contractor uses stains, washes, paint and textures to give a unique, personal touch to a bare concrete wall. A tagger uses graffiti to do […]
