There is something that could be said about the connection between wine and the invention of a great idea.
This certainly holds true for Bob Harris, president of the Decorative Concrete Institute.
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Decorative Concrete Contractor is a Jack of All Trades
Decorative work is a growing part of this groundbreaking company, where business savvy meets design expertise.
Bringing Colorful Concrete to a Church Lobby
When Adobe Coatings of Mesa, Ariz., was brought in to create new concrete floors for Christ’s Greenfield Lutheran Church in Gilbert, Ariz., the original plan was to use acid stain for the entire project. One hitch: The 11,000-square-foot project included some balcony space.
This Concrete Stamp is No Cookie Cutter
Why would anyone spend thousands of dollars on Parisian cobblestone stamps? A flight to Paris and a hotel for the weekend, for both concrete contractor and client to share mutual experiences and gather ideas, would’ve been cheaper and the real deal!
Acid Stain Alternatives for Concrete
Three more ways to get the look of acid stain without the hassle.
Exposed Aggregate Faux Paver Effect on Concrete Recipes
Tempt the eye with a whole new batch of concrete color makers’ favorite designs and effects.
Using Unique and Uncommon Building Materials to Create a Durable and Attractive Concrete Floor
When New Leaf Community Markets decided to construct a new 20,000-square-foot location in Santa Cruz, Calif., the flooring was one feature the company wanted to be unique, durable and representative of the beach community in which the natural food store would be located.
Stain and Sealer in One by HP Spartacote
Many companies might have been satisfied with creating a successful coating system that has steadily gained in popularity. Wilmer Rowe, chief chemist of HP Spartacote LLC, is cut from a different cloth. Taking inspiration from some of the staining exhibits at World of Concrete, he began working toward creating stains that would integrate with HP Spartacote’s polyaspartics.
Considering the Liability of Building Green
Have you considered the liability implications of building green? All construction projects have risks associated with meeting specifications and staying on schedule, but green construction throws in some twists that you should be aware of going in.
Hot-Temperature Effects on Sealing Concrete
Heat is the universal catalyst. Apply heat and things tend to happen faster. Consider what happened the last time you accidentally grabbed a hot plate. I am sure your speed increased dramatically as you looked for a place to put the plate down. The same thing happens with sealers at the molecular level when the temperatures go up.
