Tempt the eye with a whole new batch of concrete color makers’ favorite designs and effects.
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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.
Flatwork Forms For Placing Concrete
An overview of some of the different forms on the market and which might be the best options for your project.
The Rising Popularity of Custom Concrete Pool Decks
When offered the chance to help customers relax with cool pool designs, these veteran design crews dove right in.
Concrete Saws for the Job Site
An overview of the different concrete saws on the market and which might be the best fit for your job.
2009 Concrete Countertop Design Competition Award Winners
Take a closer look a the winning designs of the 2009 Concrete Counterop Design Competiton.
A big thank you to our sponsors, Preitech, Concrete Countertop Institute, Cimarron and Alpha Professional Tools.
Working Roman Aqueduct Built in Homeowners Backyard
This working Roman aqueduct, completed in the fall of 2005 for a home in Dove Canyon, Calif., wasn’t built in a day.
