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.
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Color Shines in Prizewinning Stamped Concrete Project
The design for the project evolved during a couple of visits to the site and four or five different sketches for a two-tier patio, plus a lower seating area, on the Krepskys’ sloping yard.
An Alternative Perspective of White Cement From an Artist
Not everyone prefers white cement products over run-of-the-mill gray concrete when it comes to coloring.
Gloss Readings of Polished Concrete Help Your Finished Floors Shine
In our industry we are often asked: What’s the gloss on the floor? Or, did you hit the gloss readings that are in the specification?
Why Is My Integrally Colored Concrete the Wrong Color?
We just had a large stamped concrete patio completed, and we chose a light buff integral color with dark tan release powder. The resulting color of the concrete surface looks entirely different from the color we chose — it’s more like an antique rose color.
Basic Facts About Colloidal Silica Densifier
Colloidal silica was introduced as a concrete densifier many years ago, and it has proven itself a reliable tool for concrete polishers and others needing to harden or densify cured concrete surfaces. However, there is widespread confusion about what it is, and this confusion can lead to misinformation. This article attempts to bring some clarification.
The Acid Stain Looked Good at First… What Went Wrong?
We then washed the floor with soap and water and removed almost all of the color. The floor now looks spotty and ugly. Why did all the color come off, and what can I do to make it look like it did before I cleaned the floor?
How an Experienced Concrete Contractor Explains Color Options to Customers
I love color. Bright, vibrant, fun colors that pop. Deep, rich tones that soothe. Soft, gentle tones with minimal contrast. Thinking about color always leads to texture, mottling, layering, variegation or marbling. I cannot think of one instance when I would want a paintlike solid color on one of my projects. To me, color and depth go hand in hand.
Plaza Uses Decorative Concrete to Educate People About Water
Located in the East Bay District of Olympia — Washington’s capital city — the East Bay Public Plaza celebrates a theme of water stewardship with interactive water features that re-create natural shoreline, streambed and wetland areas.
Pouring Concrete with Acid Staining in Mind
When preparing a brand new concrete surface to be acid-stained, don’t take anything for granted. Every step of the new concrete pour contains elements that might affect the quality of your acid stain job.
