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How to Take Jobs Beyond Decorative Concrete

Business & Technology Vol. 15 No. 6 - August/September 2015 by Karen Keyes Comments are Disabled

The phrase “decorative concrete” means many things. Depending on your operation, it may mean specializing in one facet, such as concrete countertops, or it may mean everything from stamped concrete to polished concrete.

The Art of a Successful Concrete Business Rebranding Campaign

Business & Technology Vol. 15 No. 6 - August/September 2015 by Erik Pisor Comments are Disabled

Like people, businesses often need a reset of sorts to re-energize and better position themselves for the future. For concrete contractors and suppliers, rebranding their company name or product logo can provide this fresh start.

Rubber Safety Surfacing Offers Color, Comfort and Security

Concrete Repair & Restoration Vol. 14 No. 3 - April 2014 by Stacey Enesey Klemenc Comments are Disabled

Across the country, safety surfacing products are gaining in popularity as more people discover that rubber and rubber-like granules not only feel good under the feet and cushion a fall but can also look good, too.

Acid Stained Concrete Proves Fruitful for Concrete Artisan

Featured Contractor Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 14 No. 3 - April 2014 by Gail Elber Comments are Disabled

Over her 22-year career, Victoria Simpson Collins’ talent for acid staining has created a niche she hopes to occupy for a long time to come.

“It’s hard for people to understand why a ‘girl’ would be interested in concrete work,” she says.

Compatibility Issues Between Stained Concrete and Salt Chlorinated Swimming Pools

Outdoor Spaces Concrete Repair & Restoration Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 14 No. 2 - February/March 2014 by Steven H. Miller, CDT Comments are Disabled

Scott Cohen, artisan and construction defect expert witness, whose company The Green Scene makes decorative backyards and pools in Southern California, has observed problems around salt-chlorinated pools too, but he is far from certain that all salt pools are problematic.

Ten Tips For Setting Up a Concrete Countertop Fabrication Business

Tips & How-Tos Business & Technology Concrete Countertops Counter Culture - Spring 2010 by Concrete Decor Staff Comments are Disabled

Getting started in concrete fabrication can be overwhelming. Here are 10 solid pieces of advice that veterans from across the country have for artisans who are setting up shop.

Maintaining Color Consistency in Large Decorative Pours

Concrete Placing Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 12 No. 1 - January 2012 by Keith Boudart Comments are Disabled

Have you ever gotten that early-morning or late-night call from an unhappy owner telling you that the color is lighter than they wanted … or darker … or does not match from one pour to the next? If you haven’t been on the receiving end of one of those calls, good for you! If you have, then you know what we are talking about.

Attractive Concrete Light-Rail Tracks that Discourage Pedestrians

Stamping & Texturing Concrete Vol. 13 No. 2 - February/March 2013 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

Like any commercial building, the Charlotte Convention Center has a set of emergency exits that lead to the outside. However, the Convention Center had a unique problem in that its doors led towards the tracks for the Charlotte Light Rail.

The winners’ circle

Decorative Concrete Press Releases Events & Recognition by Concrete Decor Staff Comments are Disabled

Twenty-seven concrete and masonry products were honored at the third annual “Most Innovative Product” awards program, held at the 2005 World of Concrete in Las Vegas. Awards were issued in 17 categories, with an Attendees’ Choice and Experts’ Choice winner in each category.

Choices in Fiber Reinforcement for Concrete

Technology Building with Concrete Concrete Furniture Vol. 7 No. 4 - June/July 2007 by Loretta Hall Comments are Disabled

Fiber reinforcement protects concrete in two ways. Mainly, it minimizes cracking from plastic shrinkage that occurs as the concrete dries during the first 24 hours after placement. Also, it helps hold the concrete together if cracks develop after the concrete has hardened. Several types of fibers are available for decorative concrete applications.

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How to Take Jobs Beyond Decorative Concrete

The Art of a Successful Concrete Business Rebranding Campaign

Rubber Safety Surfacing Offers Color, Comfort and Security

Acid Stained Concrete Proves Fruitful for Concrete Artisan

Compatibility Issues Between Stained Concrete and Salt Chlorinated Swimming Pools

Ten Tips For Setting Up a Concrete Countertop Fabrication Business

Maintaining Color Consistency in Large Decorative Pours

Attractive Concrete Light-Rail Tracks that Discourage Pedestrians

The winners’ circle

Choices in Fiber Reinforcement for Concrete

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