The Decorative Concrete Hall of Fame is pleased to honor its inductees for 2015: Michael Murray and Chris Sullivan, and a posthumous induction for Michael Eastergard. The Hall of Fame will announce the group at the 2015 Concrete Decor Show.
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Iconic Concrete Building is a Brilliant Addition to OSU
Buildings don’t often sparkle like jewelry, but in the case of the chiller plant on the Ohio State University campus, it does just that, thanks to a highly polished RetroPlate finish and the application of dichroic glass.
Executing a Drainage Plan for Pool Decks
When taking the plunge into a pool construction or renovation project, don’t forget the stormwater drainage.
Crowning the Top Brawler at the Concrete Decor Show
The Concrete Decor Show held a Brawl in the Fall competition where seven preselected teams of decorative concrete professionals vied for a chance to win their part of $10,000 in cash and prizes, with the first-place team netting booty worth $5,000.
Should You Reseal Exterior Decorative Concrete?
Resealing exterior stamped concrete, stained concrete or decorative concrete is probably the most misunderstood and least-studied process in our industry. It has the potential to be a repeat revenue stream or a headache that never really goes away.
Bomanite’s Culture of Invention with Concrete
What is it with the San Francisco Bay area as a hotbed of technological and artistic invention and innovation? Is it the climate, the awe-inspiring Golden Gate coastal setting or the pioneer spirit that lives on in this land of dreams and promise?
Fashion Show Mall Gets Major Upgrade With Concrete Features
In a city where each new project shines brighter than the last, an old favorite is taking on a new sparkle.
Polishing Contractors Should Address Pour-Backs, Trenches and Cutouts
For both new construction and remodel projects, polishing contractors face similar issues when trying to get concrete not poured at the same time to aesthetically match. This is a major problem in the world of construction. From tile to epoxy, every other flooring material can easily cover the differences in […]
Shipping and Receiving Ramp Gets Concrete Makeover
As part of the Aagen Group’s renovation of its facilities in Houston, the Business Flooring Specialists refurbished the company’s shipping and receiving ramp. The ramp was showing wear and tear and also needed its traction improved — especially when it was wet.
Should You Seal Concrete Now or Hold Off for Warmer Days?
In my experience, sealer issues caused by cold weather don’t occur in the northern “cold climates” but rather in the more temperate or “shoulder” regions that have transition seasons. They also tend to happen in warm climates that may experience cold weather for only brief periods of time.
