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New from W. R. Meadows comes Ultrite Coating Remover, a soy gel that effectively lifts a wide range of one-part topical coatings, such as sealers, acrylics, urethanes, latexes and lacquers, etc. from a variety of surfaces including concrete, masonry, wood, and metal. Ultrite Coating Remover can remove multiple layers in one application without vigorous scrubbing.
Chemical surfactants such as Prosoco’s Consolideck First Cut and KickStart Clarity Enhancer from Curecrete Distribution’s Retroplate System can boost productivity and improve results in the early grind stages of concrete polishing projects. David Stratton, president of Pacific Decorative Concrete in Sacramento, says there are two main reasons contractors use such […]
The third annual Decorative Concrete LIVE! continues to showcase innovative construction applications for residential and retail at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas Jan. 22-25, 2019
The American Rental Association (ARA), for the second quarter in a row, is projecting larger increases in revenue almost across the board for the equipment and event rental industry than it did in the previous five-year forecast released in May.
Preparing concrete correctly before applying a coating helps to ensure the coating’s success. Contractors must carefully evaluate the substrate and its condition to determine what cleaner or degreaser is needed for cleaning concrete. They must also take care in how to properly apply it. “The objective in preparation is to […]
Allergy Standards Limited (ASL), the International standards and Certification Body (CB) for allergy labeling, today announced that EasyCare Ultra Premium Acrylic Latex Paint by True Value Company has passed the relevant Certification Standards.
Manual concrete chipping can be a dusty, noisy endeavor that subjects workers to risks of injury and illness. When extensive overhead hammering is required on a job, such was the case when Western Specialty Contractors – Springfield, Illinois branch restored the City of Springfield’s Municipal parking garage recently, the strain on the body can be even greater.
I admit I’ve been rigid in my thinking about this decorative concrete industry. I know I’m repeating myself, but it’s important to note that I’m a tradesman first. Publishing Concrete Decor magazine came later in life.
The American Concrete Institute announces that the Ohio Building Code now references ACI 562 code requirements for assessment repair and rehabilitation of existing concrete structures.
According to a recent industry report, growth in radiant heating sales in the first quarter of this year was largely driven by sales of floor heating cables.
