SSI (Silicone Specialties Inc.) has launched Bidcrete.com, which provides a free referral service to homeowners, business owners, or anyone who needs a decorative concrete contractor. Bidcrete.com services do not require a monthly or yearly subscription, nor do they charge contractors referral fees. Currently the service covers contractors in Texas, Louisiana […]
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How to Evaluate a Floor Before a Polished Concrete Bid
There are ways to evaluate a floor for polishing before quoting it. You will need to develop benchmarks (on test floors you’re currently polishing) before you can accurately predict how a future floor will polish and what densifier to use on the floor.
Vexcon redesigns website
Vexcon Chemicals has launched a new website that has been completely redesigned with improved navigation, content and tools. New resources include dedicated sections for technical and customer service where visitors will find a wealth of information about Vexcon products and services, as well as new tools such as a customizable […]
NewLook reduces standard colors
NewLook International Inc. will reduce its line of standard colors for Original Solid Color Stain and Enhancers to 20, effective Jan. 1, 2013. All original 80 colors will still be available by special order. A request will not be considered a color match since the formula is still available.
Bronze brackets from Federal Brace
Federal Brace is now offering antique bronze as a new finish in their line of steel and stainless steel countertop support brackets.
A self-cleaning masonry sealer
SelfClean Masonry Sealer is a new product developed by SelfClean that works in three ways to protect exterior masonry surfaces. First, it seals the surface and keeps stains from penetrating into the substrate. Second, it creates a thin water barrier on the surface, which lies underneath dirt and other contaminants, […]
Silo kit for backyard barbecues
Cheng Concrete has introduced a Silo Surround Form Kit. Designed by Fu-Tung Cheng, the Kit allows you to reuse one simple form to create four curved shapes. You assemble the shapes to wrap smoothly around a 22.5-inch standard grill. Sleek and stylish, Silo is also semipermanent. You can place Silo […]
Foundation Armor sells direct, launches new sealers and repair kits
Foundation Armor is now offering their product lines to individual contractors and homeowners. Now available in 1-gallon and 5-gallon sizes, Foundation Armor sealers are packaged to meet the needs of both small and large jobs. Foundation Armor has also added three new concrete sealers (Armor S1000, Armor S2000 and Armor […]
Z Counterform Contest Showcases Cast-in-place Countertop Styles
Concrete Countertop Solutions, the company that markets the Z Counterform forms as part of a patented system for cast-in-pace concrete countertops, held a photo contest earlier this fall to showcase the work of their professional and DIY customers. The company awarded cash and store credit to five winners.
A self-cleaning masonry sealer
SelfClean Masonry Sealer is a new product developed by SelfClean that works in three ways to protect exterior masonry surfaces. First, it seals the surface and keeps stains from penetrating into the substrate. Second, it creates a thin water barrier on the surface, which lies underneath dirt and other contaminants, […]