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The official blog of the 2011 Concrete Decor Show & Spring Training has posted four introductory presentations that were delivered at the design charrette held Nov. 15. Check them out – you might learn a little something. "Concrete Overlays and Micro-Toppings" was presented by SkimStone. "Decorative Stains and Clear Finishes" came from H&C Concrete […]
Under the tutelage of Ed Gruetzner, a decorative concrete practitioner and retired firefighter from New York City, and Michael Eastergard, owner of PreiTech Corp., a concrete form company, students from both MTSU and Chico State created a memorial to members of two companies of firefighters who were lost at the World Trade Center, Sept. 11, 2001.
Hilti’s new cordless SIW 18T-A CPC lithium ion hightorque impact wrench delivers more torque and packs impressive battery performance into a rugged, compact design for complete mobility. The impact mechanism incorporated in this Hilti tool has been finely tuned for maximum efficiency when fastening metal bolts, wood lag bolts and […]
Hyde Tools has released the Hyde 14-in-1 Multi-tool, which offers four screw bits in the handle plus 10 other common uses. Hyde’s newest tool combines the company’s trademark high-quality, lightweight design with a tool that can scrape paint, spread compound, clean rollers, remove putty, open cracks, set nails, scrape contours, […]
Lura Enterprises has released a new attachment for use with its Lightning Strike roller screed. The new Wall Walker is designed to hang off the top of a wall and adjust down in quarter-inch increments, allowing you to strike off a floor as far down as 54 inches. This will […]
A few colors of dye, some common butcher paper and a little creativity are all it takes to get this handsome mottled finish.
Tygar Manufacturing LLC is taking its best-selling curbing machine to new heights by introducing the nextgeneration Bengal curb machine, the TG1000 XL. The Bengal has been significantly enhanced to provide more strength and longevity, as well as new choices in curb shapes. Improvements include an integrated cabling system, a new […]
Mild-mannered, terrazzoesque floor by day, photoluminescent phenomenon by night. This glow-in-the-dark effect can brighten up any surface.
Ideal for distressed floors with lots of cracks, pits, chips or gouges, this versatile technique can be used to turn a fixer-upper into a masterpiece.
NewLook International Inc. has unveiled its new NanoSet Polishing System. The comprehensive system includes NanoSet Densifier, NanoSet Protector and NanoSet Cleaner. The NanoSet Densifier is a sustainable blend of inorganic polymers that densify and strengthen the structural integrity of concrete up to 1/4 inch. Its technologically advanced, water-based formula with […]
