To get the look, Ralston scattered rock salt here and there on the fresh pour, along with drops of retardant. Photo courtesy of Simple Solutions/Salt Roller Inc. Tom Ralston, president of Tom Ralston Concrete, Santa Cruz, Calif., has a client who requested worn, craggy-looking concrete for his bathroom, fireplace and […]
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PowerGloss polishing pads from Amano Pioneer Eclipse
Amano Pioneer Eclipse has introduced PowerGloss polishing pads as part of its concrete floor maintenance system. Though PowerGloss pads resemble common cleaning or stripping pads, their innovative design includes strategically placed diamondimpregnated pucks that effectively polish concrete floor surfaces.
American Polymer announces new countertop sealer
For nearly 20 years, American Polymer has been making a name for itself in the graffiti abatement industry. Its new countertop sealant, Amperseal, is putting those years of experience at the service of decorative concrete professionals.
Scofield Introduces New Solachrome High-SRI Topping
L.M. Scofield Co. has added Solachrome High-SRI Topping to its line of Solachrome High-SRI Concrete Coloring Systems. The topping is designed to provide a heat-reflective surface to exterior concrete.
High-Performance Mix Design — Understanding GFRC Mixes
GFRC is a combination of fine aggregate, cement, water, polymer, chemical admixtures and glass fiber. The key to GFRC is the glass-fiber reinforcement. The fibers take the place of steel in a wet-cast mix. They allow GFRC to develop much higher flexural strengths than typical wet-cast concrete, allowing you to cast thinner, lighter sections and pieces.
Recipes: Stamping & Texturing Concrete
Three unique looks achieved by seasoned veterans with stamping and texturing tools – an authentic travertine tile look, a cobblestone finish and a patio with hand-tooled brick.
Proper Preparation Helps Concrete Overlays Stay Strong
The decorative overlay industry has grown exponentially over the last 10 years, and so has the number of failures and problems related to overlay installations.
Nebraska’s own Todd Rose Decorative Concrete Inc.
Only a couple of years old, this upstart is already attracting attention to its colorful work in the Cornhusker State.
Lead Bricks and Black Holes: Weight and Scale
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Countertops Over Oceanside
The Montego is a three-story condominium building in Oceanside, Calif., that offers roof access for its residents to relax or entertain. The building is a couple of blocks from Oceanside Pier, so the rooftop overlooks the beach. Sounds idyllic, right?