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Three heads are better than one
The new Blastrac BMG 435 grinder and polisher is a three-headed planetary machine designed for multi-purpose use on concrete, terrazzo, natural stone and wood surfaces. On concrete, the BMG 435 cleans and prepares the surface, levels uneven areas, removes coatings, cleans glues and mastics, and polishes. On terrazzo and natural […]
Versatile products meet new standards
Even after the new phase of the South Coast Air Quality Management Districts Rule 1113 goes into effect on July 1, Versatile Building Products will meet the VOC requirements in rollable coatings for industrial, retail, and residential floors. The new SCAQMD maximum VOC for industrial coatings is 100 grams of […]
Natural concrete stains
New from Eco Safety Products, ECO ProCote Natural Soy Penetrating Concrete Stain is an environmentally safe, semitransparent, architectural concrete stain made from bio-based soy esters. The product was developed to meet several federally imposed initiatives and can be used for porous vertical and horizontal surface applications. The ECO ProCote is […]
Like a box of chocolates
American Specialty Glass Inc. is offering a free Terrazzo and Landscape Glass Sampler Kit, shaped like a box of chocolates. The inedible 9-inch by 12-inch box contains 24 different colors of #1 genuine glass chips; six packets of Fines and 00 sizes, including silica sand substitute; four landscape color mixes […]
Jump in! Perfecting the Decorative Concrete Pool Deck
Beyond the beauty of its surface, a well-made pool deck can keep your customers cool and safe.
What is the Right Amount of Reinforcement for a Concrete Countertop
Reinforce your knowledge and make structurally strong concrete countertops.
Using Concrete Countertops as Beams: Where the Stresses Occur
A beam is a horizontal structural member that spans some open space and is supported near the ends. The beam can then support some weight placed on top of it somewhere between the end supports. A floor joist is a beam. Concrete countertops are also beams.
Rich Redwood Colored Concrete Stain Bring Health Village to Life
Is it redwood or is it concrete? A Sacramento contractor creates a Native American health center with reactive-stained walls
Going Vertical with Reactive Concrete Stains
Discover why vertical staining is catching on despite some application challenges.
