We have staining over stamping, stamping over overlay, stamped walls, stained walls. It’s crazy — who keeps raising the bar? The answer is THE MARKET. This explosion of decorative concrete is market-driven. Folks want it, and it’s more than just a fad. It must be a little overwhelming to contractors just entering this exciting business.
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Bayferrox C Pigment Granules Cut Down on Dust and Sticking
In its standard form, Bayferrox iron oxide pigment is a very fine, particle-sized powder. With Bayferrox C, the standard powder is compacted into an irregularly shaped granule. This is a cost-effective, low-dusting and free-flowing pigment that can be metered easily and accurately.
Concrete Countertop Reinforcement System
A carbon-fiber-reinforced, epoxy-resin-based grid design. It can be used in place of, or along with, steel wire mesh and light rebar. Unlike steel, carbon grid can be placed just below the finished surface.
PORTLAND CEMENT ASSOCIATION Team Concrete Honored for Excellence
Portland Cement Association and Team Concrete have been honored with an Award of Excellence by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). “Team Concrete: Building Community” was among 12 association programs recognized in the first round of judging in the 2004 Associations Advance America (AAA) Awards program. Team Concrete is […]
Unit keeps multiple rooms warm
The HotBox, from Mosebach Manufacturing Company, is a durable, portable industrial heater that is ideal for plaster and concrete curing applications. Unlike fuel-powered blasters that release moisture into the air, the electric-powered HotBox delivers a dry heat. The unit’s powerful blower circulates this dry air farther and faster, servicing multiple […]
NATIONAL READYMIXED CONCRETEASSOCIATION NRMCA certifies 1,000th driver
The Concrete Delivery Professional (CDP) certification program offered by the NRMCA recently passed a milestone when the 1,000th ready mixed concrete mixer-truck driver became certified under the program. More than 1,000 additional drivers are currently preparing for the certification exam. The program supplements a company’s existing driving training program and […]
Truck-bed toolbox rolls with ease
Slide Systems Rollerbox Professional makes loading, unloading and storage virtually effortless because it rolls on rails from cab to gate and back again. With its 300- pound load capacity and stiff .090" mill-finish body construction, the Rollerbox Professional can accommodate anything that’s needed to take to the job: pipe wrenches, […]
Sealer keeps water out
Okon W-1 Water Repellent Sealer lessens environmental erosion like dusting, chalking, cracking and spalling. When applied as directed, Okon W-1 will not change the natural appearance of concrete, masonry, stucco or plaster and can be used under or over painted surfaces. The product is designed as a one-coat system that […]
Kimble Mixer expands facilities
Kimble Mixer Company, a leading manufacturer of rear-discharge concrete mixers and supplier of replacement drums and rebuild services, recently completed a major expansion at both its mixer assembly and fabricating plants. Within the last year, Kimble has more than doubled its manufacturing and assembly space, added a Service Annex that […]
Tip: Using Concrete Sealers to Create Color Effects
On a project where different colors are desired, a simple solution is to use a solvent sealer in the darker field and a water-based sealer or a stand-alone wax (for interior projects) in the lighter field.