Concrete Decor

How to Stamp Concrete at Walls and Corners

Stamping & Texturing Concrete Vol. 3 No. 6 - December/January 2004 by Concrete Decor Staff Comments are Disabled

Special mats and tools can be used to imprint the pattern or texture in these tight areas. Flexible (or floppy) mats typically have about half the weight of a regular mat and thus can be bent to get closer to the wall or corner.

Sealer keeps water out

Okon W-2 economically seals regular concrete block and other moderately porous surfaces such as old weathered brick and heavily textured stucco. Offering superior water repellent performance, it is formulated with a proprietary blend of the highest quality acrylic micro-emulsions and a silanesiloxane solution. The micro-emulsions penetrate the surface to establish […]

The Institute for American Craftsmanship

Vol. 3 No. 6 - December/January 2004 Training & Education by Rosemary Camozzi Comments are Disabled

A new training school in Oregon joins others around the country in promoting excellence in the trades.

Forging A Bond: An Overview of Bonding Agents in Decorative Concrete

Vol. 3 No. 5 - October/ November 2003 Concrete Placing by Jennifer G. Prokopy Comments are Disabled

Bonding agents are a widely debated family of products. Some concrete contractors will tell you they have a favorite bonding agent, one that they use almost exclusively. Others say they evaluate every job and develop a unique solution, drawing from a wide range of products. And there are some contractors who swear by the oldest bonding agent of them all, simply using a mixture of portland cement and water.

Concrete Countertops: When Are They the Right Choice for your Customer?

Vol. 3 No. 5 - October/ November 2003 Concrete Countertops by Susan M. Brimo-Cox Comments are Disabled

Concrete countertops are more than a trend. As more and more homeowners and designers specify concrete countertops in new homes and in remodeling projects, concrete is making a permanent place for itself as a material of choice for countertops across the country.

Benefits of Snow Melt Systems and Radiant Heat for Concrete

Building with Concrete Vol. 3 No. 5 - October/ November 2003 Concrete Placing by John Vastyan Comments are Disabled

There is a way to rein in the nuisance of dealing with snow and ice: by melting it away! Snow shovels, plows, blowers, salts and other chemicals… not required. By introducing your clients to this technology, you can help them have a stress-free, accident-free winter.

Embedding and Imprinting Objects in Concrete

Concrete Art Vol. 3 No. 5 - October/ November 2003 by Gail Elber Comments are Disabled

Whether it’s knick-knacks or corporate logos, embedding or imprinting objects into concrete gives an unmistakably addition to the home or business. Here are some tips on how to add this finishing touch to an interior or exterior project.

Shot Blasters and Concrete Surface Preparation

Tools & Equipment Vol. 3 No. 5 - October/ November 2003 Surface Preparation by John Strieder Comments are Disabled

A shot blaster is the tool of choice for concrete contractors when prepping a surface. Shot blasting gives the surface a rough profile so coatings and sealers will bond snugly with a floor.

Arcon, Las Vegas, Nevada: Innovative Leader in Decorative Concrete

Featured Contractor Vol. 3 No. 5 - October/ November 2003 by Denise Wendt Comments are Disabled

Arcon is an innovative industry leader of new technology in cementitious, decorative, architectural flooring. Using structural concrete and overlayment, the company has provided an alternate to tile, stone, asphalt, Kool Deck, terrazzo, marble and other hard-surface flooring materials on many different projects.

Manufacturer Profile: Stegmeier Corp.

Vol. 3 No. 5 - October/ November 2003 Special Features by David Thompson Comments are Disabled

A disposable foam form for cast in place concrete wall caps to be, creating cantilevered edges that look great but won’t bust the budget.

Contractors in need of custom wall caps typically choose between pre-cast concrete, which is elegant but pricey, or cinder block caps, which are — and look — a lot cheaper.