Three easy test that can help monitor the amount of moisture remaining in a slab of concrete.
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Creating Unique Concrete Form Liners
From skate parks to highway barriers, concrete walls are taking on a new look. Rather than monstrous monoliths of flat concrete looming on the horizon, extraordinary three-dimensional creations are popping up in cities and suburbs, along highways and beaches, next to mountains and in deserts — as one-of-a-kind works of art.
Tips and Techniques for Stamping Concrete Overlays
Stamped overlays are a versatile solution for many flooring needs. Experts share their tips for success.
Black Concrete is Black… Or is it?
True or false? When using a black pigment to integrally color concrete, black is black and that’s that. Answer: Absolutely false. Black is widely used in the concrete industry. It can be mixed to darken other pigments, and it can be used alone to make light grays, dark grays or […]
Health and Safety Precautions While Working with Dry Portland Cement
Masks, gloves and goggles protect your body from the damaging effects of concrete dust and chemicals used in beautifying concrete.
Resolving Moisture Problems in Concrete
Don’t let moisture problems put a wet blanket on your concrete work. Here are some solutions.
Concrete Release Agents: Liquid or Powder?
If you want to impress gullible friends with the glamour and excitement of concrete contracting, tell them you work on a hands-on basis with “release agents.” Only you will know the truth. Release agents are NOT highly trained government operatives who negotiate the exchange of political prisoners. They’re just powders […]
A Concrete Contractor Who Has Taught the Basics of Concrete Around the World
From Cairo to Seoul, this contractor has taught the basics of concrete around the world. Michael Archambault was more than a casual contender. Back in the ’70s, before he was 25 years old, the sassy lad who grew up in San Diego had Houston by its concrete tail. He not only owned a Patterned Concrete Industries franchise but eventually bought out the mother company and served as president.
Manufacturer Profile: How Colormaker Floors does Concrete
Products and training from Colormaker will help you turn an ordinary floor into an artistic creation.
The Smart Chair to Hold Rebar in It’s Place Prior to Concrete Pour
Smart Chairs were designed by contractors for contractors. Constructed with recycled high-strength polypropylene plastic, the chairs are designed to support steel, eliminate wire ties and stop steel displacement.
