Does size matter in the world of polished concrete? I have heard the arguments on both sides for why smaller or larger polishing machines are better, but ultimately it depends.
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Decorative Concrete Installed at the Southern Ute Cultural Center & Museum in Colorado
Decorative concrete played a role in the construction of a Native American landmark in Ignacio, Colo., that drew hundreds to its opening ceremony in May.
Integrally Colored, Exposed Aggregate, and Polished Concrete Hangar Floor
When Concord Aviation Property LLC wanted a polished aggregate surface for president Jack Roush’s private hangar at the Concord Regional Airport in Concord, N.C., they ultimately called upon the services of Eric Wayne Inc., a full- service commercial and residential concrete contractor with offices located in Davidson, N.C.
How To Make Colors Pop in a Concrete Dye-Densifier System
The introduction of dye into the polished concrete industry has expanded the market enormously. The business is brimming with potential. However, we still face the significant hurdle of maintaining the integrity of an exposed concrete polished floor while protecting the dye in it against staining and moisture travel.
Recipe: Adventures in Aggregate and Polished Concrete
Mild-mannered, terrazzoesque floor by day, photoluminescent phenomenon by night. This glow-in-the-dark effect can brighten up any surface.
Create Unique Designs by Seeding Concrete Floors
Place decorative aggregate by hand instead of mixing it in, and beauty is just a stone’s throw away.
Polished Concrete Floor Reflects Local Culture at Knight Museum
You’ve heard of Stonehenge, right? How about Carhenge? It’s an installation of half-buried cars, all laid out in a circular pattern that mimics the site’s much older and more famous cousin. The pocket of western Nebraska that includes Carhenge and the nearby town of Alliance can seem about as windblown and mystically alien as the legendary British Isles site itself.
Polished Concrete Gloss Testing: Think it Over Before You Commit
Polished concrete – how does one quantify it? Well, one direction that some installers, equipment makers and chemical densifier manufacturers have taken is to include gloss testing in their specifications. When used correctly, as an objective tool, gloss testing can help installers provide quantifiable evidence of their work.
Exposed Aggregate Faux Paver Effect on Concrete Recipes
Tempt the eye with a whole new batch of concrete color makers’ favorite designs and effects.
Cement, Aggregate and Reinforcement in Concrete Countertops
Countertop concrete is not your grandfather’s concrete. It requires new approaches to the basic elements of mix design and reinforcement. This in-depth look takes you inside the bag.
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