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Concrete Decor, Vol 5, No 4

Contents

August/September 2005
Vol. 5 No. 4
Issue No. 24

On the Cover: Underneath this unusual fireplace is one made of ordinary cinderblock and brick... The project was done by Vince Schrementi, owner of Everlast Concrete, a Bomanite franchise partner in Steger, Ill.

Features

 

 

Consider This
“We’re going to be losing the traditional terracottas, tans and browns which are so commonplace these days. People want more color selection. They don’t want to be limited to six or eight colors. They want to see the colors that are in the magazines on their concrete floors.”

— Brian Vicari
See Contractor Profile.

 

 

Countertop Molds
Wood? Melamine? Formica? Steel? Experienced artisans share their preferences for form materials.
by Amy Johnson

Vertical Overlays
Owners of commercial and retail establishments are discovering the benefits of beautiful, easy-to-clean concrete walls.
by Mike Dawson

Densifiers
Treating concrete with densifiers increases compressive and tensile strength while adding moisture- and abrasion-resistance.
by Susan Brimo-Cox

Art in Public Places
An artist and a decorative concrete contractor team up to get grants for work in publicly funded building projects.
by Steven Ochs

Removing Stains from Concrete
Many decorative jobs require cleaning up an existing slab. Here’s a look at products that get rid of paint, rust, adhesives or grease..
by John Strieder

Countertop Contest Results!
Check out the beautiful countertops made using Tech Fab’s C-Grid reinforcement.

Your Best Investment: Customer Service
Referrals from satisfied customers will propel you to the top.
by Richard Nutthall

Departments

Artisan in Concrete

Lokahi Stone
The Concrete Colorist
 

Contractor Profile: The Concrete Colorist
For artisan Brian Vicari, concrete offers boundless opportunities for color and design.
by Stacey Enesey Klemenc

New Technology: Titanium Dioxide
This photocatalyst reacts to light and breaks down dirt, mold and pollution. It keeps concrete clean and cleans up the air at the same time!.
by Michael Chusid

Manufacturer Profile: Bomanite Corporation
Bomanite Corp. manufactures decorative concrete products and licenses the contractors who install them. It’s a sure recipe for consistent quality.

Tooling: Plate Compactors and Rammers

Project Profile: Waterfront Walkway
A decorative concrete contractor saves the day!

Final Pour: Every man’s home is his castle, but how many can say that about their supply house?

Decorative Concrete Tips — see Tips Directory
Industry News
Industry Spotlight — Association News
Product News
Product Profiles
Publisher's Letter

Decorative Concrete Training Directory for training opportunities in your area. Watch this exclusive directory grow over the coming weeks as more and more businesses participate!

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