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Concrete Restorations 2006
From indoor pools to backyard fountains, the winners of Concrete Decor's first annual Concrete Restoration contest gave faded concrete a new lease on life.
Sealer Trouble
New sealers compliant with VOC laws have contractors in cold sweats. With these tips, you can REALLY start breathing easier.
by Bart Sacco
A Prepper's Best Friend
Diamond grinding is a great way to polish, but these gems can scour and scarify, too.
by Steven H. Miller
Polishing: Tough Questions
Sure, polished concrete shines. But does it stand up to scrutiny? We take on the tough questions, from why to how much.
by John Strieder
Floating Concrete
Any finish starts with a float, and contractors have a range of options to choose from.
by Elizabeth Gillette
Acrylic Concrete Stains
Acrylic stains often replace acids — but even more intriguingly, the two can work together.
by Mike Dawson
Soy: An Alternative to Acid Stain
A manufacturer of eco-friendly products has created a soy-based concrete stain that represents more than just the opportunity to market a green building product.
by Mike Dawson
The First Concrete Countertop Conference
Our publisher talks about his trip to the Concrete Countertop Institute's first-ever countertop conference, in Raleigh, N.C.
by Bent Mikkelsen
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