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On the Cover:
Workers from Delta Sand & Gravel Co. of Eugene, Ore., place concrete that was integrally colored with L.M. Scofield Co's Coral Red. They are laying a slab for an outdoor patio at a Panda Express restaurant in Eugene.
Photo by Wendy Ardolino
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Artisan in Concrete
J&M Lifestyles, Randolph, N.J.
With a history in decorative concrete stretching back to the 1930s,
J&M Lifestyles brings generations of experience and expertise to
all of its projects.
by Erin F. Ansley
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Project Profile
The Brick on Trosper, Tumwater, Wash.
A job that began with a mere 80 square feet of overlay snowballed into a decorative concrete transformation — complete with faux hollow tree — for this restaurant and bar.
by Mike Dawson
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Feature
The Science of Concrete Mixes
Using a little bit of research, a dash of cunning and a lot of
experimentation, developing your own mix designs can save you
from many decorative concrete pitfalls.
by Christina Camara
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Feature
Water-based Stains: Will They Last?
Benefits of water-based stains are abundant: low VOCs, easy
application, brilliant colors. But before you start staining, you
need to know how they work and how to preserve them.
by Amy Johnson
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Carlton’s Corner
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True Grit: Thoughts on Polishing
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Business Strategies
Product Profile
Trowel & Error
Tools
Final Pour
Other Departments
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