In the 1990s, when concrete polishing took off in the United States, silicate hardener/densifiers were rarely used. Now, a concrete floor is not considered properly polished if densifier has not been applied to rejection.
Author: Concrete Decor Staff
Automated spray system from Fas-Trak Industries
Fas-Trak Industries has released the Ultra-Spray, an automated spray system that is fully pressurized and designed to save both time and labor dollars. The Ultra- Spray can be used for a number of applications, including curing and sealing compounds, form treatments, finish coats, emulsifiers, dyes and stains. It is ideal […]
Green Umbrella debuts sealer
Green Umbrella is releasing Green Umbrella Outdoor Microfilm, an environmentally friendly hybrid surface treatment that creates a durable microthin layer to seal concrete floors. Green Umbrella Outdoor Microfilm is perfect for broomfinished, porous and consolidated concrete surfaces, improving slip and abrasion resistance. When properly applied, the microfilm forms a breathable, […]
Arizona Polymer releases Castorcrete urethane mortar
Arizona Polymer Flooring has introduced their latest innovative product line, Castorcrete. Castorcrete is a heavy-duty, thermalshock- resistant urethane mortar that is designed to resurface moderately deteriorated concrete and withstands extreme physical and chemical abuse. Castorcrete provides an unmatched level of performance in both durability and ease of use, giving contractors […]
New Bello Imperial flooring system from Engrave-A-Crete
Engrave-A-Crete Inc. has added the Bello Imperial Flooring system to its line of products. The Bello Imperial system is a pigmented epoxy flooring system that delivers a highly polished floor. The finished surface can be marbleized or made to look like authentic polished granite, and it can either be used […]
Easy to use SpiderLath a Metal Lath Alternative
If you apply vertical concrete, carve concrete walls or create cast pieces, sooner or later you may have to face a painful truth: Traditional metal lath can be troublesome.
NewLook hires Midwest territory reps
NewLook International Inc. has hired Specrete-IP Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio, to support and manage its Midwest territory. Specrete is a team comprised of John Anderson and Bill Wittlinger, highly qualified sales representatives with extensive experience in the building materials and decorative concrete industry. Specrete will be primarily supporting customers in […]
Hand tile cutter from DeWalt
DeWalt has introduced a 4 3/8-inch Wet and Dry Hand Tile Cutter (DWC860W), a portable saw designed to handle a variety of cuts in stones, tile ceramics and other materials. Ideal for tile installers, pavers, remodelers and masonry and concrete professionals, the DWC860W has the versatility contractors demand with its […]
Regional sales manager joins Aztec
Aztec Products Inc. has hired Mike Chiango as regional sales manager. His focus will be on growing his territory with large building-maintenance contractors, janitorial companies and a select group of product distributors. His region includes New York, New Jersey and Illinois. ? www.aztecproducts.com
Cemstone adds safety/environmental coordinator
Cemstone has hired Patrick Murphy as its safety/environmental coordinator. Murphy will help manage safety and environmental program initiatives. Key responsibilities will include conducting environmental and safety inspections at Cemstone plants and mining sites, as well as satisfying compliance and reporting requirements using best management practices. Murphy will update storm-water pollution […]







