Floor protection isn’t a glamorous part of any project, and for years it had been a bit of an afterthought for many installers and architects – but not for David Harris. Driven by a desire to find that “just right” solution to his persistent jobsite floor protection challenges, he and […]
Author: Emily Dixon
Anti-Graffiti Coatings are Essential for Protecting Public Art
Drive through just about any town in America, and you’re likely to spot graffiti on the sides of buildings, railcars, retaining walls, bridges and the like. While it can be considered an artistic medium or a form of artistic expression, it can also be quite a nuisance depending on what […]
Edge of Perfection: Pool Coping That Combines Safety and Beauty
While a pool coping may seem like a small piece of an otherwise large project, it’s still a critical part of an install. No matter what type of pool material you use, and no matter what type of decking material you use, each pool project must include a coping. From […]
California Firefighters Memorial Renovation
The initial idea was a relatively common one: use concrete to replicate the look of stone. But as is often the case, this project design was not as simple as it seemed. The original design intent for the flatwork of the newly renovated California Firefighters Memorial in Sacramento, Calif. called […]
Afro-centric Labyrinth Springs Back to Life Thanks to Prosoco Products
After a decade enduring North Carolina’s harsh sunlight, the country’s first Afro-centric labyrinth has been revitalized by Daniel de Wit. It was originally created in Charlotte by Tom Schulz, a nationally recognized labyrinth designer. At the opening ceremony for a labyrinth Schulz had installed at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center […]
Duraamen Products Help Couple Catch the Concrete Bug
When Steve and Anne Cocklin remodeled their second story deck on their rural home in Maryland, they were left with a messy concrete patio underneath that became in need of a remodel itself. After unsuccessfully trying to hire a professional to do the job, they decided to take it on […]
Concrete Contractors’ Show-Stopping Showrooms
In today’s digital age, many contractors are increasingly using the Internet, social media and iPads to highlight their portfolios and suggest options to potential clients.
The Decorative Concrete Makeover at the Charlotte Rescue Mission
The notion that decorative concrete can change lives might seem like a bold idea, but it has never been so apparent than at the Charlotte Rescue Mission, the recipient of this year’s community makeover courtesy of the Concrete Decor Show.
Attractive Concrete Light-Rail Tracks that Discourage Pedestrians
Like any commercial building, the Charlotte Convention Center has a set of emergency exits that lead to the outside. However, the Convention Center had a unique problem in that its doors led towards the tracks for the Charlotte Light Rail.
A “Cracked-earth” Concrete Mezzanine Overlooks the Rainforest Habitat
Surely you’ve heard the phrase “concrete jungle,” but what about concrete in the jungle? In this case, the jungle is the Rainforest Habitat at Discovery Place, in uptown Charlotte. The exhibit boasts wildlife ranging from birds and reptiles to vegetation such as palms and epiphytes.