Emily Dixon, Author at Concrete Decor

Author: Emily Dixon

Concrete Contractors’ Show-Stopping Showrooms

Business & Technology Vol. 13 No. 5 - July 2013 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

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.

A “Cracked-earth” Concrete Mezzanine Overlooks the Rainforest Habitat

Stamping & Texturing Concrete Concrete Overlays & Toppings Vol. 13 No. 2 - February/March 2013 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

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.

Historical Museum Enhanced by Three Unique Concrete Floor Treatments

Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 13 No. 2 - February/March 2013 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

Putting down a beautiful concrete museum floor that doesn’t distract from the artwork is, well, creating a work of art in its own right.

Attractive Concrete Light-Rail Tracks that Discourage Pedestrians

Stamping & Texturing Concrete Vol. 13 No. 2 - February/March 2013 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

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.

The Colorspreader from Triple Hard Tools Helps Contractors Stay Safe

Tools & Equipment Safety Concrete Placing Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 12 No. 7 - October 2012 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

Until now, contractors have thrown shake-on color hardener onto concrete mainly by hand. It’s tradition, and contractors love tradition. But by its nature, throwing the color can be inefficient, wasteful, and expose workers to possible health risks associated with inhaling airborne silicates.

Control Finish, from Fritz-Pak Corp.

Concrete Placing Vol. 12 No. 6 - August/September 2012 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

Exterior decorative concrete projects lend themselves well to areas of the country with warm, dry climates where the client can enjoy their outdoor space year-round. Unfortunately warm temperatures can also impact the workability of concrete.

The front entrance of Say Si with a carved water feature and stamped patio with fiber optics.

Decorative Concrete Makeover at SAY Sí Earns a Resounding ‘Yes!’

Events & Recognition Training & Education Concrete Placing Vol. 12 No. 3 - April 2012 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

Transforming more than 5,500 square feet of flooring surfaces, creating a vertical sculpture and constructing a waterfall is no small task, especially when the majority of the work is done over just two days. However, that’s exactly what happened at SAY Sí, a teen art center in San Antonio, Texas. […]

Concrete Dinosaur Makes Big Impression at Concrete Decor Show

Events & Recognition Vertical & Carved Concrete Vol. 12 No. 3 - April 2012 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

Artisans Thom Hunt and Mark Whitten led the effort to construct, sculpt and color the ginormous dinosaur. The life-size replica spans 30 feet from nose to tail and is 13 1/2 feet tall.

Concrete overlay in sea blue by Butterfield Color guides visitors to the entrance of an after school program in San Antonio, Texas.

Concrete Overlay with Hand Painted Flora at SAY Sí’s Front Entrance

Stamping & Texturing Concrete Events & Recognition Concrete Overlays & Toppings Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 12 No. 2 - February/March 2012 by Emily Dixon Comments are Disabled

In preparation for the 2012 Concrete Decor Show in San Antonio, Texas, show coordinators, manufacturers, contractors, trainers and distributors met last September to brainstorm ideas for hands-on workshop possibilities. While touring the headquarters of SAY Sí, an award-winning nonprofit youth arts organization where the workshops are to be held, Trevor […]