Vol. 7 No. 4 – June/July 2007

A Close Encounter with Concrete: Michael Littlefield, Mélange Studio

A Close Encounter with Concrete: Michael Littlefield, Mélange Studio

Michael Littlefield founded Mlange Studio in 2006, so he could transition his business away from stamping and into interior applications, furniture and decor. Michael Littlefield’s first close encounter with concrete happened in the spring of 1980 when he was just 5 years old. His family was building a new house, […]

Choices in Fiber Reinforcement for Concrete

Fiber reinforcement protects concrete in two ways. Mainly, it minimizes cracking from plastic shrinkage that occurs as the concrete dries during the first 24 hours after placement. Also, it helps hold the concrete together if cracks develop after the concrete has hardened. Several types of fibers are available for decorative concrete applications.