Concrete Coatings

Coatings are liquid or semi-liquid mixtures applied to cured concrete to make it more aesthetically pleasing, improve its durability, boost its longevity and/or reduce upkeep and repairs.

Treating Concrete with Densifiers Increases Compressive and Tensile Strength

Concrete Coatings Vol. 5 No. 4 - August/September 2005 by Susan M. Brimo-Cox Comments are Disabled

Treating concrete with densifiers increases compressive and tensile strength while adding moisture- and abrasion-resistance.

Restoring Swimming Pool Decks with an Artistic Flair

Concrete Coatings Vol. 4 No. 3 - June/July 2004 by David Thompson Comments are Disabled

When Chris McMahon sets out to rehabilitate a worn-out pool deck, he’s not satisfied with merely jazzing up the old slab. He likes to reinvent the entire swimming pool environment, using color, texture and elevation.

Meld releases surfacing material

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Meld USA Inc. has released Micro, a cement based eco-sensitive surfacing material comprised of up to 74-percent recycled materials. Micro qualifies for potential LEED credits within the MR 4 and MR 5 categories. Like all Meld materials, Micro utilizes an integral fiber component that not only increases the structural integrity […]

Eco-friendly sealer from Green Umbrella

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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 broom-finished, porous and consolidated concrete surfaces, improving slip and abrasion resistance. When properly applied, the microfilm forms a breathable, […]

Graffiti Shield Coating at Quest

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Quest Building Products is now offering its newest product for graffiti defense. The product is called Graffiti Shield. Graffiti Shield from Kretus is a two-component hybrid polymer. This product does not allow graffiti to adhere to it. It is as easy to apply as any paint. You can either roll […]