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How Joining Forces with Other Construction Companies Can Boost Your Bottom Line

You basically have two ways to make more money in decorative concrete — you can increase sales or reduce the cost of doing business. Businesses in times like these have a tendency to become paralyzed when becoming proactive would be the best option. One good way to become proactive is to consider a team approach.

Sink Molds, Edge Detail Molds, Tools and Fiber Optics for Concrete Countertops from Infinicrete

For the past three years, decorative concrete artisan Jeff Kudrick has been developing his own sink and countertop molds and decorative concrete tools under the brand name Infinicrete, using them regularly in high-profile projects and distributing them through manufacturing companies Cheng Concrete and SureCrete Design Products.

Temporary Concrete Gig Turned Into Lifelong Career for This Artisan

When Shawn Halverson first tried his hand at concrete installation, he didn’t intend to make it his livelihood. He got into structural concrete in high school after meeting a contractor who was working on a house for Halverson’s parents, and at the time, he viewed the job as a temporary gig.

Located along "The Walk" of Dubai's Jumeirah Beach Residence, the BoHouse Café gives off an artsy vibe with its eclectic crowd and creative dishes, and the restaurant's decor is right in line.

Epoxy Floors in BoHouse Café Match the Artsy Vibe of the Restaurant

The BoHouse Café’s floor decals echo the restaurant’s playful, artistic vibe. The work of Preferred Specialist Services LLC, a Dubai-based floor installation company and Elite Crete products distributor, is nothing short of whimsical. Take this example: At the Dubai offices of candy manufacturer Mars Inc., the company embedded Snickers bar […]

Books from tilt-up association

The Tilt-Up Concrete Association has made available a superintendent’s job logbook for members. The book allows superintendents to keep records for American Concrete Institute and TCA certification programs and track education and seminar attendance, work experience, personal awards, supplier information and emergency numbers. Conversion tables and safety checklists are included. […]