A super-simple application technique that achieves a classic old-world finish, inspired by the multihued patina found in the palaces and cathedrals of Europe
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Recipe: Iron Giant with Acid Stain
Using iron shavings to alter the reaction of the stains, this recipe is ideal if you’re after dramatic patterns and bold swirls of color.
Cheng debuts new type of fiber-reinforced concrete
Cheng Concrete has introduced a groundbreaking suite of NeoMix D-FRC Products that yield ultra-thin, highstrength decorative precast concrete with precision results. D-FRC (decorative fiber-reinforced concrete) is user-friendly, reduces production time and is virtually error-proof. With D-FRC Advanced Technology, the only ingredients are bag, bottle, water and mix. There is much […]
Don’t Get Burned: Safety While Using UV-Cured Concrete Coatings
First and foremost, using ultraviolet curing equipment for concrete coatings requires diligent safety practices. Compare it to "a welder’s flash on steroids." Sunglasses and long-sleeved shirts are not enough. UV emitted by curing equipment can be many times brighter than the sun.
The Church of Decorative Concrete
Many of history’s most beautiful works of art were created for places of worship. These days, decorative concrete is doing its part to beautify churches across the country.
Concrete Memories Brought to Life by the Concretist
Mike Miller reminicses about the times he was asked to help complete a complex concrete projects from his past.
Concrete Mixers are Perfect for Mixing Small Batches
As you know, there are plenty of situations when you mix your own concrete rather than having it delivered from the ready-mix plant. Whether you are proposing stain, exposed aggregate or stamped concrete, a mixer is a great option for creating samples.
Radial Concrete Stamps Have Come Full Circle
Radial stamps, multipiece tools that create circular and curved patterns, have earned stamp manufacturers a round of applause.
Concrete Stenciling and
Flattooing for the Kids
Coping with midday desert heat, Glendale, Ariz., company Excalibur Designs in Concrete recently donated its time and labor to complete a decorative Flattoo project for Dos Rios Elementary School.
Universal Super Dyes and Super Colors from Clemons Concrete Coatings
Super Dye is a liquid concentrate, not a powder dye. The Super product is packaged as an 8-ounce concentrated liquid that is mixed with a gallon of water or acetone. Give the mixture a quick stir, and it’s ready to apply to the concrete floor without having to wait for the dye to sweat in.
