Not any pigment can be used in concrete. The chemistry of portland cement plus exposure to sunlight and weather can cause most integral concrete colors to fade.
Understanding pigments is the foundation for successful decorative concrete.
Not any pigment can be used in concrete. The chemistry of portland cement plus exposure to sunlight and weather can cause most integral concrete colors to fade.
Understanding pigments is the foundation for successful decorative concrete.
The Blastrac Turbo-Vac II dust collection system is designed specifically for the concrete market. This very maneuverable, 68-pound vacuum uses twin 1 kilowatt motors for the highest pulling power available in its class. It handles dust generated during concrete grinding, planning, cleaning or cutting with ease.
The new Performance Work Hat, from Gorgonz Performance Work Gear, uses patented Hydroweave and Coolmax fabrics to keep you cool and dry while working in warm weather.
Wacker’s new concrete ride-on trowel with electronic steering offers an effortless alternative at an exceptional value. Because this ride-on trowel is lighter than its competitive hydrostatic counterparts, it is able to get onto the slab faster, making more productive use of manpower and equipment.
With Edco Shield — a hardening and densifying agent — and the company’s convenient and easily maneuverable floor grinders, you can refurbish, seal, protect and polish smaller spaces up to 2,000 sq. ft.
Started 25 years ago and specializing in tennis courts construction, Super-Krete went on to develop Liquid Concentrate, a coating product designed to withstand the test of time and last through extreme weather conditions.
Concrete Canvas, from Specialty Concrete Products, is a self-leveling, polymer-modified overlayment that is designed for fast-track resurfacing of concrete surfaces.
Marshalltown has released an entire new line of tough, lightweight magnesium hand floats. Called “The Hog,” these new floats feature a massive 33⁄4-inch wide blade that covers more surface area and wears longer.
The new Mix-N-Go mixer from Multiquip is ideal for a variety of job applications, including small footings and bases, binding block and concrete patching.
Michael T. Chusid, of Encino, Calif., became a Fellow of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) in April. Fellowship is among CSI’s most prestigious honors.