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Concrete Decor’s Q&A in the Winter 2001 issue had included comments discouraging the use of integral coloring for concrete work in high altitude mountain environments. It was implied that integral coloring of concrete is UV unstable resulting in a color faded appearance over time. This is incorrect. The use of […]
The Finishers Edge is a new “straight-edge” cutting system designed to provide fast, affordable and a highly simplified means for cutting straight lines in concrete. Enclosed in a durable carrying case, the Finishers Edge comes with five stainless steel tracks; a 2′, 3′, 5′, and (2) x 10′ pieces.
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To enhance newly-poured concrete or to rejuvenate existing concrete, stenciling is a decorative application worth considering. It may seem like a simple process, but a few fine points separate nice-looking, profitable stencil jobs from the rest. We’ve asked some experienced stencilers for tips to elevate your stenciling jobs from so-so […]
Shave Away, Europe, the manufacturer of the Dust Muzzle is manufacturing and selling a new dust collector designed for circular saws, the Saw Muzzle. The Saw Muzzle is made of heavy duty, fiber filled ABS plastic and is designed to fit the Skil, DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita and Bosch industrial worm […]
Master Builders, Inc. and L.M. Scofield Company have formed a sales and marketing alliance designed to expand the demand for, and use of, colored architectural concrete throughout North America. In joining forces, the two companies emerge as the only full-service supplier of concrete admixtures able to provide improved products, comprehensive […]
Stanley has expanded and redesigned its Goldblatt line of concrete hand tools. The company’s magnesium floats, finishing trowels, edgers, and groovers have been redesigned for improved cleanability and function. New magnesium floats include a bevel-end cast magnesium float, an extruded magnesium float, and a round-end extruded magnesium float. The new […]
The Portland Cement Association has established a new foundation to help finance education programs in nearly every facet of the cement industries, from university research fellowships to career recruitment and craft training. The foundation’s initial annual budget will be $285,000, which will be used to provide direct educational grants for […]
You can now visit concretedecor.net on-line for the latest information on upcoming events around the country and in your area. Only found on-line with Concrete Decor is the most comprehensive listing of training events with links to the individuals or companies offering these valuable training services. If you’re thinking of […]
New “Poly Meta Forms” from Metal Forms Corp. consist of plastic forms with steel stake pockets that can be used to place all types of concrete flatwork as well as curb and gutter. Excellent for straight and radius forms. The forms are designed to be lightweight, moisture resistant, durable, and […]
