Mapei is pleased to announce that Rick Walters has become the company’s newest floor covering specialist for the state of Texas. Rick has 20 years experience in the floor covering industry, and will be working alongside the Mapei technical sales representatives in the major Texas cities. Brian Haugh has also […]

Unlike conventional cleaners that pool ineffectively on the surface, Safe n’ Easy Oil/Grease Remover penetrates beneath the porous surfaces of asphalt, concrete and masonry to lift oil and grease particles up and out. New from Dumond Chemicals, the non-toxic, non-abrasive and non-flammable product is biodegradable, and will not harm asphalt, […]

DeWalt has introduced a versatile 41⁄2-inch cordless cut-off and grinding tool powered by the company’s 18-volt battery system. The tool produces 350 maximum-watts-out and offers cordless versatility for cutting floor lines with a diamond cutting wheel. CIRCLE #72 ON READER SERVICE CARD CIRCLE #56 ON READER SERVICE CARD For durability, […]

Concrete artist Buddy Rhodes and decorative concrete contractor Tom Ralston have begun a new hands-on Concrete Countertop Workshop series to teach interested contractors, craftsmen and artists how to make unique cast-in-place and pre-cast countertops. Also featured will be Buddy Rhodes’ signature “hand-pressed” technique, which he uses to create an extraordinary […]

The HotBox, from Mosebach Manufacturing Company, is a durable, portable industrial heater that is ideal for plaster and concrete curing applications. Unlike fuel-powered blasters that release moisture into the air, the electric-powered HotBox delivers a dry heat. The unit’s powerful blower circulates this dry air farther and faster, servicing multiple […]

Kover Krete Systems, headquartered in Orlando, Fla., has reached two major milestones. Founded in 1989, the company is celebrating its 15th anniversary. This year also brings Kover Krete’s rollout of a revamped and greatly expanded network of distribution channels that includes many new wholesale distribution and retail outlets. For the […]

Okon W-1 Water Repellent Sealer lessens environmental erosion like dusting, chalking, cracking and spalling. When applied as directed, Okon W-1 will not change the natural appearance of concrete, masonry, stucco or plaster and can be used under or over painted surfaces. The product is designed as a one-coat system that […]

At the 2004 World of Concrete, George Kanistras of General Caulking & Coatings Inc. of Ovieda, Fla., was handed a set of keys to a brand new Hummer H2. Kanistras’ name was drawn as the grand prize winner in Degussa Building Systems’ Sonneborn 100-Year Anniversary Celebration. “I was just shocked […]