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Wacker has recently introduced two new ride-on trowel models. The company offers a line of finishing machines that offer overlapping and nonoverlapping operation on the same machine. A 36-inch model and a 48-inch model have been added to the CRT (Concrete Ride-On Trowel) line. Both of these high-speed models feature […]
Experts share some secrets for honing your concrete stamping skills.
The Sparkle Grain System is an eye-catching, black sparkle concrete finish that can be applied with color hardeners or by itself.It aids with slip resistance and is designed for sidewalks, driveways, ramps, public buildings, wineries, schools, etc., to name a few.
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When decorative concrete is mentioned, typically we’re referring to the booming market in flat concrete. However, there are additional, more specialized niches in the decorative concrete arena: simulated rock formations, typically found in zoos, theme parks and more. Check out some examples in this article.
Kia Ricchi of Centerline Productions takes her love of sculpting to new heights with the use of concrete.
In general, if you work with concrete now, you likely have the tools you’ll need to create synthetic rocks, but here are a few items that might make the job a little easier. Start with some proper training, especially if creating synthetic rock is new for you, or you’re moving […]
Make your concrete surfaces not only beautiful but safe to walk on as well.
Forming requirements for decorative concrete often involve radius and curved sections. Plastiform™ concrete forms can be used to set up curves as small as a 3-foot bend radius. The forms are very quick to setup using a cam-lock clamp that fastens the forms to stakes.
From start to finish follow these techniques to achieve the perfect acid etched concrete design.
Describing Henry Chapman Mercer’s home, Fonthill, as a castle may be a misnomer. There is no surrounding wall or moat to keep out the unruly peasants or faraway invaders. Nonetheless, Fonthill is so full of treasures — of every conceivable kind — that anything less than “castle” seems inappropriate.
