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World of Concrete Celebrates 50 Years
Join us and the whole of the concrete industry as World of Concrete celebrates 50 years!
Decorative Concrete
Winners of the 2023 Decorative Concrete Awards
Coatings & Sealants
DAP Launches 1-component Broadcast Spray Foam
Coatings & Sealants
Coval Technologies Hires General Manager - Flooring
Decorative Concrete
A Look Back at a Few Ways Concrete Said Thank You to Our Veterans
Concrete Chain Saws
US DOL Launches Initiative to Protect Workers From Silica Dust
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Concrete Equipment & Products
How to Protect Concrete During Cold Weather Pours
Cold weather concreting requires contractors to maintain minimal concrete temperatures to ensure proper strength gain and cure.
Rebar Accessories & Equipment
How ASTM’s New FRP Rebar Spec Enables Concrete Contractors
The ASTM D30 Committee announced an additional standard specification for the fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement bars. Here’s what that means for the concrete contractor and concrete construction.
Sponsored
PowerPusher’s E-750 Electric Wheelbarrow™ Moves More, Up to 1,000 lbs.!
The E-750 Electric Wheelbarrow with Slurry Tub with Concrete Funnel holds a ¼ yard of liquid concrete and funnels the slurry into narrow spaces.
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Concrete
How to Avoid Broomed Concrete Finish Disputes
Best practices can protect contractors and minimize disputes between job owners and architects.
Coatings & Sealants
Case Study: Coval Polished Concrete Sealer Warehouse Floor
Houston-based decorative concrete and maintenance contractors Business Flooring Specialists put the Coval Polished Concrete Sealer through a beta test at a local warehouse.
Concrete
Concrete's Sustainability: Will Concrete Continue To Play A Role In The Future Of Construction?
As the industry reduces emissions and improve circularity, concrete’s persistence and strength will likely drive the continued use to build safe, durable, and resilient structures.
Decorative Concrete
How to Properly Maintain Your Grinder
Your grinder is a capital investment, and it is important to get the best ROI from it.
Polishing Materials & Equipment
12 Tips for Bidding Concrete Polishing Jobs
Uncover the hidden costs of the project before submitting a bid.
Decorative Concrete
5 Ways Modern Concrete Creates A Sleek & Stylish Look
Concrete is making a return as an essential component of “industrial interior design.” Here are five ways to create a sleek and stylish look to transform spaces, taking care to use adequate interior protection systems during construction or renovation.
Sponsored
Upgrade Your Masonry Cutting Game with Lightning-Fast Technology
Taller segments, superior diamonds, and SPEED-Edge slot design make these Cut-Off Discs game changers!
Surface Prep
Concrete Surface Preparation: 'You’re the Doctor, Write a Prescription'
Approach concrete surface prep like a doctor and prescribe the correct solution. What to expect and critical things when inspecting your next concrete job.
Worksite Equipment
What You Need To Know About Mixing In IBC Totes
An intermediate bulk container might be convenient for shipping and storage, but not that great for mixing. Here's what to know about using a portable mixer with an IBC tote onsite.
Coatings & Sealants
Pecora Sealant & Coatings Calculator
The refreshed Pecora Calculator app provides a fast and simple way to estimate the amount of coating or sealant you need for your next project.
Repair & Rehabilitation Products
Repairing Stamped Concrete
Reviewing some of the common problems with stamped concrete and a few techniques you can try the next time you are faced with a decorative repair and restore challenge.
Decorative Concrete
The Science of Color in Concrete
Concrete is a material that varies in many ways, so achieving a perfect color is as much an art as it is science.
Coatings & Sealants
DAP Rolls Out Aerosol Spray Texture Series
The new spray texture line consists of 2-in-1 Wall and Ceiling for Orange Peel, Knockdown and Popcorn textures.
Surface Prep
Working With Asbestos
How to approach floor preparation work in buildings with asbestos and the options contractors have to deal with an asbestos-containing floor.
Infrastructure
Crafco Purchases PoreShield
Representing a new generation in concrete protection, soybean-based PoreShield has been acquired by Crafco Inc.
Decorative Concrete
Don't Ignore Cracks and Joints Underneath Decorative Overlays
Fix these imperfections before applying a decorative concrete overlay to avoid future surface problems.
Coatings & Sealants
Seal It Right the First Time
Learn how to avoid the common mistakes that often foil a concrete sealing job.
Decorative Concrete
Finishing Techniques for Concrete Countertops
As one of the few building materials created from raw ingredients, concrete is a fantastic material to design and work.
Decorative Concrete
To Cast-in-place or Precast, That Is the Question
Bob Harris reviews the issues a contractor should consider when choosing between a precast and a cast-in-place concrete countertop installation.
Surface Prep
Scraper Tooling Can Be Confusing
National Flooring Equipment is proud to offer a wide selection of scraper tooling, but sorting through the options can be a daunting task. Learn where to start and how to get your tooling questions answered.
Coatings & Sealants
APV Engineered Coatings Unveils BLOCKSEAL Liquid Flashing
BLOCKSEAL Liquid Flashing is a low-VOC, fast-drying acrylic adhesive that keeps moisture from penetrating door and window openings beneath a structure’s exterior façade.
Decorative Concrete
How to Apply Concrete Dyes When Grinding & Polishing
Learn the basics of dyeing concrete during the grinding and polishing process.
Decorative Concrete
The Evolution of Metallic Effects in Decorative Concrete
Concrete
Floor Flatness & Levelness in Modern Construction
Performing floor quality assurance in house, rather than outsourcing, can reduce project wait times.
Concrete
5 Hot Tips for Hot Weather Concrete
Use these five tips for hot weather concreting to help you place the concrete specified – and avoid decreased strength, excessive cracking, or plastic shrinkage.
Decorative Concrete
LATICRETE Offers Reformulated PERMACOLOR Products
Both PERMACOLOR Select and PERMACOLOR Grout include STONETECH Sealer Technology and Microban antimicrobial product protection against stain- and odor-causing bacteria.
Concrete Equipment & Products
Tests Show Troweling Aid Extends Concrete Finishing Time and Strengthens Slab
Research by MTSU's Concrete Industry Management Program could be the first step toward quantifying the effectiveness of troweling aids
Paint & Painting Equipment
Dutch Boy Paints Launches Concrete and Masonry Floor Coatings
Available in three products that protect basement floors and exterior concrete pavers, patios, walkways and more, these coatings offer smooth, durable finishes.
Surface Prep
Troubleshooting Your Floor Grinder
Tooling and maintenance tips for concrete grinding and concrete polishing.
Decorative Concrete
How To Create a Cohesive Concrete Floor Installation Team
A better concrete floor coating installation team can lead to better production, higher quality installations, and more profit. Here's how to start building your own.