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Hydronic heaters provide an even distribution of heat to the concrete. Here, a poly sheet covers a slab-on-grade. Hydronic heating tubes were placed on top of the poly and the entire system is being covered with insulated blankets.

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.

What ASTM D8505 FRP Means for Concrete Contractors

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.

PowerPusher’s E-750 Electric Wheelbarrow™ Moves More, Up to 1,000 lbs.!

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.

Handleless rope brushes work well on large slabs and in confined areas where handles are awkward.

How to Avoid Broomed Concrete Finish Disputes

Best practices can protect contractors and minimize disputes between job owners and architects.

Case Study of Coval Polished Concrete Sealer On A Warehouse Floor

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's Sustainability Will Be Key to the Future of Construction

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.

Check tool holder and grinding head for cracks or other visible damage. Replace any damaged parts.

How to Properly Maintain Your Grinder

Your grinder is a capital investment, and it is important to get the best ROI from it.

“Edges could double your price if you have a lot of small rooms on a project,” says Harry Gressette.

12 Tips for Bidding Concrete Polishing Jobs

Uncover the hidden costs of the project before submitting a bid.

Modern Concrete Construction: 5 Ways to Create a Sleek and Stylish Look

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.

Upgrade Your Masonry Cutting Game with Lightning-Fast Technology

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!

Concrete Coating System Surface Preparation

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.

What To Know About Mixing With IBC Totes - Intermediate Bulk Containers

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

The new spray texture line consists of 2-in-1 Wall and Ceiling for Orange Peel, Knockdown and Popcorn textures.

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.

What To Do With Asbestos In The Floor

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.

Crafco Purchases PoreShield

Crafco Purchases PoreShield

Representing a new generation in concrete protection, soybean-based PoreShield has been acquired by Crafco Inc.

Don't Ignore Cracks and Joints Underneath Decorative Overlays

Don't Ignore Cracks and Joints Underneath Decorative Overlays

Fix these imperfections before applying a decorative concrete overlay to avoid future surface problems.

Seal Concrete Right | Common Mistakes In Concrete Sealing

Seal It Right the First Time

Learn how to avoid the common mistakes that often foil a concrete sealing job.

JM Lifestyles in New Jersey installs or ships their Woodform® Concrete creations all over the world.

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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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.

There are a variety of ways concrete dyes can be applied, however, typically a high-volume low-pressure (HVLP) sprayer is the best applicator.

How to Apply Concrete Dyes When Grinding & Polishing

Learn the basics of dyeing concrete during the grinding and polishing process.

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The Evolution of Metallic Effects in Decorative Concrete

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Floor Flatness & Levelness in Modern Construction

Performing floor quality assurance in house, rather than outsourcing, can reduce project wait times.

5 Hot Tips for Hot Weather 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.

Both PERMACOLOR Select and PERMACOLOR Grout include STONETECH Sealer Technology and Microban antimicrobial product protection against stain- and odor-causing bacteria.

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.

Lythic and MTSU will hold public Day1 trowel aid tests as the 2013 World of Concrete and are looking for contractor volunteers.

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

Available in three products that protect basement floors and exterior concrete pavers, patios, walkways and more, these coatings offer smooth, durable finishes.

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.

Concrete Floor Grinding Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Your Floor Grinder

Tooling and maintenance tips for concrete grinding and concrete polishing.

Creating a Cohesive Resinous Concrete Floor Coating Installation Team

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.