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Decorative Concrete
Concrete Cosmetics keeps the job custom
Kenny Patillo's portfolio ranges from T-Rex footprints to Texas Wildflowers, and regardless of the job he is sure to make every project a custom design.
May 18, 2011
Kenny Patillo has completed many unique projects, including this abstract mural at the Christ for the Nations Institute in Dallas, Texas.
Decorative Concrete
Concrete Boundaries Overcome with Periodic Table Set
A table and bench set test the limits of decorative concrete.
March 12, 2011
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Colors & Stains
Polished Concrete Meets Cowboy Contemporary
Blue Diamond Services duels with a tough concrete slab and multiple decorative concrete elements to create a stained and polished floor for a western-themed restaurant.
February 11, 2011
This 4,200-square-foot restaurant floor was polished and stained using the Vexcon Certi-Shine MicroStain FSR system.
Decorative Concrete
Water-based Stains Offer Environmentally Friendly Options
Many contractors are attracted to the characteristics of water-based stains for a variety of jobs, especially those in the decorative realm.
February 11, 2011
Proper surface preparation is essential when using water-based stains. The stain soaks into the concrete so the concrete needs to be clean and dry.
Decorative Concrete
Making a Name in Decorative Concrete and Beyond
A concrete contractor with deep roots in the decorative market found success in traditional concrete work while still delivering award-winning decorative projects.
December 14, 2010
Bay Area Concretes created this sidewalk using decorative Ruby Red Glass Aggretex paving. Aggretex is a patented system for installing exotic aggregates and recycled glass aggregates into the surface of full thickness concrete slabs.
Decorative Concrete
Finding the Right Fix
BNC Concrete uses Beer Stain to stain a floor with imperfections that could not be mechanically removed.
July 1, 2010
BNC Concrete mixed chocolate brown Beer Stain from GG Innovative Products with lacquer thinner as the carrying agent to restain a residential floor where mechanical removal of coatings and stains was not allowed.
Decorative Concrete
Marketing Polished and Stained Decorative Concrete Floors
When it comes to marketing polished or stained decorative concrete floors contractors should focus on promoting the benefits as well as the aesthetics.
July 1, 2010
Make sure you have a marketing plan in place to help focus your marketing efforts, suggests L.M. Scofield's Cam Villar. Whether in depth or simple, make sure to at least include the market you want to serve and who your target audience will be.
Decorative Concrete
Successful Staining
Avoid staining mishaps through communication, knowing your concrete and taking environmental factors into account.
March 13, 2010
The makeup of the concrete and external environmental factors can impact a stain's ability to react with or penetrate into the concrete.
Decorative Concrete
Two Birds With One Stone
A decorative concrete contractor uses ColorJuice to create two unique colored concrete floors.
March 13, 2010
Color Surfaces used ColorJuice to color an outdoor, covered concrete slab to match the color of the Downstream Casino building.
Decorative Concrete
Creating a Commercial Decorative Floor
Plan, communicate and use the right equipment.
December 29, 2009
Communication is essential on any commercial jobsite. Contractors should communicate needs with the client, employees and other trades working on site. Preconstruction meetings are a great place to start the communication.
Colors & Stains
Chameleon Pigments & Effects
Chameleon Symphony Pigments & Effects are used to create color shifts, translucent images, sparking accents and more.
August 19, 2009
Colors & Stains
Consolideck ColorStain
Consolideck ColorStain is a penetrating, permanent color that can be applied with a brush, roller or low-pressure sprayer.
August 19, 2009
Colors & Stains
Stain-Crete
Stain-Crete is a permanent chemical stain that gives concrete the appearance of Italian marble, tile, terracotta and natural stone.
August 19, 2009
Colors & Stains
MMA Stain
MMA Stain is an acrylic stain with a built-in advanced top coat to protect and seal in the stain.
August 19, 2009
Colors & Stains
Elements Transparent Water-based Concrete Stain
Elements stain features nanopigment technology for a penetrating, translucent color variation similar to reactive acid stain.
August 19, 2009
Decorative Concrete
Vertical Stamped Overlays
Contractors use different vertical stamped overlay products and unique techniques to create a concrete fireplace, outdoor barbecue and an Italian villa outdoor kitchen.
July 1, 2009
Decorative Concrete
Concrete Countertops Get Creative
Decorative concrete contractors create a concrete countertop for an outdoor kitchen and a glow-in-the-dark bathroom vanity.
May 14, 2009
Concrete Jungle created multiple concrete countertops for an outdoor kitchen, including an island and multi-level counters.
Decorative Concrete
A Lasting Impression
Decorative concrete expert Bob Harris explains how quality work and attentive customer service will build customer satisfaction and loyalty and lead to repeat clients.
April 24, 2009
Bob Harris repaired a stained overlay done so poorly by the original contractor there were footprints in the sealer. The homeowners were so pleased with Bob's removal and rework they referred him to several friends.
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