Concrete Designs http://www.concrete-design.com Resources For Decorative Concrete And Concrete Products Wed, 02 May 2012 15:00:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2 Brick or Concrete for Your Nashville Patio? http://www.concrete-design.com/brick-or-concrete-for-your-nashville-patio/ http://www.concrete-design.com/brick-or-concrete-for-your-nashville-patio/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 15:00:41 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=1010 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Brick or Concrete for Your Nashville Patio?", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/brick-or-concrete-for-your-nashville-patio/" });]]> There’s no denying it: Nashville residents love outdoor entertaining. If you are considering an exterior addition to your Nashville property, but can’t decide between brick or decorative concrete for your patio surface, you might want to contact an exterior construction company that has experience with both building materials.

A Nashville hardscaping company, Custom Hardscapes, LLC, specializes in unique exterior patios for home and business owners in the Middle Tennessee area. While most patio builders specialize in either brick or concrete, Brien DeGryse says his installers are experts in both: “We actually build patios out of both materials, brick and concrete.” And in comes cases, DeGryse’s crew combines materials for even more customization.

So which one should you choose? There’s more options with concrete since it’s a versatile material, but some people really just enjoy the aesthetics of brick. When it comes down to it, you just have to go with personal preference.

Learn more about Nashville’s best patio designer.

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Vertical Concrete Products

Concrete has become one of the most popular building materials because of its amazing durability and versatility. It can be completely customized in a variety of ways, including stains, dyes, imprints and more. The Stamp Store, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, also offers a unique vertical concrete stamp system. These ingenious products are used to create patterns and texture in vertical concrete surfaces.

The Stamp Store’s vertical concrete system includes specialized, lightweight concrete mix, tools and colorants. These materials are designed to be applied to vertical surfaces and can be customized to mimic the appearance of cobblestone, stacked sandstone or larger random stones. The vertical concrete system is a popular choice for columns, walls, pillars, fences and more.

Contact The Stamp Store today to find out more about their vertical concrete system, as well as their full line of decorative concrete products

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/vertical-concrete-systems/feed/ 0 Stained Concrete Floors in the Rio Grande Valley http://www.concrete-design.com/stained-concrete-floors-in-the-rio-grande-valley/ http://www.concrete-design.com/stained-concrete-floors-in-the-rio-grande-valley/#comments Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:19:26 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=1061 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Stained Concrete Floors in the Rio Grande Valley", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/stained-concrete-floors-in-the-rio-grande-valley/" });]]> Vern Lewis of South Padre Island, Texas, offers a full line of decorative concrete services including concrete staining. This unique process colors a concrete surface to give it a beautiful, one of a kind look that can be customized to fit any style or color scheme.

In the Rio Grande Valley Stained concrete floors are often seen in residential flooring, commercial flooring including restaurants, salons and retail stores, and also in outdoor areas like patios, pool decks and more. So, if you’re looking for a way to add visual interest and increase the property value of your home or business, contact Vern Lewis today to learn more about his decorative concrete services.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/stained-concrete-floors-in-the-rio-grande-valley/feed/ 0 Functional to Designer: The Benefits of Becoming a Decorative Concrete Contractor http://www.concrete-design.com/benefits-of-becoming-decorative-concrete-contractor/ http://www.concrete-design.com/benefits-of-becoming-decorative-concrete-contractor/#comments Thu, 15 Mar 2012 15:00:15 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=989 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Functional to Designer: The Benefits of Becoming a Decorative Concrete Contractor", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/benefits-of-becoming-decorative-concrete-contractor/" });]]> If you have been a functional concrete contractor for some time, there is a good chance you would like to expand not only your skill set, but also your profit margins. Getting into the decorative concrete arena can be financially rewarding and can provide you with more job satisfaction than simply laying foundations and repairing damaged concrete.

Here are some of the benefits of transitioning to decorative concrete:

1. There’s Plenty of Demand for Decorative Concrete

With techniques like concrete resurfacing and cement revitalization, even functional concrete is going decorative. Existing surfaces can now be repaired affordably with concrete coatings, so your potential repair jobs might go to a decorative contractor anyway. And since stamped concrete looks like natural stone but doesn’t cost as much, there are plenty of home owners and commercial businesses requesting stamped concrete patios and pool decks as opposed to expensive pavers and masonry work.

2. It’s Trendy and Green

Business and home owners with discerning taste want eco-friendly flooring that looks great and is easy to care for. With decorative concrete, you get both! Acid-staining is popular in high-end homes, hotels, and restaurants around the county. And since concrete is made of cement, a naturally abundant resource, it’s considered a green building material.

3. There Are Plenty of Training Opportunities All Over the Nation

Maybe it’s the training that’s holding your back from expanding your business. But did you know decorative concrete training seminars and courses are offered in every state, and typical courses only last for 1-3 days? Some concrete supply stores offer in-store training and valuable product seminars too. Some sessions are offered free, so there’s no excuse not to attend.

Becoming a decorative concrete professional is a career move that might work for you. Just be sure to conduct market research and find training courses that fit into your budget and your schedule. It’s never too late to learn new techniques and products.

Learn more about decorative concrete training.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/benefits-of-becoming-decorative-concrete-contractor/feed/ 0 Baltimore Business Owners: Repair Your Exterior Concrete or Become a Liability http://www.concrete-design.com/baltimore-business-owners-repair-concrete-or-become-liability/ http://www.concrete-design.com/baltimore-business-owners-repair-concrete-or-become-liability/#comments Thu, 15 Mar 2012 15:00:02 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=933 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Baltimore Business Owners: Repair Your Exterior Concrete or Become a Liability", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/baltimore-business-owners-repair-concrete-or-become-liability/" });]]> If you area Baltimore area business owner, you need to be aware of liabilities at all times. That includes making sure your establishment is free of danger zones like cracked or damaged concrete sidewalks, parking lots, and entryways. A local, well-known Baltimore restaurateur had to learn the hard way when his restaurant was reviewed negatively on a popular review website. Without revealing which Baltimore restaurant is in question, here is what one patron had to say:

“I loved the food and the atmosphere was killer. But, unfortunately, the owner spent all his time on the interior of the restaurant and not the exterior, because I ended up tripping on some shotty concrete in the back patio. I busted by knee and had to call 911. After nearly $5,000 in medical bills, I had my lawyer send the restaurant owner a letter — he ended up settling, which was cool. I won’t go back because the incident was so traumatic, but the calamari was really good, fyi.”

Reviews like this can devastate a business. That is why is it absolutely vital to keep you exterior commercial concrete in good shape. Otherwise, you might end up spending thousands of dollars in legal fees when someone gets hurt on your property.

Furthermore, when your concrete looks bad, maybe it’s a sign to implement decorative exterior concrete. It’s an affordable option when it comes to concrete repairs because decorative concrete overlays can be implemented on top of existing concrete. With an concrete overlay system, you won’t have to rip out your damaged concrete completely; just repair the cracks, then add the concrete coating on top.

Bottom line: Keeping your customers safe by repairing your exterior concrete is vital to your success. Don’t steer customers away with bad online reviews that have nothing to do with your food or atmosphere. Keep the exterior of your restaurant in good shape and attract the kind of crowd you want. If you need exterior concrete repairs, check out this great Baltimore decorative concrete company.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/baltimore-business-owners-repair-concrete-or-become-liability/feed/ 0 Turn an Outdated Kitchen Countertop into a Concrete One http://www.concrete-design.com/turn-an-outdated-kitchen-countertop-into-a-concrete-one/ http://www.concrete-design.com/turn-an-outdated-kitchen-countertop-into-a-concrete-one/#comments Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:00:50 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=808 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Turn an Outdated Kitchen Countertop into a Concrete One", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/turn-an-outdated-kitchen-countertop-into-a-concrete-one/" });]]> Concrete countertops are in high demand, there’s no question about that. Decorative concrete contractors all over the nation are learning new and exciting concrete countertop techniques and photos on the internet are creating more of a demand than ever. But what if you don’t have the budget for concrete countertops? Well, now you can have the look and feel of concrete countertops with resurfacing. How does it work? Say you currently have a tiled or Formica countertop that is in desperate need of updating. With a concrete countertop resurfacing product, such as the EZTop System, you simply coat your existing countertop with concrete and voila—you now have concrete countertops!

So if you are looking for a ways to economically renovate or update your kitchen, look into countertop resurfacing. Check out how awesome the EZTop concrete resurfacing system is!

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/turn-an-outdated-kitchen-countertop-into-a-concrete-one/feed/ 0 Custom Designed Concrete Stencils http://www.concrete-design.com/custom-designed-concrete-stencils/ http://www.concrete-design.com/custom-designed-concrete-stencils/#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:00:53 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=956 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Custom Designed Concrete Stencils", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/custom-designed-concrete-stencils/" });]]> Concrete stencils are a fantastic way to customize any concrete surface. They can be used on concrete floors, walls, patios, countertops and more. These stencils come in traditional patterns like brick, stone or tile, but can also be completely custom-made, allowing you to create one-of-a-kind looks for your home or business.

A concrete stencil is essentially a water-resistant piece of thick paper. The stencil is placed over freshly-poured or overlaid concrete, and a variety of methods are utilized to decorate the concrete visible through the stencil. The result is a beautifully unique concrete surface, which is suitable for any application, indoors or out.

A customized stencil for concrete can be easily created from virtually any logo, crest, picture, monogram or design. These custom stencils can be used with several different decoration techniques, including cast-in-place, overlay, vertical application, acid stain, concrete dye or sandblasting.

Imagine your company’s logo imprinted into your concrete floor, or your family crest stained onto a concrete pillar in your home.  All of these ideas are possible, and more. Let your creative vision run free, the versatility of concrete stencils ensure you will be able to create just what you envisioned for your space.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/custom-designed-concrete-stencils/feed/ 0 So You Want to be a Decorative Concrete Contractor http://www.concrete-design.com/so-you-want-to-be-a-decorative-concrete-contractor/ http://www.concrete-design.com/so-you-want-to-be-a-decorative-concrete-contractor/#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:00:51 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=937 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "So You Want to be a Decorative Concrete Contractor", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/so-you-want-to-be-a-decorative-concrete-contractor/" });]]> There have been advances in the concrete industry that have many concrete installers and repair experts making the switch from functional concrete to decorative. A career in the designer concrete arena can be not only rewarding, but very financially beneficial. In order to jump start your new career, make sure you start with the right tools: product knowledge and the proper decorative concrete training.

Product Knowledge Equals Higher Profits

To get the most out of your decorative concrete training, it is vital that you learn everything about the products and supplies you will be using. You need to know not only how concrete products will interact with each other, but also how to describe the products you use to potential clients. The better you can describe in detail, the more valuable you will be as a contractor. There are so many things you can do with concrete, such as cement stamping, acid-staining, or concrete polishing for example. When you can talk to a future client about how exciting these techniques are, the more excited they will be to hire you!

Decorative Concrete Training

The first question you are probably asking yourself is, “Can I afford decorative concrete training?” That depends on plenty of factors, such as location, time, and available funds. If you’re lucky, you will be able to find decorative concrete training courses in your area; otherwise, you might have to book a flight and make hotel arrangements in order to meet your needs. Without travel, count on spending $250 to $1,000 per weekend on decorative concrete training. Most courses will last 2 – 3 full days with a break for lunch in the afternoon. Classes will usually be held at a decorative concrete supply company, and will include hands-on demonstrations as well as discounts on concrete products and tools.

Start a Portfolio ASAP

Being able to talk about your craftsmanship is one thing. Showing a potential customer photos of your work is another. Take before and after photos of every single job you get. You can even start your portfolio during your initial training. A pre- and post-portfolio of your concrete work is especially important with it comes to decorative concrete repairs or resurfacing.

Make sure you don’t get a head of yourself when it comes to starting a decorative concrete career. Without the proper amount of training, you could jump into a job without knowing what you’re doing, screw it up, and then ruin your reputation. Do your research regarding training courses, take your time learning the concrete products and tools, and practice until you’re ready for your first job.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/so-you-want-to-be-a-decorative-concrete-contractor/feed/ 0 Liven Up Your Baltimore Business with Stained Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/liven-up-your-baltimore-business-with-stained-concrete/ http://www.concrete-design.com/liven-up-your-baltimore-business-with-stained-concrete/#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:00:30 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=898 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Liven Up Your Baltimore Business with Stained Concrete", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/liven-up-your-baltimore-business-with-stained-concrete/" });]]> Adding stained concrete to your Baltimore area business gives it unique visual appeal, while providing a durable, easy to maintain surface.  An existing concrete slab can easily be stained to suit your preferences or a new concrete slab can be installed and stained.  The process is relatively simple and will give your business a fresh look without breaking the bank.

Acid-stained concrete is attained by applying hydrochloric acid mixed with color pigments to the concrete surface.  The hydrochloric acid etches the surface, allowing the pigments to penetrate the concrete and stain it from the inside.  Once the mixture dries, the stain is completely permanent, and won’t chip, crack, or flake.

The concrete design options are virtually endless when it comes to staining. There are thousands of color combinations available on the market today, giving you the flexibility to choose the perfect color for your business.  Also, because of the unique process of staining concrete, no two applications will ever look exactly the same.  The concrete absorbs differing amounts of color stain, giving it beautiful tonal variations throughout.

Stained concrete also offers ease of maintenance.  Since concrete is one of the most durable surfaces in the world, it’s easy to keep it looking like new, even in high traffic areas. Cleaning concrete is a simple process as well.

It’s easy to see why so many businesses have chosen to incorporate acid-stained concrete floors into their spaces. Let the concrete experts at Sundek of Washington help you create a unique, cost-effective concrete flooring system for your business today.

 

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/liven-up-your-baltimore-business-with-stained-concrete/feed/ 0 Decorative Concrete for Your Washington D.C. Business http://www.concrete-design.com/decorative-concrete-for-your-washington-d-c-business/ http://www.concrete-design.com/decorative-concrete-for-your-washington-d-c-business/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:00:08 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=895 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Decorative Concrete for Your Washington D.C. Business", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/decorative-concrete-for-your-washington-d-c-business/" });]]> Attracting customers to your business can be a complicated and complex undertaking. One sure way to attract and retain customers is by making your business an aesthetically pleasing space.

With decorative concrete, it is possible to transform plain, outdated or damaged concrete into a welcoming and attractive element of your business.

If the concrete in or around your business is damaged or worn-looking, concrete resurfacing is a great option. It is far less time consuming than a complete tear out and new pour, and it will cost you less. Concrete resurfacing gives cement surfaces a complete makeover, getting rid of any stains, cracks or chips, and also gives you the option to further customize.

Your resurfaced area can then be decorated by concrete imprinting or coloring the fresh layer of concrete. With these methods, it is possible to create virtually any design your business may have in mind. There are a multitude of textures, colors and patterns available.

Washington D.C.’s best concrete company, Sundek of Washington, can help you create a new look for your business today.

 

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/decorative-concrete-for-your-washington-d-c-business/feed/ 0 Repairing Spalled Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/repairing-spalled-concrete/ http://www.concrete-design.com/repairing-spalled-concrete/#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:00:13 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=906 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Repairing Spalled Concrete", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/repairing-spalled-concrete/" });]]> Have you heard of the term, “spalled concrete” but had no clue what it meant? Well, spalled concrete refers to a concrete surface that is flaking, peeling, or crumbing. In other words, you don’t want it!

What Causes Spalling?

Concrete spalling can be caused by a wide variety of factors including chemical reactions, a poorly-made concrete mix, oil or de-icing agents penetrating the surface, or extreme temperature changes.  It is important to repair the damaged concrete as soon as possible.

What to Do When You Have Spalled Concrete

If you want to fix your damaged concrete yourself, the first step is getting the proper supplies. A decorative concrete supply company based out of Dade City, Florida, SureCrete, offers a complete concrete restoration system specifically designed to repair and restore damaged concrete. This SureCrete system is also environmentally friendly, and the products used in the system will not harm any existing plant life around the concrete surface.

Why You Need to Fix Spalled Concrete

Spalled concrete surfaces can detract from the value and appeal of a home or business, and might give people a bad first impression. With the SureCrete concrete restoration system, the old, peeling, flaking, cracking concrete can be transformed into a smooth, repaired, and renewed concrete surface quickly and economically.

For more information, please visit SureCrete’s professional profile on Concrete Ideas.

 

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/repairing-spalled-concrete/feed/ 0 Nashville Contractor Offers Custom Retaining Walls http://www.concrete-design.com/nashville-contractor-offers-custom-retaining-walls/ http://www.concrete-design.com/nashville-contractor-offers-custom-retaining-walls/#comments Sun, 15 Jan 2012 15:00:50 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=978 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Nashville Contractor Offers Custom Retaining Walls", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/nashville-contractor-offers-custom-retaining-walls/" });]]> A retaining wall can be designed and built to suit any needs. An outdoor construction expert in Nashville, Custom Hardcapes, LLC has been building custom retaining wall in a variety of styles and sizes for almost 15 years. “We can tailor them to match the existing architecture of your home or patio,” says owner Brien DeGryse. “We work with multiple materials, including natural stone, concrete pavers, and flagstone.”

With the addition of a retaining wall, your Nashville outdoor living space will be a more comfortable and more inviting.  Whether you’re planning a blowout party or a quiet dinner for two, your outdoor living area is the perfect spot for any occasion.

Make sure all of your special plans turn out to be an amazing success with a custom-designed outdoor living space, including the added privacy of a retaining wall, from Custom Hardscapes.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/nashville-contractor-offers-custom-retaining-walls/feed/ 0 Concrete Countertop Mixes http://www.concrete-design.com/concrete-countertop-mixes/ http://www.concrete-design.com/concrete-countertop-mixes/#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:00:57 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=947 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Concrete Countertop Mixes", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/concrete-countertop-mixes/" });]]> Concrete countertops have taken the interior design world by storm. For the most part, they are easy to install, extremely durable, amazingly versatile and budget-friendly! Concrete countertops give consumers a unique and customizable surface that can be designed to complement any aesthetic or home decor.

When it comes to installing the perfect concrete countertop, it’s important to use the proper concrete countertop mix. EnCOUNTER is a factory-blended concrete mix system suitable for a variety of applications. Factory blending ensures consistency across the product line.

The enCOUNTER mix comes in convenient 50- pound containers and is available in both Gray and White Portland concrete. This mix can be applied with pre-cast or cast-in-place methods, and reaches a strength of 8,870 psi; that’s nearly three times the strength of average concrete!

The enCOUNTER system also includes a micro topping which can be applied prior to sealing to create additional depth or correct finishing flaws. This concrete micro topping, called enMAGIC, can also be integrally colored, stained and sanded.

EnCOLOR is the concrete countertop coloring component of the enCOUNTER system. It is available in a variety of colors. The enCOLOR system comes conveniently pre-packaged in small tubs. These tubs of concentrated liquid color are added to the concrete mix at specific levels, depending on the color desired. This ensures uniform color across multiple batches. The enCOUNTER system can also be customized using traditional water-borne stains, acid stains and dye stains, in addition to enCOLOR.

The versatility and convenience of the entire enCOUNTER system makes it easy to install flawless custom concrete countertops each and every time.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/concrete-countertop-mixes/feed/ 0 Resurface Your Laminate Countertop with Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/resurface-your-laminate-countertop-with-concrete/ http://www.concrete-design.com/resurface-your-laminate-countertop-with-concrete/#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:00:52 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=802 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Resurface Your Laminate Countertop with Concrete", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/resurface-your-laminate-countertop-with-concrete/" });]]> Do you have kitchen countertops that you’re embarrassed of? Do you cringe at the thought of having guests over to your home because you hate the décor of your kitchen? If your countertops could use a makeover, but you can’t afford brand new tops, look into a concrete countertop resurfacing system. One of the best countertop resurfacing systems on the market today is called EZTop and it truly lives up to its name.  This product was created specifically so you can get the look of concrete countertops in your kitchen at a fraction of what it would cost to buy and install new countertops. Basically, a thin layer of concrete goes directly on top of your existing countertop. Easy as that!

Who doesn’t love the look of concrete? It’s sleek, modern, and can make your outdated kitchen the talk of the entire neighborhood! The EZTop resurfacing system can be found online or at The Stamp Store in Oklahoma City.

Check out more from the nation’s best decorative concrete supply company!

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/resurface-your-laminate-countertop-with-concrete/feed/ 0 Fade-Resistant Concrete Dye for Exterior Applications http://www.concrete-design.com/fade-resistant-concrete-dye-for-exterior-applications/ http://www.concrete-design.com/fade-resistant-concrete-dye-for-exterior-applications/#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:00:19 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=838 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Fade-Resistant Concrete Dye for Exterior Applications", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/fade-resistant-concrete-dye-for-exterior-applications/" });]]> If you are a decorative concrete contractor who is fed up with exterior dyes that fade, you are not alone. Dyes that are not UV stable can hurt your reputation as a decorative concrete professional, even though the sun is doing the damage, not you.

When someone hires you to dye their exterior concrete, they want the concrete color they choose for their outdoor living project to last for years to come. Make sure to give your clients the best.

There are new, highly-advanced decorative concrete products on the market that are fade-resistant, and as an added bonus, some of these concrete dyes are even quick-drying. If you are a contractor in a sunny area of the nation, you know that quick-drying, fade-resistant concrete dyes are hard to come by. But they do exist!

Check out this great product, UV Dye EXT, by Kingdom Products, a Pennsylvania concrete supply company.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/fade-resistant-concrete-dye-for-exterior-applications/feed/ 0 Add More Privacy to Your Outdoor Living Area with a Custom Retaining Wall http://www.concrete-design.com/add-more-privacy-to-your-outdoor-living-area-with-a-custom-retaining-wall/ http://www.concrete-design.com/add-more-privacy-to-your-outdoor-living-area-with-a-custom-retaining-wall/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:00:45 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=976 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Add More Privacy to Your Outdoor Living Area with a Custom Retaining Wall", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/add-more-privacy-to-your-outdoor-living-area-with-a-custom-retaining-wall/" });]]> An outdoor living area provides a charming, comfortable and relaxing space to spend time with your friends and family.  It’s the perfect location for backyard barbeques, pool parties, romantic dinners, and more.  If you’re looking to add more privacy to your outdoor living area, a custom retaining wall is a great solution. A skilled, outdoor construction expert can give you a beautiful and functional retaining wall to increase both the privacy and style of your outdoor living space.

A well designed retaining wall  can be custom built in a variety of styles and sizes to accommodate any space. An experienced retaining wall builder can tailor your outdoor project to match the existing architecture of your home or patio, and will be able to offer options in multiple materials, such as: natural stone, rock, brick pavers, flagstone, or concrete paving stones.

Check out this great Nashville retaining wall builder!

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/add-more-privacy-to-your-outdoor-living-area-with-a-custom-retaining-wall/feed/ 0 San Marcos Concrete Coating Company http://www.concrete-design.com/san-marcos-concrete-coating-company/ http://www.concrete-design.com/san-marcos-concrete-coating-company/#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:00:49 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=1020 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "San Marcos Concrete Coating Company", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/san-marcos-concrete-coating-company/" });]]>  The Central Texas area is booming. People from all over the nation are moving to areas such as San Marcos, Austin, San Antonio, and New Braunfels. In fact, more people have moved to this area this year than any other place in the nation! So what does this population influx mean? Growth and more building. It also means a lot of concrete repairs will be needed. If you own a business in the San Marcos area, you might want to look into decorative concrete coatings instead of just basic cement repairs.

With decorative concrete, you can rejuvenate boring surfaces, such as parking lots, entryways, sidewalks, and more into designer works of art! And here’s the best part: Experienced concrete coating companies are able to offer these services at a price that rivals basic repairs. How? With coatings, there’s not need to replace concrete. The contractor will simply fix the cracks and then apply a durable, long-lasting top coat. Decorative techniques, such as stamping and staining, can go on top of this layer, adding beauty and value to your commercial concrete surface.

 Ready to learn more? Check out this amazing San Marcos concrete coating company!

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/san-marcos-concrete-coating-company/feed/ 0 San Antonio Commercial Concrete Repairs http://www.concrete-design.com/san-antonio-commercial-concrete-repairs/ http://www.concrete-design.com/san-antonio-commercial-concrete-repairs/#comments Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:00:07 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=1016 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "San Antonio Commercial Concrete Repairs", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/san-antonio-commercial-concrete-repairs/" });]]> If you own or run a business in the Central Texas area and are in need of concrete repairs, there’s something you should know: San Antonio is home to one of the area’s best concrete repair and revitalization companies, Sundek of San Antonio.

Sundek originated in the 70′s, and ever since then, the company has made significant advances in the concrete coating industry. For example, they have come up with a solution for concrete replacement: decorative cement coatings. This process, which involves filling in damaged areas, then applying a thin layer of a sturdy, long-lasting concrete-based top coat, saves clients time and money. How? The old-fashioned way of fixing concrete damage involved tearing out concrete, then replacing it. That meant not having access to that area for days, if not weeks. Now, though, you can have your concrete cracks filled in and overlayed with a decorative concrete coating technique, so there’s no need for a full concrete replacement.

Bottom line: If you need your concrete fixed — whether it’s for a commercial or residential area — look into hiring San Antonio’s best concrete repair company.

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Min Yoshida works with every budget and style to create exactly what you’ve always envisioned for your outdoor space. Their swimming pool designs are truly stunning, and their craftsmanship is of superior quality.  Min Yoshida’s skilled artisans have years of experience in the swimming pool industry, and possess all of the technical knowledge needed to create stunning results time and again.

The experts at Min Yoshida will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring your pool will be a fantastic addition to your home that you’ll be able to enjoy with friends and family for years to come.

Learn more about this amazing LA pool builder.

 

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/pool-designer-in-los-angeles/feed/ 0 Fast Dry Concrete Floor Coating http://www.concrete-design.com/fast-dry-concrete-floor-coating/ http://www.concrete-design.com/fast-dry-concrete-floor-coating/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:00:45 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=959 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Fast Dry Concrete Floor Coating", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/fast-dry-concrete-floor-coating/" });]]> Concrete floors require a coating to maintain their durability and protect them from damage. One Day Floors offers a concrete floor coating that can be applied within hours, instead of days, so your business won’t need to be put on hold. This award-winning coating is notable for its high resistance to bacterial growth, chemicals, moisture and oil penetration; as well as its fast-cure technology and attractive finish options.

The One Day Floors system offers your business the benefit of a quick return to service. Other concrete coatings like epoxy or urethane can take days to cure, but the fast dry concrete floor coating cures within hours.  The coating can also be applied at any temperature or humidity level, making the total application a quick, easy and convenient process.

This advanced concrete floor coating dries to a crystal clear finish with no whitening or blushing. It is also non-staining and offers high impact and abrasion resistance, making it an ideal choice for many industrial applications.

The One Day Floors system can be used as a clear coat on several floor finishes, including stain, chips and quartz. The coating can also be pigmented in a wide array of colors, or combined with media to create flake floors, which resemble granite or quartz surfaces.

This concrete coating system will provide you with durable, well-protected floors along with convenient application and superior quality. Let One Day Floors help you create the best flooring system for your needs today.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/fast-dry-concrete-floor-coating/feed/ 0 Concrete Pool Deck Revitalization for Virginia Residents http://www.concrete-design.com/concrete-pool-deck-revitalization-virginia-residents/ http://www.concrete-design.com/concrete-pool-deck-revitalization-virginia-residents/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:00:39 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=892 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Concrete Pool Deck Revitalization for Virginia Residents", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/concrete-pool-deck-revitalization-virginia-residents/" });]]> An outdoor pool is the focal point to a great backyard and the perfect place to spend time relaxing with friends and family. Your outdoor pool deck should make that experience even more enjoyable while enhancing the space’s aesthetic appeal. If your concrete pool deck is in need of a makeover, Sundek of Washington has you covered. From a basic revitalization to a complete design and install, our concrete experts can help you create just the look you envision for your outdoor oasis.

For existing concrete decks, refinishing is an excellent method to achieve dramatic results. Adding a concrete overlay to the old deck will give it new life and provide endless customization options.  The fresh layer of concrete can be stamped or imprinted in a variety of ways to create interesting textures and patterns. It is also possible to mimic the look of much more expensive materials like brick, stone or tile. Adding the concrete overlay will also help to better protect your pool deck from the elements and give it a longer life.

If you’re looking to install a new pool deck for your outdoor space, again the concrete design options are endless. Alcoves, wading pools, waterfalls and other elements are all possibilities. Your concrete pool deck can also be colored and stamped to create the ultimate customized outdoor living space. Colors and textures also come into play here since darker colors can make the concrete surface cooler to walk on, and texture gives the surface more grip and make it less prone to slipping.

With so many great features, it’s easy to see why concrete pool decks have become one of the biggest trends in outdoor living. Their versatility, durability and beauty are truly second to none. Let the experts at Sundek of Washington help you create an enjoyable, functional outdoor area today. They truly are Virginia’s best concrete company!

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/concrete-pool-deck-revitalization-virginia-residents/feed/ 0 Nashville Patio Builder Offers Advice for Designing Exterior Spaces http://www.concrete-design.com/nashville-patio-builder-offers-advice-for-designing-exterior-spaces/ http://www.concrete-design.com/nashville-patio-builder-offers-advice-for-designing-exterior-spaces/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:00:19 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=941 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Nashville Patio Builder Offers Advice for Designing Exterior Spaces", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/nashville-patio-builder-offers-advice-for-designing-exterior-spaces/" });]]> When it comes to your backyard area, you want a space that is well-designed for entertaining as well as relaxing. In areas such as Nashville or Franklin, outdoor living spaces are utilized practically year round, so proper planning of these areas is vital. If you aren’t exactly sure how to design your outdoor living area, look into hiring a professional outdoor construction company.

Options regarding an exterior living space include paver patios, retaining walls for privacy, custom-built fireplaces, and pergolas. Making sure these elements are positioned correctly in your backyard is vital. A company who has experience in the Nashville area will be able to offer tips and advice regarding sun exposure and optimal views.

Owner of Custom Hardscapes, LLC says, “If you want a custom-designed courtyard or patio, it’s best to position it according to your schedule. Do you enjoy your coffee on your porch every morning? If so, position your patio so you can see the sunrise. But if you prefer outdoor cocktails after a long day at work, make sure your space faces west so you can see the sun set.”

An experienced patio or courtyard designer can create a space for you and your loved ones that you’ll be able to enjoy for years to come. Check out more options from Nashville’s best patio builder.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/nashville-patio-builder-offers-advice-for-designing-exterior-spaces/feed/ 0 Greenville Contractor Offers Eco-Friendly Concrete Stains http://www.concrete-design.com/greenville-contractor-offers-eco-friendly-concrete-stains/ http://www.concrete-design.com/greenville-contractor-offers-eco-friendly-concrete-stains/#comments Sun, 11 Dec 2011 15:00:36 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=971 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Greenville Contractor Offers Eco-Friendly Concrete Stains", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/greenville-contractor-offers-eco-friendly-concrete-stains/" });]]> The market demands it, and Greenville’s best concrete contractor offers it. For the consumer who has the environment in mind, eco-friendly concrete stains are a great flooring option. And just because these stains are water-based as opposed to acid-based, you might think the color options are limited. Well, eco-stains offer just as much variety when it comes to hues and color saturation. Furthermore, McHugh’s concrete artisians have been creating decorative concrete flooring since 1993, and they specialize in techniques that will make a stained concrete floor look like marble.

Owner Tom McHugh offers a couple other benefits to interior stained flooring: “Most of the interior stain we carry is water-based so it is not harmful to the customer when it’s applied. Stained basement floors are a great idea for in Wisconsin because when your basement floods you won’t have to replace anything like you would with carpet.”

If you are in the Appleton or Greenville areas of Wisconsin and need an eco-friendly flooring option, look into water-based stains by Greenville’s best concrete contractor.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/greenville-contractor-offers-eco-friendly-concrete-stains/feed/ 0 Eco-Friendly Concrete Stains http://www.concrete-design.com/eco-friendly-concrete-stains/ http://www.concrete-design.com/eco-friendly-concrete-stains/#comments Sun, 11 Dec 2011 15:00:15 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=850 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Eco-Friendly Concrete Stains", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/eco-friendly-concrete-stains/" });]]>
  • Stained concrete driveways, floors, patios, countertops and more have become megatrends in home building and design. Well, did you know this popular trend is also eco-friendly?
  • At SureCrete Design, the Eco-Stain concrete stain gives you all the beauty of stained concrete, and none of the guilt about potentially harming the environment.
  • This solution is perfect for anyone looking to build or update using green building materials.
  • The Eco-Stain is a water based stain that applies color to concrete without the addition of harsh acids or metallic ions.
  • This easy to use product is simple to apply and provides the same rich, multi-tonal color results as a traditional concrete stain.
  • The Eco-Stain is typically applied via spray equipment and works by forcing pigments of color into the pores of the concrete.
  • The blending options and concrete color choices for the Eco-Stain have made it a very popular choice.
  • Currently, there are 29 UV stable color options to choose from.
  • These color pigments can then be mopped, brushed or sponged to create interesting patterns of blended colors.
  • The porosity of the concrete also lends to color hue variation and getting that one-of-a-kind stained concrete look.
  • The Eco-Stain can also be sealed immediately after sufficient drying, there is no need to wait for neutralization or clean-up as with a traditional concrete stain.
  • This user-friendly product is the perfect choice for LEED and GREEN projects.

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]]> http://www.concrete-design.com/eco-friendly-concrete-stains/feed/ 0 San Antonio Concrete Revitalization http://www.concrete-design.com/san-antonio-concrete-revitalization/ http://www.concrete-design.com/san-antonio-concrete-revitalization/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:00:29 +0000 Designer Concrete http://www.concrete-design.com/?p=1013 SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "San Antonio Concrete Revitalization", url: "http://www.concrete-design.com/san-antonio-concrete-revitalization/" });]]> Concrete overlays. Decorative cement coatings.  Concrete rejuvenation. Whatever you call it, it’s a way to fix damaged concrete and make it look more appealing, because no one likes cracked concrete. There have been major advances in the concrete coating industry and you need to be aware of them. For example: Sundek of San Antonio, Central Texas’s name to know in the concrete overlay business, knows the precise way to — not only fix concrete cracks in driveways, sidewalks, pool decks, and patios — but also add a layer of beautification.

Did you know that you can take an ugly concrete surface, and add a thin layer of a concrete-based coating, then apply a designer technique? If you want the look of expensive natural stone, but don’t want to pay for it, ask San Antonio’s best concrete coating company for stamped concrete. You’ll not only love the look, you’ll appreciate the price.

Check out more from the area’s most trusted concrete coating company.

 

 

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