chemical solutions to concrete problems
Eight concrete artists’ innovative designs created a buzz during the September Concrete Décor Show’s inaugural Brawl in the Fall event, designed to show the latest and greatest developments in decorative concrete.
Yearly Archives: 2014
Top 10 Tips: Acryl Pen
Acryl Pen is a pigmented silane sealer, ideal for porous or textured exterior concrete. The decorative coating not only beautifies concrete, but also protects the surface and allows for vapor transmission. Follow these Top 10 Tips – compiled from frequently asked questions and real customer applications – to get the most from your Acryl Pen application.
Kyle Field Precaster Used Brick Release
Critics, fans and industry experts touted Texas A&M’s renovated Kyle Field as college football’s premier stadium when the doors opened for the 2014 season – and the $450 million renovations were only half complete. Still, the stadium’s 20,000 additional seats, new statues and 163-foot wide 1080p video screen – the largest in college athletics – wowed attendees.
Independent Testing Confirms Duro-Nox Abrasion Resistance
Concrete floors are subjected to continuous wear, from heavy equipment in the manufacturing world to the retail industry’s constant foot traffic. In response, many design professionals use liquid floor hardeners or densifiers to increase protection against potential damage and premature wear of the slab surface.
Pickled Rebar and Tilt-Up Panels
It is a frustrating occurrence on any tilt-up job – a wall is lifted and placed, only to reveal an unsightly, familiar grid pattern on one side. Though the first thought may be to blame an inferior bondbreaker, or even improper application, there may be something else at play.