3 Benefits of Concrete Countertops

When concrete counter tops first came on the scene, people were confused by the industrial nature and appearance. It seemed like a strange choice for a kitchen or bathroom. As time has gone on, concrete counter tops have only increased in popularity. They have made an appearance in Parade homes, on home renovation shows, and …

5 Things To Consider Before You DIY Concrete Coatings

Concrete coatings are growing in popularity as people are made aware of their benefits. Not only do they look incredible, but they are a cheap and easy way to take your basement, garage, or any other concrete surface from blah to beautiful. They can be shiny, matte, nonstick, nonslip, and more. Concrete coatings can transform …

Warmer Weather and Concrete Project

We’re starting to see more and more sunshine, and it’s great to see the temperatures slowly climb. Of course in Utah we still experience the random spring snow and icy cold days, but we can still look forward to the coming spring. Soon we’ll have that dry Utah heat with accompanying barbecues and outdoor activities. …

Repairing Damaged Concrete

The snow is starting to melt. The ice is creeping away. The temperature is rising slowly, and we’re seeing the sun more regularly. The gray ground is turning to brown mud, and little flashes of greenery are starting to appear. The spring rains will begin to wash away all the signs of winter, preparing us …

Preparing Your Backyard For A Summer Barbecue

The sun is shining, birds are chirping, and Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner. It’s the perfect time to celebrate outdoors with your friends and family! It’s pretty traditional to have a big, delicious backyard barbecue over Memorial Day weekend featuring burgers, potato salad, fresh lemonade, and a sweet homemade pie. Of course …

What is Acid Staining Concrete

Concrete: gray, durable, boring, and made for basements, garages, driveways, and sidewalks. It’s a great thing to lay down UNDER your floors, but clearly, you wouldn’t want it to BE your floors, right? WRONG. You may think “gray, durable, boring” when you think concrete, but actually the options are much wider than boring gray. Concrete …

How To Protect Your Concrete Against Utah Snow

The Utah Winter has arrived! Snow has been falling regularly, and it’s likely to be a constant companion until spring. While it’s nice to have a White Christmas, the backbreaking work of shoveling and clearing your driveway gets pretty old. It’s only a matter of time before your alarm needs to be set 30 minutes …