Concrete and tile aren’t two words you would usually put together. Concrete is one thing, and tile is another. Sure, they are both relevant and helpful elements for any home building or renovation project, but they don’t really seem related. Until now! Concrete has taken some serious steps forward in the world of home design. …
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Go Green With Concrete
Our generation has done some amazing things—with technology, science, and art—but our greatest accomplishment might be our awareness of the environment and attempts to be more sensitive and “green.” We’re reducing our emissions from vehicles, decreasing greenhouse gasses, and moving towards recyclable and renewable materials. Sure, we still do damage to the environment in our …
Advantages of Epoxy Coatings During the Winter in Utah
Winter can be extremely damaging to concrete, especially in cold environments like Utah. This damage is often caused by the concrete freezing and thawing in uneven intervals, causing structural damage to the concrete which is compounded from one winter to the next. Common forms of damage are crumbling, separation, and cracking. One of the principle …
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Concrete 101: The Basics
Types of Concrete When you’re driving down the road, walking down your sidewalk or shoveling off your driveway you may notice the concrete surface. It’s all the same, right? Cement is cement is cement. Whether it’s for a basketball court or a boulevard, cement is everywhere. But it may not all be the same. There …
Top 5 Reasons To Install Concrete Countertops For Kitchens
Concrete counters are somewhat misunderstood. This is one of the main reasons people tend to shy away from concrete. Here are some of the top things you need to know about concrete and why you should consider using it in your countertops. Beauty effect Many people imagine laying a slab of sidewalk in their kitchen …
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Preparing Your Concrete for Winter
Winterize Your Concrete Winter is coming. And if you live in Utah then you know that this is no idle statement. Sometimes our winters are mild and warm, but more often they are cold and icy and above all – long. It can rain, hail, and snow for days on end. The precipitation can freeze, …
New Places For Concrete In Your Home
Concrete is an affordable, renewable, safe and easy resource with which to experiment. Cement projects are often easy enough to do yourself, but even large scale projects done by experts can be within a limited budget. There’s so much you can do with concrete, but it’s often overlooked as a boring or basic material. Whether …
6 Ways to Use Concrete
Concrete is an affordable, renewable, safe and easy resource with which to experiment. Cement projects are often easy enough to do yourself, but even large scale projects done by experts can be within a limited budget. There’s so much you can do with concrete, but it’s often overlooked as a boring or basic material. Whether …
Benefits of Using Concrete Epoxy Coating
Concrete is already pretty tough and durable. However, left untreated, cement can crack, crumble, chip, or otherwise be damaged. Additionally, concrete is very porous which means it absorbs liquids quite readily. The absorption of liquid can create stains and lead to damage. For instance, if the liquid that is absorbed is water and then temperatures …
5 Best Uses For Concrete
Concrete can be used in any number of ways. Traditionally, many people think that cement is good for only sidewalks, driveways, and garage floors. While concrete is great in those areas, cement can also be used in other creative and beautiful ways. One of the main things that keep people from dreaming of beautiful concrete …