In generations past, trying to beat the heat meant loading up all your gear and making the trek to the nearest beach, lake, or river. While the water was refreshing, the sand could be blistering hot and uncomfortable on bare feet. Nowadays, it’s common to be able to simply step
Your decorative concrete has been in place for several years and you’re beginning to notice a few cracks or chips, or perhaps some fading and discoloration – what to do? Not to panic; unless there is an underlying issue with the sub-base of the concrete, most of the damage is
Your home is probably your largest investment. To maintain and even increase the value of that home should be a priority, whether you plan to remain there forever or are considering selling the property at some point. An easy, affordable way to add to the value of your property is
For the majority of homeowners or businesses wanting to update and refurbish their existing concrete, the simple answer to this question would be «yes». However, there are a few exceptions to be considered that would turn the answer to «no». When deciding on having a decorative overlay applied, your existing
Now that summer is here, pool resurfacing is on high demand by home owners. This service is done to outdoor pool areas that have existing concrete flooring and that need to be retouched giving the area refreshed and renewed look. BBQs and pool parties take place now during the summer
Now that your beautiful new decorative concrete has been installed, you may be wondering what’s next and how to preserve the original beauty. Many decorative concrete installers offer a maintenance program, but many homeowners choose to do it themselves. Decorative concrete will last many, many years with very little maintenance.
Concrete has long been a staple in the construction industry; driveways, sidewalks, and foundations are common uses for concrete. New technologies and techniques, however, have greatly expanded the use of concrete into areas not usually considered in the past. One such area is the floor. Floors are a necessary part
There is no better way to cool off and enjoy the hot lazy days of summer than lounging around a nice sparkling pool with family and friends. Having a pool installed used to be every homeowners dream, now pools are commonplace and enjoyed by the majority of homeowners in many
Originally used mostly for commercial purposes and foundations for homes, the durability and versatility of concrete soon brought it to the forefront of building design. Properly laid and maintained concrete will last for many years. Over time, however, the abuses of neglect or severe weather conditions may have your concrete
When deciding whether to repair or replace existing concrete, check the facts. Unless the concrete is damaged beyond repair, decorative concrete is a much more cost-effective alternative. There are many myths and downright falsehoods floating around about the use of decorative concrete, the top 10 being addressed here. 1 – Decorative
