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By K. G. 04 Jan, 2022
Epoxy is becoming increasingly popular due to its versatility and long-lasting results. Epoxy floor coatings provides everything you could desire in a floor coating, yet common mistakes made by beginners can weaken or destroy the epoxy resin. Remember, though; everyone has to start somewhere when learning something new; it is okay. When you get a better understanding of applying epoxy resin, you will see that …
By K. G. 28 Dec, 2021
Installing high-quality countertops is a great way to transform your kitchen or bathroom without spending a fortune. Fortunately, you have many options when it comes to kitchen countertops that will endure a long time. ­House shoppers have long recognized the granite countertops hidden meaning. It is not just a piece of stone; it is a sign of luxury and power. Is that true, though? Certainly, …
By K. G. 20 Dec, 2021
One of the most significant issues surrounding the use of Concrete is the formation of cracks. However, there are multiple ways to address this, with Epoxy being the most reliable and viable. Several factors at play can result in concrete cracks, such as shrinkage, heat, incorrect joint placements, excessive stress and loading conditions, and movements produced by external sources. There are also different techniques and …
By K. G. 14 Dec, 2021
Nothing is more crucial than the flooring you choose when remodeling your entire home or upgrading key elements in a specific room. It influences the aesthetics of a room and affects the functionality and usability of your residence. Concrete floors are probably not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about stylish home designs. They are frequently considered to be drab and uninviting …
By K. G. 16 Nov, 2021
The end of the year is approaching us quickly! Most will take this magical time to celebrate the holidays, enjoy togetherness with loved ones, and of course eat some really good grub! In addition to all the holiday cheer, many of us will endure extremely frigid climate changes. In fact, each year about 33% of the Earth’s landmass endures seasonal snowfall and subzero temperatures. BRRR!! …
By K. G. 26 Oct, 2021
Concrete is a hard material by design, and changing its surface requires force. When you use industrial concrete flooring equipment to clean, repair, grind or polish a concrete slab, you’re doing damage to the surface, however, it is controlled damage so the concrete they leave behind is micro-fractured meaning the concrete cap has been opened. These methods are very aggressive and each one has only …
By K. G. 19 Oct, 2021
There has been a strong trend in modern design for house interiors to employ more sophisticated, contemporary, and low-maintenance materials. Undoubtedly, concrete has always been a material of choice in flooring projects due to its durability and style versatility. Today, this attractive material gets taken up a notch. As a long-term design option, people have begun incorporating various concrete floor surface finishes into their spaces. …
By K. G. 28 Sep, 2021
Surface preparation is by far the most important aspect of the installation process for both applications refinishing and resurfacing applications on concrete floors. In this article, we will discuss the different ingredients to achieving proper concrete surface preparation. A Beginners Guide to Concrete Surface Preparation The process of concrete surface preparation is the beginning step for properly achieving beautiful surface refinishing, whether it be polished …
By K. G. 07 Sep, 2021
Typically, an epoxy moisture vapor barrier is unnecessary. Properly constructed garages that are at or above grade will have a stone base under the concrete slab. So, moisture vapor emission rates (MVER) will be very low. Garages that are below grade or located in geography that has high water tables may have a high MVER, but often the issues can be mitigated by leaving the control joints …
By K. G. 31 Aug, 2021
Cementitious materials are used in concrete patching and crack filling applications to repair cosmetic surface flaws, defects, or hairline cracks in concrete substrates. Some of these repair materials are modified differently to enhance specific bonding properties, like polymers. Though, other options are designed with specialty cement-based materials for fast-setting purposes. Why is Concrete Repair Important? All in all, concrete surfaces are, unfortunately, naturally prone to …
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