The Basics of Concrete Dye and Stains for Businesses
What Are Concrete Dye and Stains? Dye and stains are colored liquid chemicals that can be applied to surfaces using rollers, sponges, and similar tools. Both can be tinted with color combinations to produce a precise color. Dry times vary by product, but most applications can be completed in 24 hours. When the color has […]
Concrete Floor Finishes: 4 Ways to Make Your Lobby Look Welcoming
1. Ceramic or Laminate Tile Getting the look of tile without the higher risks for cracking is relatively easy to accomplish with paint. First, the existing concrete surface must be thoroughly cleaned and polished. Any cracks or blemishes should be repaired as well. The concrete is then painted in a solid color that imitates grout. […]
Concrete Resurfacing for Warehouses
Potential Pitfalls of Damaged Concrete Damaged concrete can cause other problems in your warehouse and can even damage products you are storing. Cracks can allow moisture to enter your building, both from weather and the ground beneath the foundation. Water inside of gaps can contribute to mold and health problems.Likewise, dust can be tracked throughout […]
Concrete Epoxy Coatings: Choosing the Right Contractor
Talk to Multiple Contractors Like any costly purchase, it is important to shop around before making a final decision. Most companies will provide a free evaluation. You want to be comfortable with the crew that will be working on your concrete floors, so it is important to ask questions upfront. Factors to Evaluate Years of […]
Concrete Paint Tips and Tricks
1. Work with a Professional Contractor. It is easy to think that you can roll on a few coats of paint on your own. While you could, the result would be greatly improved by hiring a contractor. A concrete floor professional will have access to industrial-grade materials, while those at the local hardware store are […]
Creating Winning Floors—with a Little Help from Your Supplier
Using TRU Self-Leveling Underlayment Bauer was looking for a natural high shine polished concrete floor, however the space consisted of an old beat up concrete slab with many trenches through out the floor from past and present tenants floor use. Industrial Concrete Services (ICS) of Gorham, Maine, along with CTS/ Rapid Set Cement, presented TRU Self-Leveling Underlayment to […]
Concrete Resurfacing: A Multiple-Step Process
The floors in your business’s facilities are one of the hardest working members of your team. They literally support everything you are doing, but they get worn out too. When it is time to update the floors, there are several options, depending on the degree of wear. Concrete resurfacing is an option for concrete floors […]
Concrete Polishing: A Cost-effective Update for Worn-Looking Floors
With the economy bouncing back more slowly than anticipated, it has become the norm for homeowners to make do with existing features or used refurbished supplies for upgrades on a budget. Many businesses are doing the same and in the right circumstances, can save thousands of dollars by updating facilities rather than remodeling. Concrete has […]
5 Concrete Floor Waterproofing Options
Although wood and carpet are attractive flooring solutions, they do not hold up well to heavy traffic and can easily become stained and worn. Concrete is a practical alternative in all types of business spaces. The warehouse or storage rooms may be the first location that comes to mind, but break rooms, dining areas, bathrooms, […]
Industrial Floor Coatings: Strong Protection for Heavy Operations
When your business involves heavy equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, your floors put up with a lot of wear and tear. These machines are designed to lift thousands of pounds and can weight quite a bit on their own. Likewise, the constant traffic can create scuff marks and scrape into the surface. Concrete […]