Category: General Flooring
Signs of a Bad Concrete Finishing
Concrete is known to be resilient and long lasting, but that only applies if the job is done correctly. When poured improperly or under the wrong conditions, concrete can suffer excessive cracking, spalling, and more. Thankfully, these situations can often be corrected with concrete crack repair or concrete resurfacing. Other issues such as dusting, uneven […]
Can Your Pour New Concrete Over Old Concrete?
Everyone wants to get the most out of their existing concrete. After all, digging up old concrete and pouring a fresh base is a lot of work. Eventually, concrete does have to be replaced. If the foundation has shifted, deep and wide cracks have formed, and/or roots have grown underneath it, it’s probably time to […]
Understanding the Differences Between Concrete Sealer and Epoxy Coating
Whether you’re looking to protect against stains, increase longevity, or you just want to make your concrete look better, both concrete sealer and epoxy coating can help you out. While concrete sealing and concrete coating are sometimes used interchangeably, they’re two distinct methods for finishing your concrete. Before you decide which one to implement on […]
Protecting Concrete from Stains
Concrete is well-regarded for its durability and longevity. Yet, despite its firm consistency, it’s actually quite porous. This makes it particularly vulnerable to stains, if left unchecked. While stains don’t compromise the structural integrity of concrete, they can be unsightly. Common sources of concrete stains include oil, gas, animal urine, tire tracks, paint, and more. […]
What to Do with Damaged Concrete
With the ice and snow all gone and warmer temperatures upon us, many are noticing some new cracks and damage in their exterior concrete. While a little cracking is to be expected in any concrete, it reaches a point where it becomes unsightly. The question is, what can you do about it? The truth is, […]
Why You Should Finish Your Concrete
A dried concrete surface is technically complete. It’s resilient, long lasting, and ready to be walked across. When it comes to exterior concrete, that’s often how it’s left. For interior concrete, it’s common to cover it up with another material. But we’d say the best thing to do with dried concrete is to finish it. […]
Tile vs. Stamped Concrete
Despite having been a part of interior design for a very, very long time, tiles seem to be as popular as ever. You’ll find tile patterns in plenty of places, particularly bathrooms and kitchens. And while they look nice, they also have some disadvantages. Alternatively, you can achieve the appearance of tile with stamped concrete. […]
Protecting Concrete Flooring in the Winter
Winter is officially here, and while it’s nice to have some snow for Christmas, this season is very hard on, well, just about everything. The snow, ice, cold temperatures, and general moisture is prone to mess up and wear down clothes, cars, streets, floors, and more. If you have concrete flooring in your home or […]
Using Stamped Concrete to Mimic Wood Flooring
Wood floors are back and possibly more loved than ever. More and more, homeowners are ripping up old carpet to reveal beautiful, natural flooring beneath. Meanwhile, new home builds are being made with wood flooring just about everywhere. There’s no denying that wood floors look great, and they’ve proven to be timeless. But they’re not […]
Utilizing Rugs Instead of Carpet
Carpet seems to be a lot less popular than it was a decade or two ago. There are some fair reasons why this is. For starters, carpet gets worn down quickly, and it can become easily stained. Cleaning it can be tricky, and replacing it is an expensive hassle. On top of that, many carpet […]