Make It Last With Concrete Sealers
Make It Last With Concrete Sealers Posted in August 22nd, 2008 Category:Cleaning Tips and Tools If you’ve just finished a concrete project such as pouring a driveway ... . The best option is to use a concrete sealer, especially if your work is decorative and costs [more...]
Date: 2008-08-22 23:48:03
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UV-Activated Sealer Cures in Seconds
Question: I’ve heard about a new countertop sealer on the market that reacts with ultraviolet light. How does the sealer work and is it any good? ... for concrete countertops. While UV-curable finishes are common in the cabinet and flooring industries, a UV- curable sealer for concrete is a rarity. Historically, bonding issues have been the problem [more...]
Date: 2009-01-01 19:42:31
Update on Assorted Transits
We are making progress on the basement cleanup project and life is sloooowly beginning to hint at getting back to what passes for normal around here ... concrete floor has been scrubbed clean and sealed with concrete sealer for the first time. In fact [more...]
Date: 2008-11-01 17:24:00
More Mantle
Last weekend, I put the final coats of polyacrylic on the mantle and inserted the steel rods which will be supporting much of the weight of this big ... of the mantle with the best polyurethane construction adhesive I could find before we did the final ... will get a coat of concrete sealer after they go up.Tuesday, I applied wire mesh to the wall where [more...]
Date: 2008-11-15 10:13:00
Best tile sealers
We all know that tiles make our house look beautiful ... ,they have discoverd a Concrete Sealers which lasts for more than ten years.I am a fan ... from scratches, fading, staining, and color changes.The sealers provided by other companies [more...]
Date: 2008-09-11 04:15:52
Painted Basement Floor
Its really nice to have some hits on my blog. I am glad to try to answer some questions about my basement remodel ... was called Bear Claw. I used two coats using a roller and a extension poll. I used a concrete sealer ... . I have had a few questions on the floor paint and process. I also had some floor questions from another sight where [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 18:20:50
Applying Concrete Sealer and Stain
If you have recently completed a project using concrete, you may need to seal the surface to prevent water and other seepage. Additionally, some concrete projects will receive an aesthetic "lift" if stained properly. [more...]
Date: 2008-11-30 09:16:47
Learn How to Remodel Green at the Great Lakes Green 2008 Conference in Grand Rapids
Educational sessions to provide homeowners and industry professionals with green remodeling solutions There are 125 million single family homes ... elements into homes including: - Low-VOC caulks, paints and water based low-VOC sealers - Natural stone, ceramic tile, concrete or linoleum flooring - Exterior grade plywood sealed with a no-VOC [more...]
Date: 2008-08-14 22:12:27
RE: lightweight concrete topping on wood
Andrew - Whatever you do, don't use 2". If you use anything, use 1-1/2" ... we have them spray the concrete with water sealer, a bond breaker, or anything like that? Thanks,Andrew Kester ... :seaint@seaint.orgSubject: lightweight concrete topping on wood For a small two-story apartment building [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 03:49:00
Tennant Company (TNC) Provides Sure Footing
Founded in 1870 by George H. Tennant as a Minneapolis sawmill producing wood products and flooring for local businesses, ... includes coatings, sealers, and resurfacers to protect concrete floors and make them easier to clean ... and outdoor surfaces. They also produce coatings for repairing, protecting, and adding aesthetically [more...]
Date: 2008-08-13 14:20:14
SunnyDry Concrete and Masonry Foundation Waterproofer Sealer Review
About one year ago we applied Wall Firma’s SunnyDry Foundation Waterproofer to seal more than 700 sq ft ... pleased with the results. SunnyDry’s Foundation Waterproofer completely sealed the basement walls ... is substantially reduced. Purchase Information & Price We purchased SunnyDry Concrete Waterproofer [more...]
Date: 2008-07-03 11:30:45
Exciting New Products at IBS
Here at BobVila.com, we're excited about this week's International Builders' Show in Las Vegas ... moisture- and stain- resistant. Flo-Coat Driveway Sealer restores concrete surface to like new condition [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 11:00:00
Classic Garden Arbor with Bench
Create an intimate backyard retreat with the Classic Garden Arbor ... . If you prefer the cedar will accept almost any type of wood sealer or stain to preserve the original ... or concrete based on soil conditions. $439.99 | Arbors with Benches | Read more... [more...]
Date: 2008-12-30 22:27:07
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Date: 2008-08-31 05:51:43
Current Business Strategy
A Case Study of Resene Paints a) Resene Paints’ Current Business Strategy Resene paints stick to their basic level ... in their product range are primers, sealers, undercoats, and topcoats for use on wood, steel, concrete [more...]
Date: 2008-08-11 07:58:48
Building Exteriors are Important Too
After more than 40 years in the construction trades I have noticed that the exterior of buildings is usually not given enough emphasis from a ... building can be anything from concrete, to concrete blocks, brick, stucco or glass and steel to name ... better than caulking the seals with a high quality sealer that is less than 1/10th the cost. Caulking [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 09:00:18
Product Highlight: AFM Safecoat® Paints and Building Products
At Safecoat®, protecting personal health has always been the companies first priority ... responsible, sustainable and non-polluting paints, stains, wood finishes, sealers and related green ... preservatives. A “safe coat” is actually created for products from wood to metal to concrete, carpets [more...]
Date: 2008-10-16 21:24:49
Moving On – Tile, Mortar, Grout
Even in sadness, work in the house continues full speed ahead ... , although the entry way tile has not been seal yet. We got a new batch of stone tile sealer that works ... in Eric's studio was a huge pain in the ass to do as the pitch of the concrete in that section was so crazy [more...]
Date: 2008-08-25 03:04:10
Wedding Festivities
It began with a bridal shower...The poor bride-to-be was still on the mend from a motorized scooter accident ... her injured self back home. She was greeted by the concrete of her front porch after passing out. Moments ... were beaming. She looked absolutely beautiful. As we were leaving the sealing room, the sealer [more...]
Date: 2008-08-19 15:45:00
Now’s the Time to Plan Your Fence for 2009
by Stephen Robinson Most people only think of repairing damaged fencing or starting a new fence project between Spring and Fall ... to be able to perform the function of digging and concrete work, it’s a great time to measure ... . In the event that you need to use cheaper materials, leave enough budget for a good all-weather sealer [more...]
Date: 2008-12-25 16:40:03
Tunnel done!
Another god knows how long into this job, it's done!Just have to sound proof it.Stuck some oil in the box and bolted down the rear gearbox mount.I'll use 3M windscreen sealer to seal the box. It stays supple and is easy to clean off.Have ... from Halfards its feeling rough and just disappears a few weeks later. This stuff is like concrete!Etched [more...]
Date: 2009-01-18 16:25:00
9 Ways YOU can Make a Revolution
Simple shit that you can do! I was listening to a podcast by Melbourne Anarchist Joe Toscano. I love his ideas on activism, but I wouldn’t wish his podcast on anyone (painful listening)! These nine ideas are lifted from his podcast on the 7th of Jan 2009, interpreted/butchered by yours truly, with a few ideas and ramblings of my own thrown in [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 11:26:27
A quick update even though I'm still supposed to be on break
How was everyone's Christmas?? Ours went quite well if I do say so myself ... sealer which will be great for in the summer when I go to freeze produce, a set of stainless steel ... people and haven't quite made concrete plans. We've been invited to a couple different gatherings [more...]
Date: 2008-12-31 12:23:14
Kitchens in the Parade of (Pretentious) Homes
Huge spec homes feature more kitchen that anyone needs and minimal green featuresA friend and I recently went to the Parade of Homes, ... when you can just as easily have two? Countertops: Granite is fading as stained and textured concrete ... , "Although pricey — concrete costs from $70 to $150 per square foot, almost twice as much as granite — [more...]
Date: 2008-08-15 01:02:00
EAST Interview: Larry Isgur and His Very Heavy Art
Table, Bench and Fountain Installation by Larry Isgur East Austin Studio Tour Saturday, November 22 - Sunday, November 23 Various Venues (Austin) ... free, 10am-5pm both days info There is a certain permanence that comes with the word "concrete." Coming from the Latin "concretus" meaning hard or hardened, concrete carries with it a connotation [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 18:17:18
Epoxy Garage Floors | The "Mercedes" House
Last week the team at Holland Painting located out of Wichita Kansas finished an epoxy garage floor job I like to refer to as the Mercedes House ( ... have soaked in and getting any concrete sealers previously applied. In this case we started ... of previous sealers Holland Painting filled in any concrete cracks with crack filler and allowed [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 19:02:00
Doing Business in a Green Office Building
Written by John Ivanko, courtesy of Sustainablog.org For a growing number of people, sustainable living means endeavoring as ecopreneurs for organizations with missions they believe in while working in a “green office” space that incorporates green or sustainable design [more...]
Date: 2008-11-09 19:37:24
Staining Your Concrete Floor for a Great Look
The technique of acid staining can transform typical concrete flooring into the look of natural stone ... that have radiant floor heating, this system works best when insulating materials like tile ... of staining a concrete floor is not especially complex, but it can be tricky to get the results you want [more...]
Date: 2008-12-02 06:12:44
Greener Products for Home Improvement
New Renewable or Reusable Materials Available © Patricia Faulhaber Thinking of doing some home improvement in the near future? ... from recycled waste of bottle-cork manufacturers. How about a floor made of Marmoleum? It is made ... Concrete Products Recycled concrete aggregate is becoming [more...]
Date: 2008-09-07 00:19:51
Acrylic and enamel comparision
Hi: I just found this potentially useful article comparing acrylics and enamels. It was taken from a home care site but I think its more than relevant to our works. Take care, Jeff : Paint Specifications What is the difference between water based (acrylic ) and oil based (enamel)? Is acrylic better than enamel? [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 21:02:49
Superscope™ II Non-Ammoniated Stripper
Superscope II Non-Ammoniated Stripper has a new and improved formula that will out due all of your previous strippers ... from Superscope will remove all types of floor finishes and most sealers. This product is for use on vinyl, vinyl composition, asphalt, rubber, brick, terrazzo, quarry tile and concrete. We offer this product [more...]
Date: 2008-12-11 05:12:38
EDGY, FUN, BEAUTIFUL … CONCRETE GETS A MAKEOVER!
EDGY, FUN, BEAUTIFUL … CONCRETE GETS A MAKEOVER! Concrete designs are one of the hot new trends for patios, floors, entryways, countertops, ... remodels, stunning concrete creations are growing into a viable interior design option. Concrete ... caught up with local Florida concrete interior designer/contractor Zachary Coletti, owner of Concrete [more...]
Date: 2008-12-16 04:22:25
Veterans Looking for a Career Change? Try Concrete!
November 21, 2008 in Uncategorized | Tags: decorative concrete, military veterans Engrave-A-Crete, Inc, ... military veterans of the Iraq, Afghanistan, and Persian Gulf conflicts. Decorative concrete engraving has lots to recommend it. Existing concrete becomes beautiful with engraved patterns, stain [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 22:14:42
How To Care For Granite Countertops
Kitchen designed and granite sealed by Mosby Building Arts ... sealers are typically a surface solution that forms a protective top layer on your stone, but it wears ... . ProTreat Sealer can go over any previous sealers you’ve used and does not change the appearance [more...]
Date: 2008-12-22 16:15:55
Review: The Complete Deck Book by Sunset Books
Sunset Books’ The Complete Deck Book (TCDB) makes a pretty audacious claim in its subtitle: “Everything You Need to Plan, Build, or Buy the Perfect Deck for Your Home.” My opinion: it pretty well lives up to its claim. If you’re looking for a one stop shop for all things decking, Sunset’s TCDB is a great place to start [more...]
Date: 2008-07-08 04:00:20
Special Report and Tips from “Rock Tops Granite”: Choosing the Material for your Countertop
Marble Countertops Marble is a crystallized limestone, composed of quartz which can be polished to a mirror-finish, ... finish. Marble countertops require little maintenance to keep their original fabricated look ... , cracks and breakage. Two main types of Marble Countertops The two main types of marble [more...]
Date: 2008-11-01 12:54:43
Garage Floor Mats - How To Easily Improve The Look Of Your Garage WIthout Hiring A Professional
Oftentimes, it is very hard to protect your garage floor from the many elements it comes in contact with everyday. This is especially true for garages with bare concrete floors. It’s a good thing ... that can damage the concrete permanently. When choosing which flooring idea to adapt [more...]
Date: 1999-11-30 00:00:00
Rock Tops Inc. Vote # 1 Supplier by National Real Estate Network Granite Countertop Fabricator gives Report on 12 Choices for Kitchen Countertops, Macomb, Michigan
A homeowner’s countertop is one of the most noticeable features in their kitchen; ... with sealers and cleaners specifically designed for use on granite. Marble is also a very popular ... with cleaners and sealers specifically designed for use on marble surfaces. Soapstone is a softer [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 09:22:00
Selling Deck Washing Services in Your Power Wash Business
Selling deck cleaning and washing services takes a little practice ... that; “Our extensive knowledge of woods and sealers ensures your satisfaction. We use top quality sealers that do not contain wax. Most retail brand water sealers cost considerably less to make [more...]
Date: 2008-10-30 05:33:35
Superhog Day - Superbowls and Groundhogs
Here it is midwinter and it has been frigid outside. While shut in by the cold, I have been working on getting a hydroponic winter garden started. It is a project that I should have begun much earlier in the year, and one that has been a real learning experience [more...]
Date: 2009-01-21 09:09:41
Concrete Sealer- Why You Need One and How it Effects Your Concrete
Concrete Sealer- Why You Need One and How it Effects Your Concrete Posted in August 26th, 2008 Category:Concrete Why use concrete sealers? Concrete although being dense it is still porous allowing it to absorb water, stains, chemicals or anything that it comes in contact with. Concrete sealers prevent this from happening by allowing [more...]
Date: 2008-08-26 09:16:20
Learn How to Lay Ceramic Floor Tile the Right Way
by Rashel Dan Anybody can learn how to lay ceramic floor tile. All you may need is the basic instructions on how to do it ... of subfloors: Vinyl, plywood, and the concrete floors. Installing ceramic tile directly to vinyl ... . Concrete floors are the most ideal subfloor surface to work with. But before you start tiling over [more...]
Date: 2008-11-12 15:16:37
Seal your concrete patio for a longer life
Not everyone has a concrete patio, or even any real concrete on their property ... and protected. Using the wrong sealer or not learning how to apply concrete sealer and applying it improperly can ruin an otherwise flawless concrete installation. A concrete sealer can make concrete [more...]
Date: 2008-12-31 16:22:09
Learn How to Lay Ceramic Floor Tile the Right Way
by Rashel Dan Anybody can learn how to lay ceramic floor tile. All you may need is the basic instructions on how to do it ... , plywood, and the concrete floors. Installing ceramic tile directly to vinyl or linoleum floors ... . The easiest subfloors to work on are concrete subfloors. But before you start tiling over the subfloor [more...]
Date: 2008-12-09 21:08:49
Colored Concrete Sealers
Colored Concrete Sealers Posted in August 24th, 2008 Category:Concrete Is your colored concrete safe? ... Sealers on it. These specialized Concrete Sealers, like any other Concrete Sealers, provide ... Have you given that finishing touch to architectural concrete? If not, then do it right away [more...]
Date: 2008-08-24 07:08:07
"Learning How to Lay Ceramic Floor Tile the Right Way"
Learning How to Lay Ceramic Floor Tile the Right Way Published by Rashel Dan on December 2, 2008 in Interior Design ... of subfloors: Vinyl, plywood, and the concrete floors. Installing ceramic tile directly to vinyl ... your plywood subsurface. Concrete subfloors are the easiest to work on. But before you start tiling over [more...]
Date: 2008-12-02 10:24:59
Wet Basement Walls? Here’s The Lowdown on Waterproofing
The Lowdown on Waterproofing Basement Walls Waterproofing basement walls should be a standard thing to do when finishing a basement ... or be used to drain a variety of underground drainage pipes. Wall Sealers - Varieties include spray applied basement wall sealers, brush or roller applied basement waterproofing sealers, or panel type [more...]
Date: 2008-12-28 02:54:10
Strategic Management Revision
Case Analysis: Resene Paints Introduction This paper will be focusing on Resene Paints in particular ... , paint for concrete. Today, the firm is an international company with four manufacturing operations [more...]
Date: 2008-08-27 17:16:40
Commercial Concrete Floor Sealers
Commercial Concrete Floor Sealers Posted in August 24th, 2008 Category:Concrete A commercial concrete floor sealer, ... finish and excellent adhesion properties. Commercial concrete floor sealers are most commonly used ... also known as concrete floor finisher, is a resin-based, water emulsion sealing compound applied [more...]
Date: 2008-08-25 02:16:05
Best Concrete Sealers
Best Concrete Sealers Posted in August 23rd, 2008 Category: ... Concrete Concrete sealers play a major role in strengthening and protecting concrete works. A number of concrete sealers are now available, including gum resins, linseed oil, silicon derivatives [more...]
Date: 2008-08-24 01:08:02
