How to Stain a Concrete Countertop – using Eco-Stain
When working with Concrete Countertops or Pre Cast Concrete, most pieces can be stained straight out of the mold. Depending on the design of your Concrete Countertop, you may include different finishing techniques such as sanding or the addition of a slurry coat. Lets take a look at a break through in concrete stains called Eco-Stain, and introduce you to some tips that will save you both time and money! If you are using a typical stain you normally encounter... [Read More...]
Precast Concrete Forming System
Xtreme Series Precast Concrete Forming System delivers ease of installation by eliminating the time needed for ripping, screwing, or wasting melamine or other casting surfaces. You will instantly enjoy from the speed and simplicity of the bendable foam rails, as it delivers significant savings in time and labor needed compared to traditional forming methods. The items that make up the system are: Base Material – Form Rails – PSA Tape... [Read More...]
Fixing Pin Holes in Precast Concrete Countertops
Are you tired of Filling Pin Holes in your precast concrete countertops? Let the Xtreme Series technology simplify your slurry process by eliminating the need for a secondary cementitious slurry coat. How does this process work? Start by combining SureCrete’s Lithium Densifier (LD-1800) with the Xtreme Series Polishing Pads and you will enjoy a blemish free densified precast concrete surface, that is now ready for your choice of sealer. Lets... [Read More...]
Recycled aggregates & Glass for Concrete Countertops
One frequently asked question is, “Can you make my concrete countertop look like granite?” Our response in general was to beware of this customer. But what if this is our ultimate customer? One with enormous artistic vision …one that truly thinks outside the form! With this customer you have the opportunity to create that one of a kind concrete countertop that resembles the look of granite or marble through the addition of aggregates, yet has... [Read More...]
How to offer Concrete Countertops – Tips & Advice
So you have decided to enter the concrete countertop business and want to know where to begin your quest for knowledge. Or maybe you have been in the business for a while, realize the many pitfalls and have decided to look for a system that just makes more sense. The same reasons that drew you to the business are usually the same reasons your customers are calling with interest for your work. Many are drawn to concrete countertops because of the... [Read More...]