by Joe Nasvik Slab-on-grade floor and pavement panels shrink less and have almost no curl Adding steel or microsynthetic fibers to concrete isn’t new; we’ve been doing it for the past 40 years. Macrosynthetic fibers are a more recent...
A Concrete Fact Did you know that architects in ancient Rome used concrete to create many durable structures, some of which are still standing.But the recipe for how to make concrete was forgotten for more than a thousand years...
Commercial Floor Coating Checklist There are many choices in commercial flooring to choose from. Metrolinx Construction can help you in selecting the commercial floor coating solution that will match your requirements. Start off by answering the following questions. Aesthetics...
Pop-outs Diagnosis: Also known as rock-pops, they are small cone-shaped pieces of a concrete surface that separate due to focused internal pressure. Small pop-outs leave holes up to 0.4 in. (10 mm) in diameter; medium pop-outs leave holes 0.4...
Job Planning For Architects, Engineers, Property Owners, and Other Important People You can never be too prepared. The information below will help you get organized before starting surface preparation work. Without taking these things into consideration, you could end...
A Decorative Concrete Facelift Can Add Value to your Home or Commercial Property Concrete can be beautiful – even a work of art – and the effect of a decorative concrete facelift can add value and enjoyment to your...
What are craze cracks? Crazing is the development of a network of fine random cracks or fissures on the surface of concrete or mortar caused by shrinkage of the surface layer. Craze cracks are small pattern cracks on a...
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Accoustic Panels made from Wood-Wool Cement The Baux Acoustic Panels, designed by Form Us With Love, are composed of a recyclable, environmentally friendly combination of wood wool, cement and water. The material not only has acoustic properties, it balances...
Take the World of Concrete 2014 Tour World of Concrete 2014 took place in Las Vegas between January 21 and 24. Metrolinx Construction was there touring all the exciting events and equipment announcements at the show. The show celebrated...