by Bill Palmer How many of you believe that we are running out of high quality fly ash? According to Rafic Minkara, president of Headwaters Resources, none of us should raise our hand because he insists there is plenty....
Concrete domes or large shell structures made of stone are hardly ever built any more. The reason is that their construction requires large, expensive supporting structures. Thanks to the studies and innovation of those at TU Vienna, that may...
Floor Coating Terminology You have made the decision to finish off your concrete floor. You have done your research and are looking for a bit more information. There is typical lingo that goes with each industry you encounter; floor...
by Joe Nasvik, based upon an interview with Stan Stratton, Director of Technology Development, L.M. Scofield Company What Causes Efflorescence Efflorescence occurs with all concrete and is the most frequent problem that concrete contractors face with colored concrete. Owners...
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 problem that can damage your health and home Basement moisture problems are very common, but often are not understood or properly treated. In a basement that is seldom used and separate from the living spaces above, this may...
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...
Experimental Energy Production Systems Photos and Post Credit: Building Art Invention DYSCRETE – SOLAR POWER FROM CONCRETE DysCrete is an innovative approach to the generation of energy, based on the same underlying principles as dye-sensitized solar cells (DYSC), from...
Preparing for a Garage Coating Installation Metrolinx Construction often encounters homeowners who want to have a garage coating installation, but don’t know what is or should be involved before we arrive to begin the garage coating installation process. Determine...
Why people choose decorative stamped concrete? Decorative stamped concrete is appealing for many reasons. It is an economical alternative to pavers and natural stone, especially for applications such as patios, driveways, walkways, and pool decks. It also requires less...