Category Archives: Concrete Coatings

Types of Concrete Restoration and Available Concrete Repair Options

Posted on March 1, 2013 by elitecrete

Concrete Restoration can include superficial cleaning or deep repair of structural concrete. The type of damage sustained by your material will delineate which kind of work will be required to restore the concrete to its original condition. Types of Concrete … Continue reading →

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Home Concrete Staining Basics

Posted on February 5, 2013 by elitecrete

Many homes have large, unfinished basements and enclosed garages with standard concrete floors. Design trends have been incorporating up existing concrete with acid stains, rather than trying to hide the floor with carpet or wood. Basics of Acid Concrete Staining … Continue reading →

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Advantages of Using Decorative Concrete Overlays

Posted on October 31, 2012 by elitecrete

Decorative Concrete Overlays are a relatively new technique to create economical building materials that have a professional look and long lasting finish. To add creativity to concrete projects, homeowners can utilize the skills of a decorative concrete contractor and a … Continue reading →

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Why Use Concrete Epoxy Seal Coatings for Commercial Flooring

Posted on August 30, 2012 by elitecrete

We have the best resources for commercial concrete flooring with information to help you stay current with the latest trends. No longer should your office, shop or warehouse have bare concrete floors. Without a custom surface, concrete floors break down, … Continue reading →

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How Often Does Concrete Need to be Sealed?

Posted on July 17, 2012 by elitecrete

How often concrete needs to be sealed is dependent upon several factors. Some of these include: the life of the sealer applied, outdoor elements, and the vehicle or pedestrian traffic on the concrete surface. Warehouses, driveways, concrete in frequent contact … Continue reading →

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Managing the Short Pot Life of Concrete Coatings

Posted on July 14, 2012 by elitecrete

Once you’ve completed that concrete job of yours you’ve been working so long and hard on, you like to top it off with a flashy concrete coating that gives it a fresh, shiny, and finished look.  You might use a … Continue reading →

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Choosing the Right Preparation Method for Your Concrete Floor Coating

Posted on July 6, 2012 by elitecrete

Coatings can improve the appearance and extend the useful life of your concrete surface and can be a low cost way to make a large improvement to an old and dull area of your building. If you’re leaving it to … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Polished Concrete Floors In New Buildings

Posted on May 8, 2012 by elitecrete

Polished Concrete has become the standard in new construction and the first choice for owners who are renovating concrete floors. There are many factors that have contributed to this dynamic shift in floor design and demands. Environmental, durability, and economic … Continue reading →

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How to Install a Decorative Concrete Overlay

Posted on April 30, 2012 by elitecrete

Concrete can be used as an economical alternative to expensive material such as granite, and is long lasting, durable and very customizable. Concrete coatings can transform drab gray concrete into beautiful art. A great option is a concrete overlay, which … Continue reading →

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See How Pros Acid Stain Concrete In 9 Simple Steps

Posted on February 2, 2012 by elitecrete

Staining concrete has actually been around for many yeas, but is just now gaining popularity. Business owners, homeowners, and designers are attracted to acid-stained concrete because of the unique look that can be created when different colors of stain are … Continue reading →

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