Color may be added to concrete by adding pigments-before or after concrete is place-and using white cement rather than conventional gray cement, by using chemical stains, or by exposing colorful aggregates at the surface. Textured finishes can vary from a smooth polish to the roughness of gravel. Geometric patterns can be scored, stamped, rolled, or inlaid into the concrete to resemble stone, brick or tile paving.

Because of how the material is produced, the material can dissipate the heat a lot quicker, making the surface cooler. See similar questions...

Answer: Tied concrete shoulders (with tie bars) provide stress reduction along the longitudinal joint between the outside lane and the shoulder. The largest amount of stress from truck tires is along the outside edge of pavement, so the tied shoulder spreads the load more uniformly across the longitudinal joint. An asphalt concrete shoulder does not connect to the PCC and does not provide that edge support like a tied PCC shoulder. See similar questions...

The main reason that people seal their Brick Pavers or Decorative Concrete is to create an enhanced "wet" look. This will deepen the colors and add a satin to semi gloss shine. It will also protect the pavers and cement from spills, oils, and the degrading effects of the sun. See similar questions...

Yes, anywhere tile can go, decorative concrete can go. Our decorative concrete surfaces decorative concrete flooring is an extremely versatile flooring system. It can be applied on any floor in the house because of its lightweight properties and durability. The biggest problem with high-end flooring is that most clients will purchase what they can afford, not what they really want. The versatility of our decorative concrete texturing allows our clients to get what they really want. See similar questions...

Many landscape architects like the organic, rough-textured look of plain pervious concrete. But for installers who want to enhance the aesthetics, there are several options. Integral coloring agents can be added to the concrete before its placed. Or water-based concrete stains can be sprayed onto the surface after installation. (Dont use solvent-based coatings or sealers because they can clog the voids in the pavement. See similar questions...

pattern is cut INTO the concrete/asphalt. The pattern will last as long as the concrete/asphalt because it See similar questions...

Concrete is a commonly requested material. To be honest, we don't know much about gluing to concrete. You could check with some building sites. Cement is the adhesive that holds concrete together. It will take some research on our part but we are thinking about doing concrete. A very cool and specialized glue! It does its job then you can roll it into ball and ... well, have a ball with it. The glue that is used for "tip ins" (magazine jargon) is referred to as a Peel and Stick glue. See similar questions...

Cost is usually relative to the quality of the finished product. All polishing is labor intensive, however, taking the time to do the job properly can take considerable more time than a sloppy job. Keep in mind, the nicer the finish, the more imperfections can appear, a fine sanding scratch, or exceptional buffing lines may not show in a dull finish, yet can be dramatic in a finish with lots of clarity. Extra time is involved in ‘perfecting’ the finish. See similar questions...

The best thing you can do is throw away some items that you will not need at your new home. Anything that you plan on throwing away later doesn’t need to be moved. For more tips, see our Tips on Saving Money Section See similar questions...

We’re sorry, but nearly everything in the restaurant is custom ordered and exclusive to Bahama Breeze. These items are not available for sale. See similar questions...

Life is too short to live with plain white walls! A decorative finish adds interest and beauty to any space. It enhances your decor and can even hide flaws in your walls. Clients with children and pets often comment how much less they see fingerprints and scuff marks on their walls after they've had a decorative treatment applied on them. See similar questions...

For centuries, artists have been using glazes for building up flesh tones, deepening shadows and adding depth or luminosity to paint colors. Glazing is now being used regularly to add that same richness and depth to the walls of homes and businesses. The glazing medium is mixed with paint and then manipulated with various types of materials such as cheesecloth, plastic, combs or brushes to achieve a wide array of affects. See similar questions...

A Veneer is a thin layer on the outside to give the appearance of stone construction. Veneer's are used mostly around fireplaces and other inside areas. See similar questions...

The typical application is applied at 1/8 inch, although it can be applied as thin or as thick as necessary depending on the application. See similar questions...

Decorative overlay is a polymer modified cementicious mix designed to give excellent protective durability, while decorating new or existing concrete to simulate brick, tile, stone, slate, and other configurations. See similar questions...

Resurface with Concrete or Epoxy Floor Coatings for a weather resistant, semi-permanent, attractive low maintenance finish! See similar questions...