With all projects, selecting the most efficient piece of equipment to perform the work increases not only production but also provides a safe work environment for you, your employees, and others in the work area. When selecting a method of surface prep, having a goal will guide you through the selec …

Surface preparation is a crucial step toward a successful outcome when applying a coating system, cement-based self-leveling mortar, resinous slurry, or repair mortar to a concrete substrate. The problem occurs when the installer must interpret the written word describing the surface profile nee …

Dust management when drilling, cutting, or grinding concrete is a critical step towards supporting a safe work environment. Airborne concrete dust is dangerous to all that is exposed to it. The first and most important precaution that should be taken is to capture dust as it is produced with an indu …

A handheld angle grinder is a power tool for cutting and grinding. It is among the most prevalent power tools seen in workshops and construction sites. You can use it for a wide range of tasks due to its versatility. Concrete grinding is one of them.When polishing concrete, the entire surface n …

The removal of adhesives or mortar from a floor can be a challenging process. Commercial carpet and vinyl tile flooring are mainly installed using an adhesive. Ceramic and porcelain tile uses a cement base mortar to develop a stable, void free substrate for the tile to rest on and develop a stro …

The term “Stain” in the concrete industry describes a liquid coloring material used to impart color to existing, hardened concrete.But what is stain? Stain can be a colorant in solution, suspension, or in a reactive form. A dye colorant in solution, like wood stain, will penetrate the substrate …

When preparing a concrete surface for the installation of a flooring system, whether it be a coating (thin) or topping (thick), you will use a mechanical means of prep. Mechanical prep is using a mechanical device to clean and roughen the surface removing all bond-inhibiting materials.Three main …

When placing a cement-based overlay or resinous coating system, both involve similar steps to have a successful installation. They both require protecting the surrounding area, material mixing, and preparing the substrate. With these, the most complex task will be preparing the surface.Preparing …

Selecting the “best” flooring system for an industrial or commercial project can be quite daunting. Due to the potential size, there might be multiple areas within the building that will require various levels of protection.Let us begin by defining what protection means. According to Webster, it …

Concrete is produced using sand, cement, and large coarse aggregate. Cement self-leveling overlay mortars are produced with sand, cement, and small aggregate. When designing a mix that is flowable when placed in a thin cross-section, the aggregate needs to be no larger the half of the final thic …