Concrete Countertops

JM Lifestyles in New Jersey installs or ships their Woodform® Concrete creations all over the world.
Finishing Techniques for Concrete Countertops
As one of the few building materials created from raw ingredients, concrete is a fantastic material to design and work.
December 1, 2015
Buddy Rhodes, owner of Buddy Rhodes Concrete Products, achieves the Pressed Surface look in this precast application.
How to Choose a Concrete Countertop Mix Design
September 1, 2011
How to Marble Concrete
How I Make Concrete Marble
September 16, 2021
1250778145170 10292818
To Cast-in-place or Precast, That Is the Question
April 24, 2009
Lythic and MTSU will hold public Day1 trowel aid tests as the 2013 World of Concrete and are looking for contractor volunteers.
Tests Show Troweling Aid Extends Concrete Finishing Time and Strengthens Slab
December 14, 2012
When you mix high dosage levels of macro fibers in concrete, one of challenges is to achieve a good blending between concrete and fiber.
How High Dosage Levels of Macro Fibers Are Improving Concrete Slabs
August 21, 2013
Recommended
Battery-powered roller screeds are suited for remote applications. They have no cords or hoses and can be easily operated in remote environments with a limited power supply.
Circular Concrete Pours: Tips on Pouring a Circular Foundation for a Grain Bin
When the job is a foundation for a grain bin, you can find limitations and unique challenges to such a remote setting. Investing in specialized equipment may save time and provide a long-lasting foundation.
May 10, 2021
Construction Site
7 Methods for Testing Concrete Strength
There are many different practices aside from cylinder break tests that can be used.
June 11, 2019
3 Questions Contractors Need to Consider When Comparing Generator Types
Sponsored
3 Questions Contractors Need to Consider When Comparing Generator Types
Contractors have more generator options than ever before. But which one is right for your business depends on your needs, usage habits and more.
March 4, 2024
Latest
Scaling, above, and premature surface wear typically occur when contractors mix bleedwater into the surface or trap bleedwater and air directly beneath the surface.
Avoid Surface Defects on Exterior Slabs
The proper finishing techniques will help you avoid defects like premature wear, scaling, mortar flaking and plastic-shrinkage cracking.
April 21, 2011
Restraightening will cut down high spots and fill low spots; it can increase FF numbers from about 30 to 50 percent.
How to Finish Flatter Concrete Floors
Proper concrete finishing tools and techniques will help you increase your FF numbers so that placing very flat and super flat floors becomes routine
May 18, 2012
Sundeck of San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas won the WOW! Award, best overall project, for Mission Concepcion Park, also in San Antonio. The surface needed to be durable enough to hold up under significant bike and foot traffic. The acid stain was applied first, followed by months of using a needle scaler to remove the surface of the concrete. The beautiful transformation to stained and exposed concrete pavement presents a wonderful contrast between liquid nature and solid infrastructure.
The Decorative Concrete Council (DCC) Announces Winners of its 9th Annual Decorative Concrete Awards
The winners were recognized at a ceremony at the World of Concrete, Las Vegas, on January 17, 2017.
January 26, 2017
SAK16 018 Countertop Mix 587e3bf8cd8fd
Sakrete Introduces Concrete Countertop Mix at World of Concrete 2017
Sakrete Concrete Countertop Mix can be manipulated to fit any design aesthetic. Using a form, contractors can pour the mix on-site to create the exact shape and thickness desired.
January 17, 2017
GFRC Admix 582925758b270
Trinic GFRC All Powdered Admix
The GFRC admix allows contractors to design mixes well over 20,000 PSI without compromising flexural strength.
November 13, 2016
Jake Brady, owner/designer of Jake Brady Concrete By Design (www.JakeBradyConcrete.com) created this stunning concrete countertop for a kitchen.
GFRC Offers New Design Options for Concrete Countertops
With the introduction of GFRC into the marketplace over the past several years, contractors and specialty precast shops have taken to this new style of concrete construction.
December 1, 2015
Functionality That Makes a Difference | JLG®
Sponsored
Functionality That Makes a Difference | JLG®
From Smart Load technology to self-leveling innovations, helping you and your crew return home safely is more than our job – it’s why we’re here.
March 1, 2024
concrete kitchen 564ba69d8c629
Finding Success in Artisan Concrete
What are the tools needed for a contractor to find success in artisan concrete work?
December 1, 2015
BASF MasterFiber MAC 2200 CB
VIDEO: BASF MasterFiber MAC 2200 CB
BASF Corporation’s Admixture Systems introduces MasterFiber MAC 2200 CB, a first-of-its-kind macrosynthetic fiber that chemically bonds to concrete.
February 11, 2015
Klaus-Alexander Rieder, Kumar Ranganathan Win 2014 Grace Award for Technical Excellence
Grace announces that Dr. Klaus-Alexander Rieder and Dr. Kumar Ranganathan of Grace Construction Products (GCP) are the recipients of the 2014 Grace Award for Technical Excellence for the development of STRUX – a series of novel synthetic macro fibers.
December 16, 2014
Boost Pack 5421914397903
BOOST! from SUPER-KRETE
September 23, 2014
Sddefault 11226452 jpg
Diamond Polishing Pads for Concrete Countertops
Confused by the many diamond polishing pads marketed for concrete countertops? Learn what's important to ensure a high quality finish on concrete with a long-lasting pad. You don't want pads designed for granite, and you don't want pads chosen only because they earn a high profit margin for the seller. You need tightly graded diamonds, the correct binder that won't glaze, the right thickness to ensure both long life and flexibility, and the best channel design to avoid clogging. See how all of these features combine to create the ideal 5" diamond pad for polishing concrete countertops, designed and tested by Jeff Girard.
November 8, 2013
Fcp Cci Gfrc Backer Sprayer 30 11226450
GFRC Spray Gun
November 8, 2013
Fcp Cci Diamond Pads 300 11226413
Diamond Pads for Concrete Countertops
November 8, 2013
Pcstrianglepads 0f1b21j7upuyu
Triangle Polish/Grinding Pads
October 15, 2013
Recycledcoloredglassaggregate 10090772
Recycled Colored Glass Aggregate
September 24, 2013
Concrete Countertop Institute Announces New Classes
Offerings include a one-day class for beginners and DIYers and a GFRC class for pros
July 22, 2013
Fcp Inter Tool Ds3011 10983637
DS3011 Planetary Polisher
July 9, 2013
3 Questions Contractors Need to Consider When Comparing Generator Types
Sponsored
3 Questions Contractors Need to Consider When Comparing Generator Types
Contractors have more generator options than ever before. But which one is right for your business depends on your needs, usage habits and more.
March 4, 2024
Concrete Countertop Class
June 27, 2013June 28, 2013
Two-day class at Murrary Decorative Concrete Supply will be taught by Dr. John Kevern
Concrete Surfaces Contractor Clinic Flat Out® Countertop Mix
Video: Concrete Surfaces Contractor Clinic Flat Out Countertop Mix
Concreteconstruction.net filmed a brief overview of Butterfield Color's Flat Out Countertop Mix at the 2010 World of Concrete
April 19, 2013
ON-THE-JOB Series Flat Out® Countertop Mix
Video: Butterfield Color On-the-Job Series - Flat Out Countertop Mix
This instructional video provides an overview of the steps for creating a countertop with Flat Out Countertop Mix
April 19, 2013
Fcp Rhino Hand Grinder 10918752
Rhino RXS14 Hand Grinder
April 10, 2013
Fcp Expressions Ltd Rock Pool 10895188
Rock Edge Form
March 15, 2013
Depads 29078 1347035420 1280 1280 Ae7qf5gpjdvgy
Dry Epoxy Pads for Concrete, Terrazzo and Marble
March 5, 2013
1660628632 10880284
Video: Glow in the Dark Concrete Countertop
Ray Brooks, president of Brooks Construction Services, Inc., talks about the company's award winning glow in the dark concrete countertop - which used Ambient Glow Technology products
February 15, 2013
Morley Construction, San Diego New Central Library, San Diego, CA, winner of the ASCC WOW! Award for 2013.
ASCC Announces Winners in 2013 Decorative Concrete Awards
WOW! Award for best overall project goes to Morley Construction for its San Diego New Central Library
February 11, 2013
Fcp Conquer20ss 10877356
Conquer20 SS Grinder-Polisher
February 11, 2013
Video Cloud Studio
Video: Hyde Concrete at World of Concrete 2013
Managing customer expectations and discussing an award-winning outdoor kitchen project
February 7, 2013
Fcp Fishstone Alto Pozz Bag 10858420
Alto-Pozz Admixture
January 24, 2013