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The Top Reasons Why an Outdoor Concrete Sealer is So Important
If you have a concrete countertop, you want to maintain its beauty and durability for years. Fortunately, this can be accomplished by sealing the surf...
Sanding Concrete Countertops
Do you need to sand concrete countertops but don't want to spend the money to buy a brand new wet grinder? Concrete Countertop Solutions has many so...
How to Pour a Waterfall Edge Countertop
A Waterfall Edge can be trendy, elegant and practical. It adds pizazz and can transform a basic kitchen into something chic and stylish. It can also b...
How Is Concrete Sealer Applied?
Sealing concrete is a vital step in ensuring that any concrete surface is protected from environmental conditions, chemicals, spills, and stains. For ...
Tool Guide for Cast-In-Place Concrete Countertops
There are many different tools used when pouring a concrete countertop. For best results, you should have a clear understanding about what each tool i...
Guide to Stamping A Concrete Countertop
In order to stamp your concrete countertop you will need a few things. Texture mats Release agent Spray Bottle for Release A tool to apply pressure to...
Pre-Cast vs. Cast-in-Place Concrete Countertops
Is it better to pre-cast or cast in place when pouring concrete countertops? This can be a tricky question. The reality is that it’s absolutely person...
Wet Polishing a Concrete Countertop
Wet polishing is a common method for finishing concrete countertops, providing a smooth and glossy surface with light to heavy aggregate exposure. Thi...
Can Cracking be Prevented in a Concrete Countertop?
A question we get asked often is will my concrete countertop crack. Although we can never guarantee this, using proper reinforcement, additives, and i...
Concrete Countertops: How to Fix a Rough or Imperfect Surface
This image above shows a countertop that was steel troweled too early and left a soft dusty layer known as laitance. Let’s face it, our first attem...
Exposing Aggregate in Concrete Countertops
In the example above, no larger decorative aggregate was added but by wet polsihing the concrete, all of the sand and smaller aggregate in the concret...
Sink Installation Guide for Concrete Countertops
There are four common sink options when installing concrete countertops: drop-in (also known as top mount), undermount, an apron front (also known as ...
How To Form an Overhang for your Concrete Countertop
If you are looking to extend your concrete countertop to place seating underneath, or just have a bit of an overhang, this can be done relatively easi...
How to Patch Voids on the Edges of Concrete Countertops
Occasionally, when forms are removed after pouring a concrete countertop, voids such as pinholes or pitting can occur in the edge. This mainly happens...
Concrete Countertop Maintenance: Understanding Different Types of Sealer
You are interested in concrete countertops but you’re concerned about the maintenance. How much maintenance is required depends on the type of sealer...
Choosing Concrete Countertop Mixes
If you work in construction and you build residential homes for your clients, then one very important area to focus on is the kitchen. People love a d...
How To Color Concrete Countertops
To stain, dye, or add integral pigment - that is the question. There are several ways to add color to your concrete countertop, and determining the ...
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White Countertop Mix vs LiquiCrete admix
We often get asked which is better, our White Countertop Mix or our LiquiCrete additive? They are both great products, but each are not without their ...
How Environmental Conditions Affect Pouring Concrete Countertops
We talk a lot about timing and curing concrete in “normal conditions” but what should you expect when conditions aren’t so normal? This is usually a c...
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to ship my order and when will it arrive? - For the most up to date info, please visit our Shipping Information Page . How do...
Timeline for Pouring a Concrete Countertop
Varying Time Factors: The following steps aim to layout a general timeline but it is important to understand the factors that will cause this time to...
Tips and Tricks
Before you pour... Countertop forms will warp if left outside in high temperatures or direct sunlight. Use duct tape to seam the cement board and on t...