Your Asphalt Project and Winter As we head into the colder months, you may be thinking about all the things you need to do around the home or office. There may be some projects that you are planning once spring rolls around. Or perhaps there are some things you can tackle even now that winter
Speed Control in Parking Lots Speed Control Devices, more commonly referred to as speed humps or speed bumps, can be a useful, even essential tool to control traffic flow on the street or in your parking lot. However, it is important to understand their differences, uses, and the local laws and regulations regarding their installation
Winter Care Tips for a Concrete Driveway Maintaining the appearance of your concrete driveway is crucial in preserving your home’s curb appeal. But did you know that every homeowner has several tasks that are necessary to perform to prepare your concrete for winter? Unfortunately, many people are unaware that concrete needs to be maintained outside
Asphalt Care Tips for Winter If you are the proud owner of an asphalt driveway or parking lot, then you likely also want to preserve its health. With that in mind, you may be looking for some tips or tricks for preserving the lifespan of your asphalt. As it happens, this has to be looked
Polishing concrete is a relatively new finishing process for both commercial and residential flooring. This atypical type of finishing was discovered by accident via a contractor in the late 1990s. He instructed his workers to polish the flooring of a palace. Except they didn't use the usual 'wet polish' method. Without water they ground down
Concrete has been a staple of all of the modern man's larger-scale constructions in America since the earliest days of our nation. We use it in everything from bridges, streets, buildings, countertops, flooring, and more – yet, we continue to find new usages for concrete by the day. Concrete can come in a varied number
When trying to put together the perfect kitchen of your dreams, you'll come across plenty of options. There are so many choices for flooring, cabinet-type, and most importantly – countertops. The countertop is any kitchen's lifeblood. It accounts for all cooking activities and is the first thing many see when stepping within your home's hearth.
One of the worst nightmares for any contractor dealing with concrete is the oncoming changes of the seasons. Stone mixtures are notorious for their dislike for any cold weather stiffer than a chilly breeze. The ACI Committee 306 defined 'cold weather' in regard to concrete as anything below or expected to fall below 40°F. The
Whether new asphalt was just laid down in a new parking lot or driveway or it went through a recent restoration, one of the recommended steps that every asphalt contractor recommends is the process of seal coating. What is a sealcoat? What does it do? How much does it cost? In this article, we will
When people think about bricks, they usually conjure up red bricks that might remind them of a firehouse or a city building. Bricks have been used for centuries due to their durability and relative ease of installation. Whether used to build buildings, streets, walls, or even bridges, bricks have been an integral part of construction
