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- Outdoor Fireplace- Things to Know Before You Build or Buy One - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ben LagerAn outdoor fireplace can be a great addition to your backyard space. In fact, they’re the hottest new accessory to hit the home. But before you choose to build your own fireplace, here are a few things that everyone ought to know: - Even before you seek quotes from installers, you ought to ...
Views: 1395 - Understanding the Different Types of Concrete Finishes - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Ben LagerConcrete floorings are cost effective and versatile, and hence a favorite among home owners and architects. You can either use them indoors as polished concrete floors, or outdoors as stamped concrete patios. With a little imagination and some planning, you can achieve as many different looks as ...
Views: 1384 - Essential Items in an Outdoor Kitchen - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Ben LagerWhile the scale of your outdoor kitchen would depend on your budget and available space, there are a few features that are essential to all outdoor kitchens: - Grill: You can either choose from a charcoal or a gas grill. While charcoal grills range from $80 to even $500, gas grills range from ...
Views: 1331 - What You Need To Know About Decorative Concrete Driveways? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Ben LagerIf you need to select the material for a driveway, you will be surprised at the patterns and styles available to choose from. People are catching up with the concrete drift and are increasingly opting for a variety of colors, patterns, and designs for their driveways. The foremost thing you need ...
Views: 1028 - All That You Wanted to Know About Outdoor Kitchens - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Ben LagerSummer is all about outdoor fun! It’s the time of the year when music is playing from the poolside or passing cars, when children are shrieking excitedly, and when the aroma of barbecue fills the senses. It’s also the time for evenings where guests gather around the fireplace and enjoy the ...
Views: 990 - The Beauty of Stamped Concrete Patios - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Ben LagerStamped concrete involves creating textures and patterns on ordinary concrete thereby transforming ordinary patios, drive ways and sidewalks. In fact, stamped concrete patios have become very popular among those looking to add some style and class to their outdoor space. Here are some benefits ...
Views: 952 - Polished Concrete Floors An Ideal Way of Giving Luxurious Look to Homes - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2011 from Ben LagerHaving polished concrete floors is what people love to do today. It’s because of its strong and durable nature and the finest texture that matches the look of expensive flooring materials. Not only polished concrete improves the style and look of your homes, but has a significant role in ...
Views: 948 - Why Do People Love Stain Concrete? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Ben LagerWhat if you could have art work on your floor? That’s the effect that stain concrete creates! Stain concrete is all about adding character to dull and drab concrete to create an effect that is not only beautiful, but functional as well. Wood, ceramic tiles and natural stone have always been the ...
Views: 916 - What Makes Stamped Concrete So Special - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Ben LagerConcrete flooring is getting more credits due to its elegant, natural and unique look, durability and cost effectiveness. Concrete floorings are used in a wide range of applications including driveways, patios, walkways and interior flooring. Nowadays, concrete flooring are found in most of the ...
Views: 910 - Stamped Concrete: What you Ought to Know About Them - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Ben LagerStamped concrete has been nothing short of a miracle for those looking for low cost alternatives to natural outdoor flooring. In fact, they’re the preferred choice of flooring for patios, drive ways, pools, walkways etc. With just a little creativity, you can recreate the effect of cobblestones, ...
Views: 901 - Why Do Polished Concrete Floors Make Sense - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Ben LagerWood, marble, granite, and ceramic tiles have all become passé. The latest trend is to opt for concrete flooring. Hospitals, trendy restaurants, offices and other outdoor spaces with a lot of traffic often use concrete as they are easy to maintain and not vulnerable to damage. Concrete can be ...
Views: 876 - Popular Types of Concrete Floors - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Ben LagerConcrete floors are becoming more popular among people due to its durable and elegant nature. There are different types of concrete floors that are mainly used for driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks, and interior flooring. Each concrete floor type has its own beauty, durability and ...
Views: 863 - Stained Concrete Great Alternative to Dreary Floors - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2011 from Ben LagerGone are the days when you have to carpet your floors to hide the boring looks. Here’s a new idea for home design that gives an impressive appearance along with changing your previous dull floors into beautiful concrete floors. And it’s the technique of staining concrete that has started to gain ...
Views: 842 - Polished Concrete Floors - Why Do People Love Them - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ben LagerPeople love concrete floorings so much that they now have them indoors. From the art galleries in Chelsea, to retail outlets on Madison Avenue and the Banana Republic Store in SoHo, concrete floorings have indeed made a fashionable entry. Even celebrities are falling in love; Matt Damon, Gwyneth ...
Views: 840 - Why You Need To Seal Concrete Floors - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Ben LagerConcrete floors are becoming more and more popular among people due to its durable, easy to clean and elegant outlook. Among the various types of concrete floors, polished concrete floors are known for its enhanced durability as well as its beauty. Concrete floors are installed in almost all the ...
Views: 829 - How to Clean Concrete Floors - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Ben LagerConcrete floors are known for its durability. Unlike tiles and linoleum, concrete floors don’t crack or split. Cleaning concrete not just enhances its service life but improves its beauty too. It is difficult to say when your concrete floor needs cleaning because of gradual accumulation of dirt ...
Views: 815 - The Essentials in Designing an Outdoor Kitchen - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Ben LagerKitchens have always served as a place of warmth and a gathering room for members of the family. Today the trend is to extend the scope of the kitchen and make it more flexible, wherein people can entertain their guests as well. Needless to say, outdoor kitchens have become a growing phenomenon ...
Views: 814 - Polished Concrete Floors - What to Know About Them - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Ben LagerPolished concrete refers to a system where simple concrete floors are polished to achieve a superior glossy finish. You can create patterns, embed designs and colors to the floor. These floorings are quiet popular in commercial areas where maintenance becomes a concern. Durability is one of the ...
Views: 762 - The Basics of Stamped Concrete - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Ben LagerThe idea of used concrete probably surfaced because of the need for architects to come up with low cost floorings that would stand high on the artistic quotient. Today, the demand for stamped concrete floors has quadrupled from the time of its inception. Concrete floorings are a win-win for ...
Views: 707 - Understanding the Basics of Polished Concrete Flooring - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Ben LagerPolished concrete floorings are very popular in commercial places with heavy traffic because these are typically low maintenance floorings. You would normally find them in hotels, office reception areas and even hospitals. The floor has a polished glossy finish and with a little imagination, ...
Views: 685 - All you want to know about Polished Concrete Floors - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2011 from Ben LagerAre you looking for some interesting options for home remodeling? Do you want your concrete floors to be bright and shining? If so, polished concrete floors is an attractive idea to add beauty and value to your homes. Since polishing concrete floors is one of the easiest way of renovating your ...
Views: 669 - Stain your Floors with Stain Concrete - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Ben LagerWith a stain concrete floor you don’t have to hang expensive art work on the wall. The floor says it all! Decorative concrete has now become a popular choice for residential, commercial, and industrial floorings. Besides the fact that it looks fantastic, it also helps you to save energy. ...
Views: 663 - Stain Concrete - Things That Everyone Ought to Know - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Ben LagerAcid stains can create a wonderful effect on concrete, transforming the dull grey slab of concrete into a wonderful finished floor. Acid staining gives a translucent speckled finish that makes it ideal to be used in patios. They’ve indeed come a long way from being considered a low cost coloring ...
Views: 637 - Why Polished Concrete is mostly preferred for Flooring? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Ben LagerDo you know why polished concrete is preferred most for flooring than other alternatives? It’s because of the excellent benefits offered by it. Whether you build a new home or remodel an old one, flooring is considered to be the important option. Technology has made a significant change in ...
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