General Decorative Concrete Forum

3000 sq.ft. showroom with BLACK MASTIC from VCT

feeds@yuku.com (BrightCrete) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:36:25 GMT

Here is a link to the video of the floor I shot.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9Rswg1vgvE

They basically just want color and a sealer on a 3000 sq. ft. showroom.

The owners removed all the VCT tile. There is black mastic left from VCT tile. Is the best way to remove this would be a ride on floor scraper, then either grind or shot blast. I warned them about tile may Ghost once...

Cracked porch - decorative concrete an option?

feeds@yuku.com (Endurancemom) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:00:06 GMT

We have a fairly large crack in our small front porch. The crack runs down the center of our cement porch. The porch is now somewhat uneven. Is decorative concrete an option, or will we need to tear out the top layer of the concrete porch and replace it? There are 3-4 concrete steps leading up to the small porch. The crack affects the vertical surface of that top concrete layer, as well as running the length of the porch horizontally. We were quoted appx $2500 to have the porch...

Customer service issues with decorative concrete companies

feeds@yuku.com (Endurancemom) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:08:45 GMT

What types of customer service related issues have you run into when trying to order decorative concrete products? Are there quality issues, on time issues, shipment issues? I'm doing a little research and would be interested in hearing some of the problems people run into when trying to order decorative concrete products.
Thanks..

Cost of EC stencils

feeds@yuku.com (ConcreteEffects) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:20:31 GMT

I have 3 EC stencils that I am trying to get rid of but I cannot remember how much they cost. I have attached a pic so you know exactly what I am talking about. Thanks.

Best way to prep??

feeds@yuku.com (Duke) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:37:12 GMT

What is the best/ fastest way to prep a floor that is about 3200 sq f with 2 layers of linoleum tile glued to the concrete? Preping for overlay.

Request for unbiased opinion

feeds@yuku.com (andrew) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:30:29 GMT

Hello,
I have a bunch of questions I can not get a respectable answer for. I am looking into taking the training class. I have no training in this field, but I am a skilled contractor. I am hoping that someone who makes their living doing this can give me some info.
1. Are these products reliable. I do not want to do a job that looks good for say a year and then falls apart.
2. Can you make money doing this?
3. Is it feasable to take the class and get into this business if...

world of conc pricing,,,

feeds@yuku.com (itsreallyconcrete) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:52:14 GMT

prices're extremely low thru southwestern if you can use them,,, 2 tickets from birmingham to vegas & back incl hotel room was $ 900 & change,,, hotel's on the monorail, too,,, bringing my bride 'cause if i come alone, the grand high kahuna, ken, might not let me in

best [the original] the-honeymoon-continues yic-yac

Earning Potential

feeds@yuku.com (priley) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:54:44 GMT

I'm interested in starting a concrete company. I have no real experience other than DIY jobs at home and helping friends do the same. I really love it and would love to make a living in the industry. Realistically though, how much can I expect to make in profits a year (especially in this economy?)

Whats your Garage Heater of choice? Electric, Natural Gas, Radiant, Infra Red??

feeds@yuku.com (briandeas) — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 08:37:02 GMT

Gotta good deal on 1200ft shop with 2 garage doors, front office, etc. Prime location, 10-15 minutes to anywhere in my city. I got the guy down to $550 a month and the usual is double that in the area. The only problem is this bay doesnt have a wharehouse heater. They had a guy give an estimate to tie into the gas, meter, etc for 3500. They wont pay that and have given me the option of getting a month free if i want to install something that will work. My options:

-Mr. Heater...

basement walls

feeds@yuku.com (hillbillyson) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:50:08 GMT

a everone, another great day. Just wondering my moms basement gets water in it after a hard rain, and it comes from the walls, not alot but its a pain for her.has anyone had luck with sprayon sealers. And if so what kind? and thanx for all you guys out there that answers our questions. See you in december dave.

Howdy and a question

feeds@yuku.com (brzelt) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:48:25 GMT

Hi Everyone,

My name is Bruce and I have looked at this forum for quite some time. Heck I even responded to a post or two
before introducing myself...

I am just getting into the overlays (about a year now- 4 months with Elitecrete), mostly I work on marble and travertine
with some concrete polishing thrown in. The more overlays that I do, the better and easier they are to sell.
One issue (or with me that is) is sample boards and the different textures we...

Easy questions on coloring outdoor broomed concrete

feeds@yuku.com (aulli17) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:22:18 GMT

Have 1000 sq ft in southern WI that is being poured next week, outdoors exposed to elements yr round, at a hospital. Average commercial foot traffic on it also. Plan on having it broomed as rain snow ice make it treacherous and need to have traction. Crooks at concrete plant want $175/yd for colored concrete OUCH Would Hydra-stone be a good alternative? Looking at a tan color with obviously a sealer over it. Over time will the color wear off if they do not reseal? can I spray it on to be a...

Please allow me to introduce myself.

feeds@yuku.com (Joaquin Soria) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:13:34 GMT

Hello,
My name is Joaquin Soria. I have been in the Concrete, Concrete restoration, and Decorative concrete industry for going on 7 years now. I just recently attended Ricks class in Richardson TX. I was amazed with the amount of golden tips of the trade that was handed out. Things that took me years to learn the hard way. I just started a business in Abilene TX a few months ago doing Acid staining, scoring, countertops, overlays,and custom logos. Things are going well. Im...

bucket full of thinfinish

feeds@yuku.com (msingleton) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:08:42 GMT

How long can a bucket of thinfinish sit before it is unusable?

Lead Share

feeds@yuku.com (DeluxeC) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:30:36 GMT

I noticed the lead share forum is missing. When is lead share coming out and why is the forum missing?

Contractor License Classification ?

feeds@yuku.com (Dr K) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:15:19 GMT

http://www.cslb.ca.gov/GeneralInformation/Library/LicensingClassifications/

what exactly is our fields classification?

is their a certificate of EC training document
stating

ELITE CRETE FACTORY AUTHORIZED APPLICATOR ?

you know something to hang on an office wall,
or show off in a porfolio?

also just wondering what happened...

Newbies

feeds@yuku.com (hillbillyson) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:31:46 GMT

As I sit and talk to my concrete friends,
It seems the knowlage they have to offer me never ends,
You have Gene from Indy some say he's the reflector king,
Then you have Dave from Ohio he has the answer to anything,
Then you have the newbies people just like me,
Posting on here for all Elite Crete people to see,
Questions about overlayin, Stamping, and trowel,
Questions about Acid stains, sealers, Reflectors and everone frome Elite Crete took a vow....

bubbling in epoxy

feeds@yuku.com (fightclub74) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 09:57:44 GMT

Alright, need a hand from you pros out there. Laid down a primer coat which bubbled, concrete was an existing slab whihc was cleaned to perfection. Expected some outgassing but wow...Laid down a finish coat which still bubbled. Used 1/8 notched to lay it down, then magic troweled and backrolled. Not as much bubbling, but still way too much to be aceptable. Have enough to lay down a third clear coat, need suggestions on how to stop the bubbles. Did not use a torch on the previous two...

Training

feeds@yuku.com (hillbillyson) — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 15:20:11 GMT

Hay love this forum all the answers to all the questions, Love the pics. Im from findlay Ohio and hopefully get to go to december course in Columbus OH and meet dave. I believe I can kick but with this.thanx everone.

Distributors first

feeds@yuku.com (BS) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:17:56 GMT

Forum second. Just a reminder to all new eager EC installers. The information on this forum is PRICELESS (from those who posts questions, to those who reply) , but always remember to check with your distributor on any questions that you may have regarding a job. They are the ones that will walk you through the job, and help you with any onforseen issues (like there are ever any... lol). The only reason I bring this up is that I've noticed quite a few questions that can easily be...