The Ultimate 2023 Gift Guide for Concrete Contractors
Brickform pros share their top gift picks for concrete contractors this holiday season.
Concrete Patio & Porch Resurfacing Ideas to Impress Your Guests
Make a statement by transforming your concrete porch or patio into a welcoming space that looks brand-new.
How to Prevent Salt Damage to Concrete
Learn how to protect your concrete surface from spalling, discoloration, corrosion, and other issues caused by exposure to salt.
Stamped Concrete Patios Offer Beauty & Durability
Stamped concrete is one of the most popular types of decorative concrete. Use stamped concrete on outdoor patios to create a stylish space for gathering and entertaining family and friends.
8 Reasons Contractors Rely on DAY1 for Better Concrete Finishing
Experienced contractors are all too familiar with the challenges of finishing a concrete slab. Learn why DAY1 finishing aid is a great option for overcoming them.
9 Expert Tips for Mastering Exposed Aggregate Finishes
Perfect your exposed aggregate process by using the best techniques and products in the industry.
Transit Station Gets an Upgrade with Brickform Refresh
Using Brickform’s color blending and correcting product, Athena Construction fixed concrete discoloration at a transit station in Atlanta.
Best Colors for Stamped Concrete
Choosing the perfect color for your stamped concrete project is essential for achieving a stunning, one-of-a-kind look. See how Brickform’s colors can be used to match your design vision.
An Account of the History of Solomon Colors
Learn about the story behind Solomon Colors, a four-generation family business.
Painting Concrete Surfaces with Cem-Coat
When looking for ways to upgrade a concrete surface, property owners often look to paint as a solution. If you do want to paint your concrete surface to give it a brand-new look, it’s important to choose a high-quality product…
What Are the Best Pool Decking Options?
Whether you’re putting in a brand-new pool or you’re replacing or resurfacing your existing pool deck, it’s important to consider all the options when deciding which material to use. Determine which pool deck material is right for your home, plus discover the benefits of concrete.
The WACP is a New Organization Supporting Women in the Concrete Industry
There’s a new organization in the concrete industry that’s aiming to shake things up when it comes to representation. It’s the WACP, or the Women’s Association of Concrete Professionals™. This group of women in concrete has the goal of supporting…
What is Ultra-M1x?
The new integral coloring product that adds the benefits of UltraFiber 500® in a convenient form. Brickform has an exciting new product for the decorative concrete contractor. It’s an integral color with easier dosing and added fiber. This product is…
6 Steps When You’re Considering Stamped Concrete
There’s more to a successful stamped concrete project than finding a contractor and writing a check. Follow these six steps to get the make sure you get the right stamped concrete for your home or business: Step 1 Before more…
The Many Types of Stamped Concrete
Textured concrete is diverse. The architectural concrete industry has developed thousands of patterns that can be used in a near infinite range of applications. Skilled contractors can customize stamped concrete in ways other materials cannot. For these reasons, stamped concrete…
How to Stamp Concrete With Unique and Natural Colors
Have you ever heard the complaint that stamped concrete looks fake? Even with the best and most detailed tools, stamped concrete driveways, patios, and sidewalks, textured concrete can look artificial if it lacks the proper detailing and colors. Read more…
Hotel Restoration: Cem-Coat Case Study
The contractor used water when finishing the concrete at the entrance of the hotel. This led to washed out, faded color on the integrally colored concrete. As this was the front entrance to the hotel, the appearance of the concrete…
Concrete Surface Preparation
What is Surface Preparation? Surface preparation refers to the techniques used create the ideal profile on a concrete surface for the application of topical products such as sealers, coatings, overlays, and stains. Surface preparation is the most important step when…
Repairing A Concrete Driveway with Decorative Overlays
Cracked concrete is everywhere. For the enterprising contractor, every damaged driveway, sidewalk, or patio is a business opportunity.
The Eternal Debate: Color Hardener vs Integral Color
Few debates are as intense as the one between color hardener and integral color. Often the decision is based on the application, but personal preference plays a big part. Read on to discover the pros and cons of both choices….
How To Design Stamped Concrete Steps
Good stamped concrete is part of an overall design. Placing stamped concrete driveways and patios with no regard looks haphazard. Textured concrete needs to be carefully incorporated into the overall property design. This mindful design is what sets the best…
Opportunities with Concrete Spray Texture
Concrete spray texture is an incredibly flexible finish option. When considering how to texture concrete, spray textures offer several key benefits to the contractor and project owner alike. Read more to see the different ways spray textures might be the…
Tips for Sealing Stamped Concrete
Stamped concrete driveways, patios, and sidewalks need sealer to maintain long and attractive use. This sealer protects the concrete from stains, discoloration, and moderate wear. Stamped concrete colors also look better when sealed. Sealer deepens color for a richer appearance….
How to Use Tinted Sealer to Correct Color
Tinted sealer has a wide range of useful applications. It can be used as a primary color and as a repair product. When colored concrete has issues, tinted sealer could be a solution. What is tinted sealer? Tinted sealers are…
Many Ways For Finishing of Concrete
There are dozens of methods for finishing concrete. Most of these can be decorative and all of them are durable. Broom Finish Concrete Broom finish concrete is almost certainly among the most common exterior concrete finishes. This slip-resistant finishing of concrete…
Concrete Countertop Ideas
Concrete is a popular and trendy materials choice for countertops. Concrete countertops are a premium alternative to marble, granite, and quartz. Concrete countertops have many advantaged and disadvantages versus more traditional materials. If planned and installed properly, a concrete countertop…
Concrete Finishes for Patios
There are many concrete finishes for patios on the market today. Each one comes with its own unique appearance. Concrete finishes for patios also have their own list of utility pros and cons. Choosing the right finish for your patio…
Decorative Concrete Patio Ideas
Everyone struggles with concrete patios ideas. There are so many options for finishing concrete that the average person can have a hard time deciding. There are literally thousands of options when you look at all the colors and finishes available. The sky…
Types of Stamped Concrete for the Home
Texture Types Stamp textures can be divided into several categories based on the pattern type. Each pattern type mimics a traditional paving material. The types of stamped concrete are generally divided into stone, brick, tile, slate, and wood textures. Picking…
The Need For Cool Concrete
Cool concrete isn’t just neat. It’s literally cool! Who hasn’t had the experience of sprinting over a scorching hot concrete pool deck? Concrete heats up a lot when exposed to heat and sunlight. This makes it very unpleasant to touch…
