Category Archives: Concrete

Roughly 43,000 residential pools exist in the Los Angeles basin. However, with beautiful year-round weather and a population of over 3 million, there is still plenty of opportunity for homeowners. The problem is that many of the pools have a standard design, meaning they boast nothing out of the ordinary. Continue Reading ››

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How Custom Concrete Creations Can Transform Any Living Space

November 16, 2016 Concrete ideas

Regardless of the concrete surface, including floors, countertops, bars, walls, patios, fire pits, fireplaces, pool decks, and more, custom creations are the ideal solution for achieving a complete transformation.

JM Lifestyles Custom Concrete Creations Sink Vanity

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What Is a Concrete Release Agent, and Why Is It Used?

August 9, 2016 Concrete ideas

There are many tools involved when stamping, texturing, or embossing freshly placed concrete. The end result is beautiful, but that beauty is only achieved when everything is done correctly and a release agent is part of the equation. It is necessary because it improves the ease of separation between the stamp tools and the … Continue Reading ››

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Innovative 3-D Design Ideas for Your New Swimming Pool Design

March 31, 2016 Concrete ideas

After careful consideration, you finally decided to have a swimming pool installed. Now comes the exciting part of determining the appropriate size, type, material, and, of course, design of your swimming pool. Of course, it is imperative that you hire a reputable company, such as Min Yoshida Pools. Pool … <a href=

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Concrete Countertop Tools and Supplies

Image March 28, 2016 Concrete Countertop Solutions

Perfect your concrete countertop installations with concrete finishing tools and supplies from Concrete Countertop Solutions. Their full line of concrete countertop products includes concrete mixes, stains and edge forms; as well as finishing tools like magnesium and wooden floats. Magnesium floats are a light float and the most popular choice among professionals. Magnesium smooths the … Continue Reading ››

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Should You Choose a Custom Swimming Pool or a Swim Spa?

February 26, 2016 Concrete ideas

Before hiring a pool and spa contractor, determine if you want a custom swimming pool or swim spa. To do this, you need to understand the primary difference between the two.