Busy summer for the concrete crew

Every time summer comes around we get so busy that it's hard keeping up with the "paper work", well in our case it is actually the blogging, vlogging, social media.

 ... But do our best to take pictures of our work so when the opportunity's here get right back in the groove as you can see. So the days, weeks, months go by fast while we concrete contractors keeping busy placing, finishing a large variety of concrete works.
Sidewalks, patios, driveways, stairs, walls, house floors, foundations,crawl spaces, agilia super flat topping floors, so on. Each also can have different finish like:

The elegant stamped concrete which in itself has a large variety of surface finishes and colors.

Exposed aggregate once popular still looks great combined with the recent favorite smooth surface.

For sidewalks patios driveways the good old broom finish still loved in the residential neighborhood.

 Sure it's easy cleaning it up but gets slippery in the rain and especially in winter the impressive smoke color smooth troweled finish

For more information and to get a free quote call: (604) 377 3657
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10 Quick Tips About stamped concrete

Even before start placing and stamping, calculating the cost of
stamped concrete or a concrete driveway, sidewalk, patio, there
are a number of factors to consider as a local concrete contractor.

Stamped Concrete

1, Using the right mix:
consider air temperature and weather conditions ,concrete color, strength,
rock size, (take it easy with accelerators)

2, Choose the right shade of release powder, or mix in the right amount of
color in the liquid release.


3, Consider Reinforcement:
steel, wire mesh, fiber, micro fiber

4, Cuts:
 cut your stamped concrete at preparation for stamping, or within 2-3 days

5,Details:
They can 'make or break' the look of your concrete works

6, Give enough time for stamping:
Perfect timing of the works makes your concrete look great and you can
finish up with ease

7, Sealing:
Pick a dry but not hot day for sealing. Leave no water after washing,
use a blow drier to dry it,and if you're using a blow torch don't come
close with the sealer to it. For long lasting and great look use a high
quality sealer, for more traction mix in shark grip.


8, Try not to guarantee cracks!
Ive seen industrial strength high rise building concrete cracks,
I'm talking about strong thick concrete. Even if being compelled by
the contractor, or house owner at taking on the job, don't fall for
guarantying your slab,but tell them about your way of minimizing
the damage by putting in sufficient number cuts to control the cracking!


9, Preparation:
An over all well prepared area for concrete pour can make a big difference
in the long run, so don't leave soft spots. Use proper road base etc. tamper well.
form it straight and solid.


10, Have fun doing it
 but pay attention to all details!


by John Tar


For more information and an estimate visit :

Stamped Concrete
(604) 377 3657 John


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Garage Floors a-z by Stamped Concrete

Once the foundation is done fill it with "road base" gravel to the desired level leaving enough space for concrete an average of 4 inches. Than start drilling the two inch deep holes in the foundation every 2 feet for the half inch rebar. (make sure its couple inches below the desired concrete height) (You also can go with wire mash which gives extra strength to the concrete floor) Insert the rebar in the wholes than tie them together to give extra strength to the garage floor.

Pour the concrete preferably use a concrete pump, than finish the surface smooth either by hand trowel, or for long lasting hard polished product, use a power trowel.  by John Tar

for more information on garage floors, and stamped concrete relater projects
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How Do I Get Stamped Concrete Done In The Vancouver Rain?

How Do I Get Stamped Concrete Done In The Vancouver Cold  Rain?


I personally do not recommend placing any concrete in the Vancouver rain,
but never the less if you must, you better be ready to deal with it.

You're one of the risk takers,  make sure the weather forecast calls for a clearing
strand. You can do Stamped Concrete on an overcast day with minimum amount
of accelerator on a cold day.

If you happen to have a roof over the slab that helps. Now all you got to do is
pay attention to drippings, and the side openings like windows, and doors.
Poly, and plywood are your friends, so use them to protect your concrete.


An outdoors pour in the rain is a different story, you can prepare in advance to a
certain level to cut damages while placing, and finishing covering everything up
with tarps, and poly, but remember do it before hand, because if rain hits your
slab you're set back hours finishing.

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by:John Tar

for an estimate call: (604) 377 3657 John

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Contractors Choice, Universal Concrete Accessories, Stamped Concrete

Contractors choice, Universal Concrete Accessories, Stamped Concrete

If I'm not mistaken,7851 Enterprise st Burnaby, BC comfortably located near the Lake City sky train station, at the corner of Enterprise st and Lake City way.

The new home and Address of Universal Concrete Accessories. Yes they have just moved from 2450 Alpha Avenue office. But to make sure, to confirm you still can call their old phone number: 604.299.8551

By now I'm sure they're out of the boxes, and nicely laid out on the shelves, in the new show room, so us, Greater Vancouver area Concrete Contractors can enjoy picking up our favorite stamped concrete, and related tools, and all accessories.


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for more, and updated information on this, or  related subject visit: Stamped Concrete
or call: John 604 377 3657



Brock White Construction Materials
(formerly known as Universal Concrete)

7851 Enterprise Street
Burnaby, British Columbia
V5A 1V5

Monday -  Friday 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM

	Call: 604-299-8551
	604-299-3343 (Fax)
	1-800-665-6200 Website: http://ca.brockwhite.com/burnaby

John Tar, Concrete Works


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Stamped Concrete, Crack Repair

No matter how strong, thick your concrete sidewalk, driveway, patio,
a wall, or building foundation,even your suspended steel reinforced
slab it is eventually could get hairline cracks that grow wider leaving
you with an ugly look, and an uneasy feeling.

This problem can be taken care of with the proper tools, and right
material. Cleaning out the crack, than feeling it up, and if necessary the
resurfacing of the entire area for a brand new look for example in case
of a wall.

Stamped Concrete contractors have the experience, tools, and manpower
to do an up to the highest standards quality job, repairing cracked
concrete surfaces to your satisfaction.
by John Tar

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for an estimate on repairs, or new
projects visiting our website.
Call John at: 604 377 3657


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John Tar
Vancouver, BC

Stamped Concrete Business, Concrete Contractors

Stamped Concrete Business, Concrete Contractors

The greater Vancouver commonly known as the lower Mainland
has been an incredible source of ongoing construction projects.

Big, small and in between, even now in the worldwide economic
slump  concrete contractors are managing to survive.

Stamped concrete has been a good investment to both the customer
and the contractors, it is one of the hardest jobs out there, but it still
worth doing it.

In spite the “hard winter” this year we still have made out ok..
Now that the good weather is coming everybody's hopeful, and
many are saying that it's going to be a very good year.

Interesting enough, I got the same exact feeling about this one too.
...but of course only time will tell. 

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John Tar

https://concrete-contractors.blogspot.ca/ 

Call us for a free estimate at 604 377 3657