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Having an edgy design to your concrete driveway

Posted by on Nov 15, 2014 in Articles

Having an edgy design to your concrete driveway

We all want to experience the true taste of modern living and nothing can define this more than waking up to a posh home every day. While this may seem like a fairy tale to many, the reality is that it is achievable. I’m happy to announce to you that the solutions are just but a phone-call away. Vancouver concrete connection holds the key to unlocking that dream. We have creative designs that are the results of compressed rubber mats. This mats produce patterns that mimic that of brick, stone, weathered wood, cobblestone and flagstones. Rotating Ashlar...

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Decorative concrete: A new backyard trend

Posted by on Jun 16, 2013 in Articles

Decorative concrete: A new backyard trend

    Here is a cool video we found about the rise of stamped concrete for use in patio construction.           Making the most of outdoor space is an important part of home ownership. One recent trend includes a new twist on an old backyard staple. It’s called stamped...

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Stamped Concrete Maintenance Tips

Posted by on Jun 16, 2013 in Articles

Stamped Concrete Maintenance Tips

There are numerous different types of decorative concrete readily available that include a large selection of beautiful patterns, textures, and designs. Stamping concrete is presently one of the more popular choices. This is where the damp surface is stamped with a design or texture, frequently to look like stone, cobblestone, wood, or various other products that aren’t as practical for lining a driveway. The surface can then be stained using any variety of different techniques like acid or dye-based to accomplish a desired colour.   Most Vancouver home owners choose to extend the...

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How much concrete do I need? Your own concrete calculator

Posted by on Jan 6, 2013 in Articles

How much concrete do I need? Your own concrete calculator

How to calculate the amount of concrete needed for a job. This article is written to help shed some light on how much concrete you will need to complete your patio or driveway. Every job is different. Your driveway, patio or foundation will all require different amounts of concrete to be ordered. So how do I know how much concrete I need to complete the job? You will need to have a paper and a pencil and some basic math skills. (calculators are allowed for this exercise) So lets start off by determining the length and the width of my patio. Then we measure the depth. Take the depth in inches...

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