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Having the right tools for the trade is very important in the world of concreting, especially if you want yours to have a professional look and feel. Forgo quality concreting hand tools, and your concrete may be uneven, patchy, and more prone to cracking which can be dangerous when people are walking, riding or playing […]

Are you planning on laying fresh concrete at your next job? You’ll want to make sure that it can last, whether it’s inside or outdoors. And the simplest way to do this is with the right application of a concrete hardener or densifier. Raw concrete on its own is porous and prone to chipping, cracking […]

Screeding is a vital part of any concreting project, whether you’re pouring your own back patio or working on a huge warehouse floor. It allows you to create a smooth, flat and strong surface for your concrete that is free from air bubbles and won’t be prone to cracks or craters. There are many types […]

We all know that using poor quality concreting tools and equipments can lead to a shoddy-looking concrete project, no matter how good your technique is. However, even premium tools can do a bad job if they aren’t taken care of properly. Think about trying to smooth cake icing with a serrated knife, or attempting to […]

Concrete rakes are one of the first hand tools you’ll reach for after you’ve poured a batch of fresh concrete, but these are very different devices from your classic garden rake! In fact, their shape is uniquely designed to push, pull, and drag concrete easily–something that if you tried to do with a garden rake, […]

If you want your concrete to look smooth, even, and professional, it will need to be screeded at the right time. And when it comes to screeding tools, you’ll have a few different options to choose from. In order to finish your project on time and to a high degree, you’ll need to make sure […]

Just like shovels, brooms, bullfloats and screeds, concrete trowels play an important role in the laying and smoothing of fresh concrete. However, these small hand tools come in quite a few varieties, and you’ll want to make sure you have the right one on hand for the job. Select the wrong one and it’ll be […]

Concrete can look pretty drab and dull in its natural form, but there are plenty of ways you can dress it up that also lead to a host of other benefits (like traction, durability and longevity). Exposed aggregate concrete and stamped concrete are both elevated versions that have increased aesthetic value, as well as a […]