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Description: Stamped concrete has become one of the most popular methods to enhance landscapes and buildings. A rapidly growing number of homeowners, businesses and municipalities are becoming inspired by the versatility of stamped concrete and the wide array of patterns and colors available. Decorative concrete contractors can also prosper from the demand for stamped concrete by learning to create beautiful, durable stamped concrete using the latest techniques and procedures.
Bob Harris' Guide to Stamped Concrete is a 144-page full-color, fully illustrated, step-by-step guide that provides contractors with detailed information and practical tips to stamping concrete. The author, president of the Decorative Concrete Institute, shows contractors where to find good designs, the five methods of imparting color to stamped concrete work, placing the concrete to facilitate stamping, and the stamping process from A-Z.
The guide covers topics of vital importance for anyone planning to stamp concrete, including:
- Nine sources for stamping design ideas
- Maximizing your profits by knowing what to charge
- Concrete mix considerations for stamping concrete
- Site conditions affecting stamped concrete work and how to prepare or avoid them
- How to prepare concrete for stamping, including tips for striking off and finishing
- Three important steps to applying color hardener
- Tools that are essential for successful stamping
- How and when to start stamping
- Important issues to avoid when stamping
- Fixing minor flaws in stamped concrete work
- Effective techniques for the application of sealers
- 10 ways to promote and sell your stamped concrete work
- How to distinguish your stamped concrete work from competitors
Published by Decorative Concrete Institute.
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