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How to Remove Concrete Sealer
Concrete is highly durable and lasts for a very long time, especially if it is treated properly as soon as it is poured and cured. When you use a sealer, the concrete is protected and can withstand damage
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Concrete is very durable and a concrete installation can last for a very long time. However, most concrete installations develop gaps, cracks, crevices, and holes sooner or later. If your concrete driveway,
Continue readingHow to Seal a Deck
A wooden deck not only adds beauty to your home but it is also a great place where you can relax with your family and friends. Wooden decks are exposed to harsh weather conditions such as direct sunlight,
Continue readingGuide to Sealing Indoor and Outdoor Wood
You have been working on a wood project for several weeks now and it is coming to an end. You have poured hours and hours of sweat and tears on weekends in your backyard and are finally proud of your handiwork.
Continue readingHow to Seal Marble
Interiors have always been grander with marble. The stone has become a popular material for houses and commercial establishments. This soft, calcium-based stone is usually cut into tiles or slabs. These
Continue readingHow to Polish Marble Countertops
Since ancient times, marble has been considered a symbol of grandeur and luxury. The colorful and varied patterns and its translucent quality makes it a sophisticated and durable alternative to materials
Continue readingHow to Fix Cracked Uneven Concrete Patio
These days, many homeowners use concrete for their patios. Just like other concrete structures, when concrete patios become older, they start to crack or sink because of general wear and tear, erosion,
Continue readingHow to Polish Granite Countertops
Your kitchen is a place of pride. It showcases how clean and tidy you are as a homeowner. When visitors come to your home and enter the kitchen, your granite counter will be the first thing they’ll notice.Granite
Continue readingHow to Clean Oil Off Concrete Garage Floor
It is practically impossible to stop oil and grease stains from occurring on concrete garage floors. Oil can drip from your car onto the garage floor leaving spots and stains. Not only do these oil stains
Continue readingHow to Remove Stains from Granite Countertops
For the past two decades, granite has been a popular choice of material for kitchen and bathroom countertops because of how easy it is to maintain. If the granite is well taken care of, it will last you
Continue readingOil Based Concrete Sealer
Oil-based sealers are formulated for various types of interior and exterior concrete surfaces. The solvent of the sealer in which the resin is dissolved is oil-based and offers excellent adhesion. Nowadays,
Continue readingHow to Clean Marble Countertops
A natural stone with gorgeous texture and opulent and rich colors, marble is popularly used in homes as a material for kitchen and bathroom countertops. Marble is quite pricey and despite being durable,
Continue readingRepairing Cracks in Your Concrete Driveway: A How-to Guide
Like everything in your home, your concrete driveway will also one day require maintenance. Although concrete is a strong and durable material for driveways. Being a mixture of cement, aggregate, sand,
Continue readingHow to Clean a Concrete Floor
Concrete is one of the most durable and low maintenance building materials. It is also less expensive compared to other flooring materials. Traditionally, concrete has been used to make garage floors,
Continue readingWhat is the Effect of Oven Cleaner on Kitchen Countertops?
Food splatters, hardened grease, oil, and persistent stains are some of the things that you need to deal with when it comes to cleaning your kitchen. If these stains find their way onto your kitchen countertops,
Continue readingHow to Clean a Composite Deck
A composite deck is made of composite lumber as opposed to just wood. Composite lumber is a combination of wood fiber, plastic, and a binding agent. It is denser and stronger than wood, which makes it
Continue readingHow to Clean a Wood Deck
The wood deck in your home is the place where you usually entertain your friends and spend time with your family. A clean and well-maintained wood deck can be attractive and inviting; without regular upkeep,
Continue readingHow to Remove Green Algae from Wood Deck
After a long and wet period during which you could not use your wood deck as much as you would have liked, it can be annoying to step out and see that your deck does not look as good as you thought. If
Continue readingHow to Clean a Concrete Driveway
One of the first things that people notice when they visit your home is your driveway. Other than a nice lawn, a neat and clean concrete driveway always creates a great first impression. However, your
Continue readingHow to Clean Granite Countertops
In recent years, the use of granite as a material for countertops has become a popular option for kitchens and bathrooms. Since granite is not as porous as marble, it is easy to clean because it is less
Continue readingSolvent Based Concrete Sealer
Solvent-based sealers are widely used for outdoor concrete surfaces, which help to augment the color of the concrete and also protect the surface. In a solvent-based concrete sealer, unlike the water-based
Continue readingHow to Remove Oil Stains from Your Driveway
Oil stains on your driveway or the garage floor can be unsightly and can diminish the beauty of your home. It is very important that you know how to clean oil stains from your concrete driveway before
Continue readingHow to Clean Mold in Shower Grout Naturally
Mold grows and thrives in warm and moist places that are not well-ventilated, which makes your bathroom, laundry room, kitchen, and basement ideal for mold infestation since the air
Continue readingHow to Clean Quartz Countertops
Over the last few years, quartz countertops have become a trend and it does not look like their popularity is dropping. The main reason for this popularity is that quartz is a durable material that can
Continue readingHow to Seal Granite Countertops
Granite is one of the hardest natural stones. It has a high weight limit and can withstand extreme temperatures. Granite is also resistant to water seepage to a certain extent. These characteristics make
Continue readingHow to Clean Grout (8 Cleaning Tips for Sparkling Tiles)
If you ever wondered what the secret is to clean and sparkling floor tiles, counters, and walls, the answer is very simple: grout cleaning. Dirty grout is what makes bathroom tiles
Continue readingWater Based Concrete Sealer
Water-based sealers are high-performance sealers with a low sheen and are generally low in VOC. The polymer particles are typically dispersed in water in a water-based sealer and when the water-based sealer
Continue readingHow to Seal Grout
Often, you may be left wondering why despite spending a lot of time and effort to clean the tiles in your bathroom, your bathroom still looks dirty and dull. The culprit is dirty and grimy grout lines,
Continue readingEpoxy Concrete Sealer
Epoxies are essentially a thermosetting polymer coating which also acts like a concrete sealer. This type of concrete sealers form a high-build film on the surface of the concrete and produce a hard finish
Continue readingAcrylic Concrete Sealer
Acrylic sealers require a very thin coating to be applied and they dry very quickly when applied. Acrylic concrete sealers are perfect for projects where ease of application, as well as affordability,
Continue readingHow to Seal Brick Pavers in 1 Day
Brick pavers are essentially paving stone materials such as natural-cut stone and brick, which are very durable. They are commonly used for landscaping or hardscaping and can be installed over different
Continue readingHow Long Does Concrete Sealer Take to Dry?
How long a concrete sealer takes to dry depends on several different factors. One of the most important factors is the type of sealer you use. Every type of sealer has a different way of working and reacting.
Continue readingHow to Seal a Chimney
Most homeowners are guilty of neglecting the chimney till it is too late or some serious damage has already occurred. One of the reasons is simply that the chimney is hard to reach and something that we
Continue readingHow to Seal Stamped Concrete
Concrete that is textured to look like brickwork, tile, slate, wood, or any other number of surfaces is known as stamped concrete and is usually seen on sidewalks, pool decks, and patios. In this article
Continue readingHow to Seal Pavers with Sand
Pavers are paving stones or brick-like pieces of concrete that are commonly used as outdoor flooring. Concrete pavers are made in factories by pouring a mixture of concrete and a coloring agent into a
Continue readingPolyurethane Concrete Sealer
Also commonly referred to as urethanes, polyurethane sealers or coatings are also thermosetting polymers like epoxies and are considered to be high-build concrete sealers which offer a very durable finish
Continue readingHow to Clean Sealed Concrete Floors
One of the primary reasons concrete is a popular material for constructing floors is that it is durable and low maintenance. Typically, it is the material of choice for driveways, patios, and other exterior
Continue readingHow to Make Concrete Not Slippery
Slippery concrete can be extremely dangerous. A small slip and can make you hit your head or break your hip, or make you suffer from worse damage. If there is a concrete surface or decorative concrete
Continue readingHow To Seal Basement Walls in 7 Simple Steps
Basements, as the term itself indicates, are built below ground level. For this reason, they tend to be more susceptible to water damage and moisture. It is very common for the walls of basement structures
Continue readingHow to Seal Concrete Countertops
Concrete is porous by nature, which means that spills can stain and diminish its quality since liquids can seep through the concrete. If your countertops are made of concrete, you need to seal them
Continue readingHow to Seal a Concrete Patio: Beginners Guide
Doing DIY home improvement projects on your own for the first time is challenging to say the least. However, it is worth it as most processes are relatively simple and if you carry out the project yourself,
Continue readingHow to Seal a Concrete Driveway: Beginners Walkthrough
Your driveway can be a bit inconspicuous at times, but it provides a much needed finishing touch to your house. Since you do not want to redo your driveway every few years, it makes sense to use a durable
Continue readingTopical & Wet Look Concrete Sealer
Topical sealers (surface coatings) are those that sit on the surface without penetrating it. They form a protective coating or film which gets fixed to the top of the concrete surface without any chemical
Continue readingHow to Seal a Concrete Floor
If you have a commercial, residential or industrial setting and you have had a newly installed concrete floor, you have probably been told to seal it off. What these contractors do not tell you is why,
Continue readingPenetrating Concrete Sealer
This type of concrete sealer penetrates the concrete or masonry surface by entering via the capillaries and voids and soaks under the surface and reacts with it chemically. It creates a new chemical solid
Continue readingHow to Remove Rust Stains from Concrete
Rust can be a real problem especially for concrete. Sealing new concrete is a great preventative measure but if you're looking to refresh an existing surface you'll first need to clean it thoroughly to
Continue readingHow to Apply Concrete Sealer with a Roller
A paint roller is one of the best ways to apply concrete sealer and this article will show you why. How do you prepare the surface for a sealer? Are you sealing a garage floor, a new patio, or a concrete
Continue readingHow to Remove Paint from Concrete
When you have a concrete surface anywhere in your home, whether it may be the driveway or the backyard, you would want it to look clean and presentable. Chipped paint marks or splotches of paint from when
Continue readingAn Introduction To Sealing Concrete – Why Is It Important?
When you think about the most commonly used material on planet earth – you might immediately think about plastic, metal or wood. However, in actuality – nothing can be further from the truth.Concrete
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