Introduction to GFRC Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete
GFRC is a specialized form of concrete with many applications It can be effectively used to create façade wall panels fireplace surrounds vanity tops and concrete countertops due to its unique properties and tensile strength One of the best ways to truly understand the benefits of GFRC is to take a deeper look into this unique compound
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How to Cement Over a Brick Chimney
Apply concrete mixture to the wall with the flat metal trowel and use the trowel to smooth the concrete over the bricks and fill in the voids between the bricks This is known as skim troweling or
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How to build an outdoor fireplace
Feb 02 2013 To give the fireplace some heighth i layed 2 layers of concrete block cmu s 8x8x16 Then i have been building the outer housing of the fireplace with the block and for the inside base i created a concrete floor for support of the firebrick i bought from the Elgin Butler Company
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10 Fireplace Makeover Ideas
Jul 20 2018 Fireplace Makeover Trend #3 Cultured Stone Cultured stone faux stone is made by pouring manmade material usually concrete into a mold The resulting product is then colored to make it look natural Cultured stones can be purchased individually in bulk or in pre arranged tile format
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Q/A Concrete Session
The concrete overlay products we use creates zero dust We mix the product outside and make sure all cabinets and finished items are protected and masked The concrete floor is a self leveling product that requires no grinding or polishing so it produces zero dust
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Stone Age Fireplaces Stone Age Manufacturing
All of our fireplace kits are made from Stone Age s proprietary heat tolerant high strength concrete mix over 3500 psi with solid wall construction and steel and fiber reinforcement which results in a much stronger and more durable fireplace than other products that may look similar at a glance With Stone Age you ve got a fireplace
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How to Make a Fireplace With Cinder Blocks and Stucco
Concrete block structures require a concrete base If no concrete base exists create one by pouring a simple concrete slab Always place about 4 inches of gravel beneath a concrete slab before pouring to aid drainage Base the dimensions of the fireplace on the dimensions of your concrete blocks to avoid cutting blocks to fit
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Best Concrete Mix For Driveways
The best concrete mix for driveways is at least 3500 psi compressive strength and 5 6 inches thick over compacted gravel and earth with a water to cement ratio of 50 and aggregate less than an inch Often times additional reinforcements are added like fiber wire mesh or rebar and in cold climates the air entrainment value should be around 6
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Resurfaced Concrete Overlays
We also specialize in resurfaced vertical concrete overlays that can be applied over wood drywall brick and concrete to create beautiful faux stone siding for your fireplaces chimneys retaining walls and more Our fiber enriched coarse sand overlay mix creates a
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11 Concrete mantels ideas
Jan 2 2014Explore Lisa White Pedigo s board Concrete mantels on Pinterest See more ideas about fireplace surrounds fireplace design concrete fireplace
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How To Plaster A Fireplace
Nov 15 2017 The biggest thing we need to consider is the render mix we use because this is what gives the strength to our plastered fireplace Sand Cement Render Mix For Plastering A Fireplace Everyone you meet gives different snippets of advice on rendering Everyone has the perfect mix and the funny thing is everyone has different answers
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Rebar In Concrete Footings Everything You Need to Know
Use of plastic or concrete spacers is allowed to keep rebar off the ground when pouring If there is a poured concrete or masonry wall on top of the footing you ll need #3 or greater vertical rebar at a minimum of 48 on center These bars have hooks at the bottom extending laterally towards the
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How To Make Homemade Survival Cement
Step 1 Find a Source of Mud What we have here is a natural mortar recipe for when you are making homemade cement from scratch To make this homemade soil cement you need to find a good source of clay The mud you will use for this homemade cement recipe should have as high a clay content as possible If you smash some of the mud into a ball
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How to Adhere Concrete to Concrete with Pictures
Apr 14 2021 Fixing concrete takes a number of materials because it does not readily adhere to other concrete The mixture and formation relies on a chemical reaction that stops once dried If you need to patch a concrete surface or pour new concrete on top of old concrete you must invest in a strong bonding agent and a concrete patching mix
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Precast Concrete Fireplaces
Precast concrete fireplace surrounds are an affordable option and can even be customized to your exact fireplace measurements and design These features can be enhanced by adding elements to the mantel legs and face or by adding colors and
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Concrete or Stucco Concrete or stucco mix can be applied by hand directly to the surface of an existing masonry fireplace then either troweled smooth or a finished with a texture to suit the space
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Oct 03 2019 Fireplace hearths are made out of a non combustible material such as granite stone marble ceramic cement or slate These non combustible materials help to keep the heat of the fire away from your house while also providing an aesthetically pleasing platform for your fireplace that can be designed to suit the décor of your home
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Concrete Fireplace Surrounds Hearths Mantels
Oct 13 2020 A concrete fireplace surround can be custom molded and sized to fit any space from an expansive great room to a cramped bedroom What s more like stone and masonry concrete combines the ideal qualities of fire resistance and heat retention Find a Fireplace Surrounds Contractor 10 Tips for Designing a Concrete Fireplace
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Hard Topix
Hard Topix is the absolute GO TO place for the best in beautiful concrete products The ideas and product they come up with is nothing short of incredible My biz with them is for fireplaces and firepits They continue to impress me every time with the amazing things they can do with concrete David Drew and Jeni can dream up and produce
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H C
Feb 26 2019 The H C Muddox Fire Clay is used to make mortar to set block brick and stone The clay can be mixed with sand not included and cement not included to produce mortar and stucco Also may be used as a component of refractory mortar
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How To Add Tabby Concrete To Your Home To Create Coastal Charm
Apr 13 2015 Tabby concrete inside of the home Here s what I learned from my builder who has worked with tabby for years It can be used inside the house So instead of traditional brick or wooden fireplace My builder applied the tabby concrete on the frame of the fireplace and on the oven hood frame It was just amazing how awesome the tabby looks
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Mortar and Adhesives Fireplace Doors Online offers high heat mortar mix and high temperature silicone adhesives for all your stove and fireplace repair needs These products are tried and proven to deliver incredible performance Our mortars can withstand intense heat up to 2000 F Best used for filling in joints and flaws that have formed
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Masonry Chimney Construction Guidelines Masonry Chimney Foundation An adequate concrete footing is required and must be able to support the weight of the chimney and/or fireplace Check with local code to determine minimum requirements for all footings and reinforcements Note the chimney should not support any other parts of adjacent structures unless specifically designed to do so
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DIY Concrete Fireplace For Less than 100
The concrete We used Ardex Feather Finish which we have also used to create our DIY concrete fireplace Mix it according to the directions on the bag and then apply it to the recessed letters with a DIY Concrete Projects Petite Modern Life says July
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Feb 12 2019 2 Apply the concrete Mix up the concrete skimcoat in a bucket according to the package directions Apply the mixture to the hearth with a trowel It s kind of like icing a cake Take your time and smooth it on evenly over the entire surface including the sides
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Consumers Concrete Products Kalamazoo Michigan
Consumers Concrete has been a local leader in concrete and manufactured concrete products since the 1930 s Founded in 1933 as Consumers Sand and Gravel in Kalamazoo Michigan Consumers Sand and Gravel added ready mixed concrete for its customers in 1938 and concrete products in 1964
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Veneer stone mortar mix Fireplaces The facing materials of a fireplace are a perfect place for natural veneer stone whether you have a traditional wood burning fireplace a gas fireplace or a modern electric unit From framed plywood panels to wall sheeting flush siding concrete masonry and stucco nearly every type of common
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Amazon Rutland 12 5 lbs Tub Castable Cement
Mix a little bit at a time trowel it in and leave it bedon t fuss Filled in a large area at the edge of the firebox no issues with shrinking or cracking cured product is rock hard and staying in place I ve used Rutlands Fireplace Patch product beforedon t waste your time with that this is superior in every way
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Oct 22 2015 Fireplace mantels are a thing of beauty when made from cast stone or precast concrete Fireplace mantels are also made from wood Fireplace mantels or fireplace chimneys are the main feature in any room and a fireplace mantel made from cast stone or precast concrete is
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More permeable concrete has reduced performance especially if it is partially dry Thickness A leaner mix does less to perform better under high temperatures Thus concrete with a rich blend exhibits more strength when exposed to fire Making Fireproof Concrete As mentioned earlier concrete is a mix of two major components aggregate
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Heat Resistant Concrete or Refractory Concrete
Applications of Heat Resistant Concrete or Refractory Concrete Application of heat resistant concrete or refractory concrete includes fire training areas which may include wide flat surface areas full scale rooms or two storey buildings fire stair cases used during fire training foundry floors domestic flues fireplaces and chimneys
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Precast Concrete
We are now one of the fastest growing manufacturers of precast concrete in the industry and are the largest manufacturer in California s Central Valley We offer a wide selection of products including fireplaces surrounds wainscot pavers quoins wallcaps postcaps moldings sills ornaments corbels keystones finials balustrades rails
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Best Concrete Overlay Gallery
Stone Edge Surfaces Wall concrete overlay mix was used to create this incredible home facade Wall Mix is also known as customizable concrete veneer Stone Edge Surfaces stunning Epoxy Floor Systems allow you to create stunning and functional works of art or beautiful and classy commercial flooring solutions
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Decorative concrete countertops fireplaces sinks
Masonry Concrete Go for strength and skill with Versatile Concrete s masonry supply Our craftspeople use our own proprietary concrete mix for superior strength and durability to make custom concrete caps load bearing lintel and other masonry concrete features like window sills pool coping or concrete street addresses that are built to last
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We offer products materials iin several categories concrete masonry drainage sand stone precast door window fireplace rental
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Jan 19 2020 Refractory mortar is a mix of cement sand fireclay and other specialized ingredients such as calcium aluminate Fireclay is a set of various clays that can resist heat up to 3 000 degrees Fahrenheit Just think of this as clay that has special heat
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