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Carbonation is something we typically associate with sodas, soft drinks and beer. Just as carbon dioxide penetrates some of our favorite liquids and creates effervescent bubbles, it can also penetrate the pores of concrete, directly from the surrounding air. When it...
βCorrosion of reinforcing steel and other embedded metals is the leading cause of deterioration in concrete.β β Portland Cement Association Concrete is one of the most commonly used construction materials and is present it nearly every Sacramento home. Protecting your...
The terms concrete and cement are commonly interchanged when describing a solid surface made from these substances. If your neighbors need a new patio, whether they tell you itβs going to be made of cement, or they call it a concrete patio, your vision of the finished...
Many think that cement is a raw material, like coal or iron, dug up out of the ground. In fact, cement is actually manufactured from other raw materials. According to the Portland Cement Association*, a British bricklayer made the first modern cement in his home...
Lately California Custom Coatings has discussed various substances that cause damage to concrete with consistent exposure. For this article, we focus on chlorides. The Portland Concrete Association writes: βNo other contaminant is documented as extensively in the...
Sixth in a series about common causes of concrete deterioration. Sewage is one of those things we do not want to see or smell, but dealing with it properly is essential for a healthy, functioning society. Thatβs why we have rooms and buildings dedicated to...
Fifth in a series about common causes of concrete deterioration. Most of California is fortunate when it comes to freezing weather. In Southern California, for example, freezing weather is seldom seen. In Northern California, a number of sub-freezing days are...
This is the fourth in a series of articles about substances that can damage concrete. Wine is the oldest alcoholic beverage. Fermented grape juice has a long history and its manufacture is very important to the Northern California economy and our enjoyment of the many...
This is the third in a series on substances that can damage concrete floors. With the boom in craft brewing, the idea of visiting a neighborhood brewery is now a reality in Sacramento and Northern California. Many of these friendly and welcoming establishments are...
The second in a series of articles on substances that damage concrete floors. The typical homeowner does not see a lot of sour milk. For other locations, however, there may be spilled sour milk to cry over. Where sour milk is common, damage to concrete is possible....
This is the first article in a series about common substances that attack and destabilize concrete. Concrete is an alkaline substance, chiefly due to its primary component, cement. Therefore, if concrete is exposed to acids, it starts to break down. There are many...
California Custom Coatings provides a variety of services to restore, protect and beautify concrete in the Sacramento and Northern California area. While doing so, we use both acrylic and epoxy sealers. What are the differences between these two products and where are...
Concrete may be manufactured with water, but once that concrete dries and hardens, thatβs the end of its functional relationship with liquids. To lengthen the lifespan and durability of concrete, it is extremely helpful to limit its exposure to water. Surface sealers...
Type the word βpolyasparticβ and you likely notice your spellchecker throwing a bit of a fit. Itβs not exactly a common word for the general public, but in the world of concrete coatings, it is a well-known quantity. California Custom Coatings often uses polyaspartic...
California Custom Coatings uses both concrete stains and epoxy coatings to create durable patterns on concrete floors. These patterns can be decorative or they can be functional. Either way, both stains and epoxy colors are far more durable than paints or surface...
My garage floor was finished yesterday and I couldn't be happier! Chris was prompt, professional and helpful. He walked me through every step of the process and did a great job!! My floor is beautiful!! I would recommend this company to anybody who is looking for a company who does great work. Thanks John & Chris!!
California Custom Coatings finished my garage floor with Lanai Gray Polyaspartic Hybrid Polymer. The result was so beautiful I hated to fill the garage with all my stuff. Everybody who saw the floor loved it. One neighbor commented it looked better than his granite counter top.In addition to the appearance I appreciate how easy it is to clean. I live in a new development where construction is ongoing. Dust is a constant companion. That was a major factor in my decision to go with epoxy.John's crew did a great job. They were courteous, professional, and neat. The dust collection system they used was very effective. The price was very competitive.Emptying my garage and then putting everything back was a major chore but I am glad I did it. Now I will have a great looking and easy to care for floor for many years.
I just had my garage floor epoxied by California Custom Coatings. They did an outstanding job. My garage looks like a million bucks. Besides an A+ quality job, I was impressed with the knowledge and service I received. I spoke with another company, but John's knowledge and explanation of the process was far superior than his competition. I even received a phone call the morning the job was scheduled by his crew introducing himself and letting me know he was on his way to my house. Crew showed up at 7:45 am even though I did not expect them until 8:00 am. They completed the job the same day. I was able to move items back into my garage in less than 24 hours and was able to park both vehicles in the garage 36 hours later. I would highly recommend these guys to anyone. Tom P.