Epoxy coatings used for concrete flooring can be measured in fractions of inches, like the term one-quarter inch. In the epoxy industry, however, a common measurement system is based on the mil. One mil equals one-thousandth of an inch. How wide is that? Comparing...
Cracks in concrete can be measured on a spectrum of severity. At the worst end, you have the kind of crack that forms when the ground settles underneath a slab and part of the concrete sinks far below the rest of it. Thatβs a serious crack and entails a major repair....
βMany industrial floors are subjected to abrasion by steel or hard rubber wheeled traffic, which can cause significant rutting.ββPortland Cement Association Abrasion is the simple act of one object rubbing against another. For example, in a sandstorm, sand particles...
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...
Can't say enough good things about this company and the job they did! John gave us a quote for a reasonable price to epoxy coat our garage floor. He scheduled us quickly and at a time convenient to us. He was incredibly responsive by phone and text and answered all our questions. The crew arrived on time, finished on time, and did beautiful work. The company stands behind their work, and it shows. We are thrilled with the results. We are SO glad we hired California Custom Coatings! They really live up to their fantastic reviews. We highly, highly recommend them and would hire them again in a heartbeat!
The entire process, from quote to completion of job, was simple, thorough and professional. John was proactive in every aspect of communication including when he was on his way, what the timelines would be once work started and when we could place our items back in the garage. Both John and Josh epitomized professionalism and were extremely detailed as they prepped, cleaned and finished the floor. We are extremely pleased with the finished product and highly recommend them. 6-16-2020: Had John and his team come out to help us resurface the back patio based on the tremendous job they did on our garage and our Parents outdoor covered patio. Edwin and his colleagues came out promptly on Monday (sent a text notifying me ahead of time too) and began the process. Complete professionals and were extremely efficient in their work, walking us through what to expect for the two days. After completing the final step (clear coat seal) they worked to remove all the extra flakes from the yard and ensured the entire area was clean. John called after to confirm the job and clean up was to our satisfaction, which it was. I would recommend John and his company to anyone looking at resurfacing their garage or covered patios
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!!