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....
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...
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...
California Custom Coatings only uses superior concrete epoxies on every job we complete. Our current epoxy primer is made by Versatile Building Products (VBP),Β a thoroughly tested product known for its strength and adhesion capabilities. For example, here is a...
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...
California Custom Coatings creates epoxy floors in just about any room with a concrete foundation. Commonly this means the garage, a washroom, or perhaps around the pool. Warehouses, professional kitchens, hospitals β these are all additional places where you often...
I just had Jim Olinger from California Custom Coatings refinish approximately 3300 square feet of concrete patios that were originally finished with a concrete overlay process that was failing. Jim's crew consisted of his wife, Danielle, Alex and James. This was a large project and was completed on time and on budget. The quality of the work performed was exceptional. Jim's knowlege of the properties of concrete is amazing. He is familiar with everything that is available and what works the best. His crew was very professional. I am a retired builder of high-end custom homes. If I was still in business, California Custom Coatings would be doing all my Specialty concrete work. My wife and I are very pleased with the end result. It is refreshing to work with people who perform high quality work for a very fair price.
John and his team did a great job on my garage floor! They we're communicative, on time and reasonably priced. my Epoxy floor looks great! I'd highly recommend this company!
