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Cement Floors Old or Modern?

The typical floor in many modern communities starts with a concrete foundation. While we associate this type of construction with modern buildings, it actually represents an ancient architectural method. Find out how concrete got its beginnings and to see how much it has - or hasn't - changed over the centuries.

The Interesting Science on Epoxy Coatings

You can trust science when it comes to epoxy coatings! Studies have demonstrated the value of epoxy coatings for protecting concrete. Here is just one example of such research.

Protect the Concrete First!

A recent article in The New York Times pointed to concrete deterioration as a potential cause of the June 2021 collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium complex in Miami, Florida. A 2018 consultant’s report detailed the need for repairs at the decades-old building, pointing out significant “concrete and rebar damage — most of it […]

Protecting Concrete Floors: Sour Milk

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. How can such an innocuous liquid as milk […]

Why Do I Need to Waterproof My Concrete?

Concrete may be manufactured with water, but once that concrete dries and hardens, that’s 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 like those provided by California Custom Coatings do just that. Here are some […]