Minnesota Concrete Blog

by Lowell Russell Concrete

Entries from May 2010

The Beauty and Benefits of Exterior Stained Concrete for Your Home or Business

May 31st, 2010 · No Comments

Though everybody has heard the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover!” at least once, the simple reality of things for a business or homeowner is that looks do matter. For example, the exterior aesthetic of a business location says a lot, and an inventive and bright look shows customers that a business owner is willing to go above and beyond in the name of the extraordinary. This gives potential customers a reason to think twice and actually remember a business. And one great way to get the point across is by getting creative with concrete staining and etching.

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Tags: Concrete Staining · Decorative Concrete · Exterior Concrete

The Many Uses of Concrete in Your Home or Business

May 24th, 2010 · No Comments

Concrete is used to pour foundations and walls in buildings and structures around the world, which is a building material made from water, sand, gravel and cement. Approximately six billion tons of concrete are produced every year, and concrete is one of the most durable building materials ever created. Together, steel and concrete can make buildings as high as skyscrapers, but most people don’t realize the elegance and beauty of poured concrete for use around their home or business.

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Tags: Decorative Concrete · Driveways · Exterior Concrete · Patios · Pools · Stamped Concrete (Imprinted/Textured) · Steps & Walkways