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The traveling concrete gnome is coming to your town!!! Please read and comment!! 2 Replies

Hello everyone, I want to first apologize for not being active on the forums, via email or even a call to say hi, for some time now. As you read on, you will see why. I have had a lot of things...

Started by Tommy, Absolute ConcreteWorks in General. Last reply by Tommy, Absolute ConcreteWorks Oct 31.

Training 1 Reply

Hi Jeff, I thought I saw on your site, a page for upcoming training in artificial rock, subscription based. Will there be something like that in the future? Thanks, Bruce

Started by Bruce Rogers in General. Last reply by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network Sep 12.

Work and Travel.

I'd really love to travel and work in different places around the country, if anyone has any input on this, or know's of a company that i could get aboard with, I'd like to discuss it. Thanks Ray.

Started by Ray Hitt in General Sep 5.

Production Columns 2 Replies

I have a marketing plan in place for stone columns that are used for iron and vinyl fencing.I have a manufacturing plant with styro columns as well as several national chains that will sell the col...

Started by Richard Mecham in General. Last reply by Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com Aug 10.

What are we paying for a good bag mix? 3 Replies

How much are we paying for our bag mix's? I am sure that every part of the US has different pricing. I think from my research that bag prices are as follows. Countertop mix white $38 to $45 per 50 ...

Tagged: Pricing, Mix

Started by Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com in Product Discussions. Last reply by David D Driggs Aug 15.

How do I duplicate colors / patterns 3 Replies

(I have tried to locate the original designer and also contacted the website where the countertop was posted, but have not had any luck / reply.) How can I figure out what materials / colors / pro...

Started by J. Bower in General. Last reply by J. Bower Aug 15.

Concrete Steps 2 Replies

Hi Jeff, This is a reprint from ED WARREN's messege sent to JEFF DATIN I am getting ready to overlay concrete on steps and I really like the pool entry where you made it look like layers of segmen...

Started by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network in General. Last reply by Bruce Rogers Sep 3.

Filling Saw Cuts 5 Replies

Has anyone used the colored silicone latex caulks to fill saw cuts in floors? How are they holding up? I am looking for a more economical, less messy, and time consuming way to fill saw cuts.

Tagged: grouting, filling saw cuts

Started by Randy Woods in General. Last reply by Randy Woods Aug 7.

Fly Ash. Do You Use It? 4 Replies

I Saw this on the history channel a few weeks ago and was concerened about the high levels of lead and other bad stuff that is claimed to be present in flyash. If anyone has more information on the...

Started by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network in General. Last reply by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network Jul 20.

Color Techniques 26 Replies

I have heard from many, many professional contractors, artists and diy'ers that some of their biggest problems come from not knowing how to get the colors right on their projects. This can make or ...

Started by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network in Colors - Making your work Wow!. Last reply by Victor Gonzalez Sep 23.

How do YOU mix your mixes? 1 Reply

I see various ways that people have mixed up their mixes wether it's with a paddle and drill motor or a cement truck or something in between. Let us know what method you use.

Started by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network in General. Last reply by Colin hiday Jun 30.

How's Business??? 4 Replies

Just wondering if anyone's busy? I hope so! Let us all know of any good projects you may have in the works. There is work out there, you just have to look for it now! I have had a few small project...

Started by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network in General. Last reply by Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com Aug 1.

crack repair 8 Replies

Does anyone know of any company or installer that can guarantee their crack repair? Thanks, Ron Stotler Concrete Innovations

Started by Ron Stotler in General. Last reply by Ron Stotler Jun 4.

Tell me Please! sealers 11 Replies

We are searching for the perfect counter top sealer and I'm allready frustrated. I want the same things my clients want, a top that looks fantastic and that performs. The questions I'm asked the mo...

Started by Chip Irick in General. Last reply by Chip Irick Jul 29.

overlay edges, best way to finish, prep 1 Reply

I am looking for a little advice here. I am adding an overlay border to an existing driveway, I have used taped edge, as well as scored edges at the termination points. Which seems to hold up the b...

Tagged: edges, overlay, prep

Started by Randy Woods in General. Last reply by Don Hansen May 26.

To all Fellow Artists : 21 Replies

Today the industry lost one of the best and brightest members Wayne Sellon past away last night. Wayne was my mentor and driving force not just in this trade but also as one of my closest freinds ,...

Started by Creative Stone Works in General. Last reply by Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com Jul 29.

Update to Absolute Approach to GFRC

ABSOLUTE ConcreteWorks LLC. fusing art with function RE: Absolute Approach to GFRC Updates TO: Those that have already and to those considering Absolute Approach to GFRC FROM Tommy Cook Hello Ever...

Started by Tommy, Absolute ConcreteWorks in Training and Class Discussions Apr 29.

mixer 1 Reply

looking to buy a hand held mixer for overlays. been holding out for six months just using drills i had from the carpenter days, afraid to spend the money on a good mixer. after burning up two cordl...

Started by clayton perrins in General. Last reply by urbancraftsman Apr 28.

oops acid stain counter top 6 Replies

i pored in place a large kitchen for a DOCTOR friend and poured the stain on then brushed it in, the pour spots show a big color difference and the doc dont like it. any way of fixing besides an ov...

Tagged: stain, acid

Started by clayton perrins in Concrete Countertops. Last reply by Richard Mecham Jul 11.

elmers glue as a concrete fortifier? 3 Replies

Is this guy for real?? Spoke to a guy yesterday who says to use elmer's glue as a concrete fortifier. Does this work? Now that I think about it, Quickcrete's acrylic fortifier is the same color and...

Started by Phil Perez "ConcretePhil" in General. Last reply by Victor Gonzalez Aug 5.

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Thank you Jeff Datin

Everyone should donate to the concrete cause at least $20 for keeping this great place. Thanks again Jeff for the fantastic video of construction on the pool slide. That video is inspirational...

Scott

Posted by urbancraftsman on July 8, 2009 at 1:05am

PHOTO HELP

I SEEM TO BE MISSING A PHOTO, ERASED BY ACCIDENT AND SOMEONE OUT THERE MAY HAVE A COPY. PJD CREATIONS, IT WAS A LARGE FIREPLACE NICHE ON TOP OF A MANTLE. WE ACTUALLY HAD ONE OF OUR WORKERS PAINTING IT AT THE TIME. HE HAD LONG HAIR (ERIC). IF ANYONE KNOW'S WHICH ONE AND CAN SEND ME A COPY. WE HAVE A LIEN AGAINST THAT CLIENT FOR NON-PAYMENT AND I NEED THE PHOTO FOR COURT.

ANY H E L P GREATLY APPRECIATED

PAM AND DAVE

Posted by Pam and Dave Schmidt on June 16, 2009 at 12:01pm

1 Year Anniversary!

June marks our 1st anniversary for the Concrete Artists Network. We have seen a lot of changes to our network and our lives. We lost a great member, Wayne Sellon, we gained a huge amount of interest in our craft and met alot of really great people. We've watched our collegues and friends struggle and collapse in the economy. That in it's self could be enough for most of us. A very up and down year for a lot of us. And not just us but the entire world has become a mess. Our government has nearly… Continue

Posted by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network on June 1, 2009 at 10:00am — 1 Comment

Where Are We?

Just a curious question. I was sitting at my computer and looking at the past activity on the network and I noticed that we have slowed a bit. Is everyone getting busy? Is there work out there? Have we left the computer for the trowel? I really hope so. I haven't been able to be here as much as would like because I'm looking for anything available too!
If you are getting work, make sure to take plenty of photos and add them to your page! We all love pictures! If anyone has a story about a job or… Continue

Posted by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network on June 1, 2009 at 8:31am

Wayne Sellon

For anyone that has signed up as a member on the Concrete Artists Network, most likely you know of Wayne Sellon. He was always the first one to welcome our new members and would almost always have an answer. I never asked for him to take that position. He took it upon himself to help out any way he could. I want to thank him for all the support and involvement he gave to our network. It made my work here a lot better.

I had the opportunity to be a featured artist along with Wayne on the Vertica… Continue

Posted by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network on May 2, 2009 at 7:58pm

Pool Slide

Thanks for looking. I am a homeowner looking to design or have a professional design a artificial rock feature around the water slide. Any infomation or classes would be great. Although this may be a bigger project then I want to tackle I would like to find someone that can give me some ideas and pricing. Thanks for the help.

Posted by Daniel Milliken on April 3, 2009 at 1:18pm — 1 Comment

Online webinar success!

After attending several of these online webinars it has got me thinking. Vertical concrete in it's self has definately come a long way in the ten or so years that I have been involved. Even though we are just getting our feet wet with thes "live discussions" I can see a definate trend towards learning, teaching and just getting the public to better understand what we as concrete artists do. I would encourage everyone on this network to, at the very least, sign in and listen. I think once we all… Continue

Posted by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network on April 3, 2009 at 9:36am

2 KITCHENS IN EVERY HOME-start training for the future?

Outdoor Kitchens are very useful for the homeowner. They can be used to entertain guests but mainly used for families. The outdoor space can also be enclosed for winter use if built inside a paragola or screenporch with large siding doors. -GOOGLE SKETCHUP IS FREE-use it, live it, love it. There are methods to build the job with decorative masonry and concrete that will last a few lifetimes and look classy. If a pizza/bread/roasting oven are added this makes the room a centerpiece. The ROCK and… Continue

Posted by urbancraftsman on March 18, 2009 at 8:00pm — 1 Comment

Jobs are out there. You just have to learn to do all the different kinds of trades to compete today.

If you are a small business with only a couple employees. Learn to do all your own masonry work along with building all the pretty stuff. My profits are high due to low labor and not giving away all the easy jobs to the other contractors. Learn electric. It can save you time and $. Low voltage lighting adds 10 to 15% to projects for me. VerticalRockCarvng.com & TrabajoRustico.com

Posted by urbancraftsman on January 21, 2009 at 12:41pm

Who is Jeff Datin?

My name is Jeff Datin, born and raised in SoCal. After I moved with my family to Riverside, Ca., I started racing off road. First it was Honda Odysseys then 3-wheelers then Quads that I still race and ride to this day. Originally a mechanic by trade, I left the mainstream automotive field to be an off road race car mechanic that I excelled at working with three of the winningest teams in the industry.
After about 7 years of travel and hard work, my wife Lisa and I started a family. I left the ra… Continue

Posted by Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network on January 5, 2009 at 11:00pm

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Richard Mecham commented on Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com's photo 'Limestone with 6" Wood Inlay'

Bobby, Really nice work.I liked that you used real wood with the overlay.The limestone mix really gives it that natural look.

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Don Hansen commented on Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com's photo 'Limestone with 6" Wood Inlay'

Bobby this work is beautiful. I did a patio similer to this with all stamped concrete.

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Don Hansen commented on Don Hansen's photo '2009(NOV) 032'

Hi Victor. This is new stamped concrete with Rafco cappicino color hardner. I rented this stamp so I could offer more variety than what I have right now. I do not Know who made the stamp.

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Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com commented on Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com's photo 'Limestone with 6" Wood Inlay'

Victor I used 6"x1/2" thick maple glue down wood. I had to center the room so as to get the same squares on each side. The fireplace was not centered so the cuts could not be the same on each side. We glued down the wood, (toung & groove) and then...

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Victor Gonzalez commented on Don Hansen's photo '2009(NOV) 019'

Don , you out doing yourself , wow , wow, I like the wood look , I'm a wood floor buff , and you have capture every good floor sample look to great detail , it all looks great ... keep up the good work .

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Victor Gonzalez commented on Don Hansen's photo '2009(NOV) 032'

Great versaillie pattern Don , you really did a great job , what stamp did you use was it proline or matecrete..??? What color did you use ? What product ? Was it your's or prebagged. ??? Really

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Victor Gonzalez commented on Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com's photo 'Limestone with 6" Wood Inlay'

Bobby, was the area around the fireplace miter on cuts or did you use a jointer, I would like to see how the process went , I like the 24 x 24 tiles , it looks great .. how did it wrap the room ?

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Victor Gonzalez commented on Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com's photo 'Limestone with 6" Wood Inlay'

Booby , you out did your self , designing a Media floor .. I love it , I do this all the time with tile, but I have been wanting to do this with a overlay as well and reall wood , but haven't had the balls to waste material , just n case it didn't...

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Victor Gonzalez commented on Don Hansen's photo '2009(NOV) 022'

This is so sweet , I like to the look , If this what you writing about , it looks great , I like the different patterns, Don you did an excellent job ..

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Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com commented on Don Hansen's photo '2009(NOV) 022'

Don great work. This looks great together.

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Which companys wood stamp is that?

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Is anyone placing aggregate in the top AND stamping. I like the look of both and am wondering about the feasibility of pressing aggregate patterns in the top, stamping and selectively polishing. Also, is it bad to use obsidian chips as an exposed ...

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