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Blogs From Our Concrete Artists

Gene Dean

Happy Thanks giving everyone!

gene

Posted by Gene Dean on November 25, 2009 at 4:33pm

urbancraftsman

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

Pam and Dave Schmidt

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

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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 — 2 Comments

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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

Daniel Milliken

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

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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

urbancraftsman

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

urbancraftsman

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

 

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Don Hansen and Rock On! are now friends
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I am happy with the way my work turned out but with your video I know it would have been better. As we discussed before, the best way to learn is to actually do the work hands on.
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Nice work Nathan.
19 hours ago
I am looking for pricing information. Any help would be apprecated.
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Nathan Giffin added a video
Just this one aspect alone is unlimited in the vertical decorative concrete arena
20 hours ago
Excellent!
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Hey Richard, Keep me in the loop on your DVD. I'm always in the learn mode and this would fit that need. See ya in Vegas. gene
yesterday
Thanks Don! I love this material. Sticks to just about anything, wood, drywall, plastic, existing concrete, stucco walls. cinderblock, and cement board. Pegaduro is very versatile.
yesterday
How did it turn out?
yesterday
I just did a pond and waterfall at my office. I wish I had this video before I started. I will see you in Las Vegas. Your promo was very good.
yesterday
Very good work. I have used Pegadura on samples and it is very fine material.
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Matt taylor and Jim Elbrecht joined Concrete Artists Network.com
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Rock On! added 2 photos
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This is the "off the wall" fireplace mantle installed on the fireplace I previously remodeled. I just finished applying the concrete to the hearth and the customeer couldn't wait to begin decorating the mantle.
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What is the value of something like this 2 hr DVD. I disclose my vendors, materials, equipment and over 20 years of know how! Input would be greatly appreciated. Merry Christmas!! Richard L. Winget www.authenticenvironments.com
yesterday
Richard L. Winget added a video
This instructional DVD takes an in depth look at building a rock and waterscape from the ground up. You will learn painting and carving techniques. Vendors will be revealed to allow you to work efficiently on any project. Every phase of the rock and…
yesterday
Hey guys, I'll be participating in the Artistry Demo this year. Stop by and introduce yourself. gene dean
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Forum

Henry Fehr

Snow look

I have a customer that wants a planter in his back yard and wants it to looked like it snowed on it. What can I use to color the concrete white?

Tagged: color

Started by Henry Fehr in General Dec 6.

Colin hiday

latex?? for concrete molds... 1 Reply

looking for a good supplyer for latex. For concrete molds???

Started by Colin hiday in General. Last reply by Phil Perez "ConcretePhil" Nov 30.

Tommy, Absolute ConcreteWorks

The traveling concrete gnome is coming to your town!!! Please read and comment!! 4 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 g…

Started by Tommy, Absolute ConcreteWorks in General. Last reply by Richard Mecham Nov 12.

Bruce Rogers

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.

Ray Hitt

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.

Richard Mecham

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 colum…

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

Bobby Leatherwood co-owner Picassacrete.com

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 lb…

Tagged: Pricing, Mix

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

J. Bower

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 / proce…

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

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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 segmente…

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

Randy Woods

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.

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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 p…

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

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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 br…

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

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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.

Jeff Datin - Concrete Artists Network

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 projects…

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

Ron Stotler

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.

Chip Irick

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 most…

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

Randy Woods

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 bes…

Tagged: edges, overlay, prep

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

Creative Stone Works

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 , b…

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

Tommy, Absolute ConcreteWorks

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 Everyo…

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

clayton perrins

mixer 2 Replies

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 cordles…

Started by clayton perrins in General. Last reply by Richard Mecham Nov 11.


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