By jconrad on December 8, 2010
There are numerous chemicals in the world, some natural and others man-made. While there is no doubt that the majority of them add value to our lives, it is equally certain that chemicals have a negative side-effect, one of the most common of which is the corrosion that they cause on things, whether wood, metal, [...]
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By jconrad on December 8, 2010
I know, we have written about the before, but its the number one thing we receive emails about, and everyone wants more clarification. So, here you go. As you know, epoxy concrete paint is a popular product for treating concrete floors. Epoxy, itself, is twice as strong as concrete, waterproof, and seamless. Additionally, its strength, [...]
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By jconrad on December 7, 2010
Epoxy resin is one of the most durable countertop materials available on the market, and they made it that way for a reason: it is most frequently used for laboratory countertops and work surfaces. For those looking for the strongest and most chemically and thermally shock-resistant countertop, epoxy resin is the most natural choice. // [...]
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By jconrad on November 15, 2010
Is epoxy completely waterproof? More than once, I’ve heard from people working on projects, be it a boat, a patio, whatever… that end up complaining because they have been told that epoxy is this miracle product that will prevent any type of corrosion or damage. That it is essentially bomb-proof. My first question always runs [...]
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By jconrad on November 12, 2010
A lot has been made of epoxy mortars over the past few years. A growing dissatisfaction with mold and mildew, and new understanding of the havoc that they can wreak on bathroom construction has led many to search for new and better alternatives to the traditional tile grouts that line many bathrooms. Additionally, a great [...]
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By jconrad on November 10, 2010
Over the next few weeks, I’m going to try to become more active on the blog, and plow through a bunch of post ideas that have been brought up to me, or that have occurred to me. Today, we’ll tackle epoxy sealers, how to pick a good one, and what to be aware of going [...]
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By jconrad on November 9, 2010
Well, this is one of those reviews, like many others, that is a bit of a double-edged sword. A couple of months ago, while we still had a little sunshine up here in the Pacific Northwest, I set about to coat my garage floor with epoxy. It’s important to do this job while the sun [...]
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By jconrad on September 7, 2010
If there is one aspect of maintenance that restaurants and other commercial concerns have over the average household, it is the strength of material necessary to handle massive abuse. The next time you saddle up the bar at your favorite watering hole, take a minute to note the bar top itself. If it’s wood, and [...]
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By jconrad on May 16, 2010
A better title for this post might be: Can you really remove epoxy once it has cured? Because it is not easy. The most popular method out there right now seems to be acetone, which is a lot like rubbing alcohol in that it is colorless and very flammable. The belief out there is that [...]
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By jconrad on May 15, 2010
So, you’re ready to apply an epoxy garage floor coating. You’ve got the necessary supplies, and it’s time to take the plunge. Here are some helpful hints to get you going on your way to that professional look that you’re after for your home within your home. To begin with, we’re going to assume that [...]
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