Autumn is coming and for those of us in the Pacific Northwest, that means rain. Along with rain comes wet leaves, puddles, and mud. Shoes get slippery, walkways become slick, and small tumbles may occur. But luckily, this can be prevented! Concrete steps are usually the culprit to slippery walkways but the good news is…
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Concrete is fairly easy to maintain, but if you want your concrete floor to stay like new you should consider sealing it. Sealing concrete helps to maintain a beautiful, smooth floor for years to come. At GWC Decorative Concrete, we know a thing or two about keeping concrete in tip-top shape! This post contains…
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Office spaces need to serve many different functions. They should impress clients and customers, but they should also be functional and pleasing to your workers on a daily basis. Flooring, unfortunately, is often an afterthought. The same old carpet fills countless offices, usually beige or navy with old coffee stains. Shouldn’t all of your desks,…
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Summertime in the Pacific Northwest is the perfect time to enjoy hanging out by the pool. Whether you are sunbathing, swimming laps, or watching your kids splash around, you are spending substantial time on a pool deck. Maybe you have noticed that it looks a little weathered and could use a little beautification. One way…
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The sun is out, the birds are chirping, and time spent outside has drastically increased. It’s summer in Portland, Oregon, and everyone is making the most of it! That includes making sure your landscape looks gorgeous. And as one of the most traveled parts of your property, your walkways should get a little love. …
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Retaining walls help define space in your yard, create elevated beds for flowers and trees, add value to your home, and prevent erosion. Especially on a steep slope, they protect against sinkholes and water drainage. If you’re still on the fence, here are 5 benefits to building a landscape retaining wall. The topics that will…
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Front porches truly do so much for a home. They serve as a welcoming first impression for guests, and everyone loves lounging outside when the weather is nice. They also add instant curb appeal which can even boost your property value. To make sure your porch stands the test of time without sacrificing style, you’ll…
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Stamped concrete patios look beautiful in any style home. Not only are they attractive and able to mimic the look of other materials, but they are much easier to maintain over their lifetime. That means more time enjoying barbecues, parties, and family relaxation. In this post we’ll talk about three stamped concrete patio ideas that…
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Especially in the Pacific Northwest, mudrooms have the potential to be incredibly functional spaces. They help prevent dirt from tracking into a clean home and can even be spaces for messier chores. But since they’re often the first escape from the elements, they need to be as durable as they are attractive. That’s why concrete…
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You’ve decided that you want a beautiful new concrete floor or slab and now you’re choosing which stain, epoxy, finish, or paint you want. But did you know that there’s one more decision you need to make first? In order to make your treatment work properly, you’ll need to roughen the surface of your…
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