Over the past few years, we have developed a wide range of colors through experimentation with different pigments and stains.  Also, for a marginal fee, we can develop a special color just for you.  These colors are not an applied finish, like paint, but achieved by mixing pigments with the cement itself prior to pouring.

We can provide a variety of textures from trawled surfaces, smooth cast, sanded, and mottled surfaces.   We have also introduced unusual objects such as beach glass or a rock collection into the surface of the concrete before pouring it.

This is one of the real advantages of using concrete.  Since it has no shape of its own, it will adopt any shape you offer it.

Tiny hairline cracks are normal in concrete provided that they are small. They don't compromise the strength of well placed, properly designed and reinforced concrete.  A little experience has taught us that planning in the design and care in the execution can control this tendency, but it is the nature of the material to occasionally show small cracks.

Most countertops are poured at 1 1/2" and 2" thick, but all thicknesses are possible.

We cast countertops no larger than 10' in length because at 17 pounds to the square foot, anything larger is too difficult to handle.  On large projects individual slabs are joined together to cover areas of any size and shape.  We consider the placement of these seams a part of the design.

Concrete itself is extremely heat resistant.  At worst, a hot skillet might mar the seal or polish coats.  So don't get carried away, but don't worry about destroying it in a simple kitchen mishap.

We've never had a problem with existing cabinetry being too weak to support a concrete countertop.  If it can support a granite top, it can hold concrete.

The pigments used in obtaining the colors are natural oxides and won't fade or yellow.  As an added bonus, they are also environmentally friendly.