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Restoring Concrete Fuel Islands with Epoxies

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Question: How is epoxy used in fuel island restorations? Answer: Our product is basically made out of 100 percent solid epoxy. For a gas island, it’s a three-step build-up process. First, we would take off and remove the metal, and then we would form the island up. We would then mix our epoxy with a special…


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Why Metal Should be Removed from Fuel Pump Islands

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Question: Why doesn’t Simon Surfaces use metal bands in its fuel island restorations? Answer: There are some notable disadvantages to using metal bands. Obviously over time, they’re going to deteriorate due to rust. Once they starts rusting, there’s nothing you can do about it. If a car would strike it, it’s going to make a sharp…


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What Types of Concrete are Eligible for Repair or Resurfacing?

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Areas of heavy foot traffic are prime candidates for a concrete repair or resurfacing job. Derik McIntosh, Simon Surfaces Production Manager, examines the most common areas, such as sidewalks and driveways.


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When is Concrete Resurfacing an Option?

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If you notice your concrete sidewalks and other surfaces are showing signs of age and disrepair, it may be time to intervene with a concrete resurfacing. Simon Surfaces’ Derik McIntosh outlines what factors may make your concrete surface a candidate for resurfacing.

Examining Concretes Most Common Issues

Examining Concretes Most Common Issues

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Question: What are the most common concrete issues you see? Answer: The most common issue we see is cracking. Concrete is designed to crack. You try to make it crack where you would like it to, but it doesn’t always work that way. That’s our biggest customer issue because it usually develops into a trip hazard,…

Put a freeze on Winter Holiday Fires

Put a freeze on winter fires

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According to the National Fire Protection Association, during the winter months increased risk of fire is contributed to heating, holiday decorations, winter storms, and candles. NFPA and the U.S. Fire Administration have teamed up to help reduce your risk to winter fires and other hazards, including carbon monoxide and electrical fires. Read more here on how to be safe over the holidays …

Repairing Sidewalks with Concrete-Alternatives

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Questions: I have a few cracks and splits in my concrete sidewalk. How can they easily and cost-effectively resolve? Answer: When there are splits and cracks in sidewalks, there are normally one or two procedures. The first is a basic concrete repair so if there are isolated areas in the concrete causing trip hazards, we saw-cut…