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Repainting fuel islands is a never-ending maintenance cycle for many C-store and retail fuel sites. Fading color, chipped edges, and brand inconsistencies add up fast, especially in harsh climates. This blog breaks down why traditional paint struggles to hold up—and how a long-lasting restoration solution can eliminate the constant touch-up routine for good.
DetailsConvenience stores are the heartbeat of America’s roadways, serving more than 160 million customers daily. With constant foot traffic, vehicle flow, and exposure to the elements, their surfaces take a beating. From cracked sidewalks and faded curbs to damaged fuel islands and high-maintenance floors, surface issues can impact safety and appearance. Simon Surfaces provides durable, low-disruption solutions—like epoxy-mortar fuel island restorations, concrete resurfacing, and polished concrete floors—to keep C-stores safe, attractive, and ready for the busy holiday travel season.
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Learn the difference between concrete repair and resurfacing. Compare methods, benefits, and when to use each for your commercial or industrial space.
DetailsHospitality Surface Safety: Summer Prep Tips for Concrete & Pool Decks Summer travel season is officially here! Since many hotels and resorts often reach their peak visitors during this time, let’s look at some of the surfacing challenges the hospitality industry faces. Concrete Trip Hazards Safety first, as always. Avoiding trip hazards should be #1…
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Fuel Island Design Trends: How Vehicle Size and Safety Shape Modern Restoration For those not in the fueling business, a fuel island is the raised concrete platform underneath the gas pump. It’s a small piece of equipment for most fueling facilities but it can make a big impact on the overall design and more importantly,…
DetailsPick a Sustainable Surface: How Concrete Resurfacing Reduces Waste When it comes to sustainability, every part of a facility matters — including the concrete surfaces underfoot. Often overlooked, concrete repair and resurfacing can be one of the simplest ways to reduce environmental impact and extend the life of what’s already there. Why Pick a Sustainable…
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Slip, Trip & Fall Hazards: Facility Safety Tips Slips and falls are the leading cause of emergency room visits in the United States – more than 8 million visits per year. Facility trip and fall hazards are a significant concern. Slips and falls are also the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims with compensation and…
DetailsConcrete & Flooring Solutions for Self-Storage Facilities The demand for self-storage facilities rose significantly during the COVID pandemic and has remained strong in recent years. With more than 52,000 facilities across the U.S. covering approximately 2.1 billion square feet, concrete flooring solutions for self-storage are essential to maintaining durability, safety, and aesthetics. Self-storage facilities can…
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Finding the right floor for your facility Your floor covers nearly all your facility’s footprint. That’s why it’s so important to find the right floor for the needs of your facility. With so many options available, it can seem overwhelming. Here are a few key questions to consider when reviewing floor options. With innumerable flooring…
DetailsPrepare your convenience store or gas station for winter weather with safety tips, essential supplies, and strategies to keep customers and employees safe during harsh conditions.
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