One of the many ways our Dealers can make your concrete space unique is through the use of logos. Business entrances or areas where you want to show off your favorite teams or brands can be made a reality by our Dealers using any one of our coatings for your existing concrete.

Participating in home and garden shows can be a great opportunity to capture leads for your decorative concrete business. Here are some tips to help you effectively capture leads during these events:

1. Attractive Booth Design:
   • Create an eye-catching and professional booth design that showcases your decorative concrete products and services. Use high-quality signage and visuals to grab the attention of attendees.
2. Interactive Displays:
   • Set up interactive displays that allow attendees to touch and feel your decorative concrete products. Interactive elements can engage visitors and leave a lasting impression.
3. Demonstrations:
   • Conduct live demonstrations to showcase the application of your decorative concrete products. This not only educates the attendees but also helps them visualize the end result.
4. Educational Materials:
   • Provide brochures, flyers, and other informative materials that highlight the benefits and features of your decorative concrete solutions. Include before-and-after photos to demonstrate the transformation.
5. Lead Capture System:
   • Implement a lead capture system to collect contact information from interested attendees. Consider using tablets or smartphones to digitally collect leads, making the process more efficient.
6. Contests and Giveaways:
   • Hold contests or giveaways that encourage attendees to provide their contact information. This can include a free consultation, a discount on your services, or a decorative concrete product as a prize.
7. Engage with Attendees:
   • Train your staff to engage with attendees in a friendly and approachable manner. Ask open-ended questions to understand their needs and educate them on how your decorative concrete solutions can meet those needs.
8. Offer Show Specials:
   • Create exclusive show specials or discounts for attendees who express interest in your services during the event. Limited-time offers can create a sense of urgency and drive conversions.
9. Networking:
   • Connect with other exhibitors and professionals in related industries. Building relationships with fellow exhibitors can lead to referrals and partnerships.
10. Follow-Up Strategy:
    • Develop a follow-up strategy to nurture the leads you’ve captured. Send personalized emails or make phone calls shortly after the event to express gratitude for their interest and provide additional information.
11. Social Media Promotion:
    • Leverage social media platforms to promote your participation in the home and garden show. Encourage attendees to follow your pages for updates and share highlights from the event.
12. Customer Testimonials:
    • Display customer testimonials at your booth or incorporate them into your promotional materials. Positive feedback from satisfied customers can build trust and credibility with potential leads.

Remember, the key is to create a memorable and positive experience for attendees and to effectively communicate the value of your decorative concrete products and services.

Decorative concrete coatings on walls offer several advantages, making them a popular choice for both residential and commercial applications. Here are some of the key benefits:

1. Aesthetic Appeal: Decorative concrete coatings provide a visually appealing finish that can mimic various materials such as stone, tile, brick, or wood. This allows for customization to match the overall design and aesthetics of the space.
2. Versatility: These coatings offer a high level of versatility in terms of colors, patterns, and textures. This flexibility allows for creative and unique designs, making it suitable for a wide range of architectural styles.
3. Durability: Concrete is a robust and durable material. When applied as a coating, it enhances the wall’s resistance to wear and tear, impact, and other forms of damage. This durability ensures a longer lifespan and reduces the need for frequent maintenance.
4. Easy Maintenance: Decorative concrete coatings are relatively easy to clean and maintain. They resist stains, dust, and dirt, and can be cleaned with simple methods like sweeping, mopping, or pressure washing.
5. Cost-Effective: Compared to some traditional materials like natural stone or hardwood, decorative concrete coatings are often more cost-effective. They can provide a similar aesthetic without the high price tag.
6. Environmentally Friendly: Concrete is an environmentally friendly material as it can be locally sourced, and the application of decorative coatings can be done with minimal waste. Additionally, concrete has thermal mass properties that can contribute to energy efficiency in buildings.
7. Resistance to Moisture: Decorative concrete coatings can provide a barrier against moisture, helping to prevent water damage and mold growth on walls. This is particularly beneficial in areas prone to humidity or moisture exposure.
8. Customization: Decorative concrete coatings offer a high level of customization in terms of colors, patterns, and textures. This allows for tailoring the design to suit the specific preferences and requirements of the property owner.
9. Quick Installation: Compared to some traditional materials, decorative concrete coatings can be applied relatively quickly. This can result in faster project completion times, reducing inconvenience and downtime.
10. Increased Property Value: The aesthetic appeal, durability, and low maintenance of decorative concrete coatings can contribute to an increase in property value. This makes them a worthwhile investment for homeowners and property developers.

It’s important to note that the success of decorative concrete coatings depends on proper installation and adherence to recommended maintenance practices. Consulting with a Dealer from Concrete Technology Inc. and following care guidelines will help ensure the longevity and performance of the coatings.

Decorative concrete resurfacing offers several advantages over traditional flooring options like tile or wood. Here’s a list of some key benefits:

1. Durability:
   • Concrete is highly durable and can withstand heavy foot traffic, making it a long-lasting flooring option.
2. Low Maintenance:
   • Decorative concrete requires minimal maintenance. Regular cleaning is usually sufficient to keep it in good condition.
3. Cost-Effective:
   • In many cases, decorative concrete resurfacing is more cost-effective than installing high-quality tiles or hardwood flooring.
4. Versatility in Design:
   • Concrete can be customized in various ways, allowing for a wide range of design options. You can choose different colors, patterns, and textures to match your aesthetic preferences.
5. Seamless Surface:
   • Unlike tile or wood, decorative concrete can be applied seamlessly, reducing the number of joints and seams. This not only enhances the visual appeal but also makes cleaning easier.
6. Stain Resistance:
   • Properly sealed decorative concrete is resistant to stains and spills, making it suitable for areas prone to spills or high traffic.
7. Temperature Stability:
   • Concrete tends to maintain a stable temperature, making it comfortable to walk on in various weather conditions. It doesn’t get as cold as tile or as warm as some types of wood.
8. Environmentally Friendly:
   • Concrete is often considered an eco-friendly option, especially if it can be applied over an existing concrete substrate, reducing the need for additional materials.
9. Increased Home Value:
   • Well-executed decorative concrete resurfacing can add to the overall aesthetics of your home, potentially increasing its market value.
10. Resistance to Moisture:
    • Concrete is naturally resistant to moisture, reducing the risk of mold and mildew growth. This makes it suitable for areas like basements or bathrooms.
11. Adaptability to Radiant Heating:
    • Decorative concrete can be used in conjunction with radiant heating systems, providing warmth in colder months.
12. Customizable Texture:
    • You can choose the level of texture in decorative concrete, providing options for a smoother finish or a more textured surface based on your preferences.
13. Quick Installation:
    • In many cases, decorative concrete resurfacing can be completed faster than installing tile or wood flooring, minimizing disruption to your daily life.
14. Longevity:
    • Properly maintained decorative concrete can last for decades, offering a long-term flooring solution.

While decorative concrete resurfacing has numerous advantages, it’s important to consult with your CTi Dealer to ensure proper installation and maintenance for optimal results.

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One of the many benefits of using the CTi coatings on your outdoor concrete is its ability to continue looking great even through the harshest winters. Salts, de-icing agents and the elements have no effect on CTi’s tough as nails coating for your concrete and provides a look that improves the value of your home as well as heightens your enjoyment of the area.

Not all customers are created equal, some are looking for a creative application on their concrete that is as unique as they are while others are looking for cost effective alternatives.

Maybe the customer is wanting to clean up the concrete to get the home ready for sale. Others may be looking to stay within a strict budget. No matter the reason, CTi has some great cost effective alternatives when it comes to providing the budget conscious customer with a solution for their ugly concrete.

Clean and Seal their concrete: Concrete will always hold dirt, grow mold and mildew and will sport the occasional stain. A great way to improve the look of this area would be to clean the concrete but then seal the area to make it easier to clean in the future. This not only provides an immediate solution, but also a solution for future maintenance.

Color Tone Classic: This is a cost effective, decorative alternative for the customer’s concrete. Using virgin acetone dyed different colors to offer a mottled look that is warm and inviting, Color Tone Classic is a cost effective way to offer a decorative look. This, used with our Series 170 sealer outdoors or the Aqua Shield 365 indoors, offers the customer a beautiful finish that is easier to maintain and will last for years.

Re-stain and seal stamped concrete: One of the drawbacks of stamped concrete is that many times the project is finished without sealing the area. Without sealer, the colors of the stamped job start to fade and the area becomes more difficult to maintain. CTi Dealers can bring the color back to life and then provide a sealer that will keep the area looking great for years to come.

Spraymark application: Using CTi Hallmark products, Dealers can provide concrete that have minor flaws with a fresh new textured look that is modern looking. The sealed area is also easy to maintain and will stay looking great for years.

Designer Series and Pigmented Sealers: Designer Series can cover minor imperfections and provide an inexpensive solution for the customer with a one color textured finish. Pigmented sealers can seal the area and provide a colored topcoat for the customers concrete while fitting most any budget.

When your concrete starts to look bad, the choice between having it replaced by tearing out the old slab and pouring concrete vs. having the existing concrete resurfaced becomes rather clear:

1. Cost-Effectiveness: Resurfacing is often more cost-effective than completely replacing concrete. It eliminates the need for demolition and removal of the existing concrete, reducing labor and disposal costs.

2. Time Savings: Resurfacing typically requires less time than tearing out and replacing concrete. This can be particularly advantageous when you need a quick turnaround for a functional and aesthetically pleasing surface.

3. Minimized Disruption: Resurfacing minimizes disruption to the surrounding area. There is less noise, dust, and inconvenience compared to the extensive process of removing and replacing concrete, making it a more practical option, especially for residential or busy commercial areas.

4. Versatility in Design: Many concrete resurfacing products offer a range of design options. Whether you want a decorative finish, color variations, or patterns, resurfacing allows for customization that might not be as easily achievable with new concrete.

5. Improved Durability and Performance: Some resurfacing products are designed to enhance the durability and performance of the existing concrete. They can provide better resistance to wear, stains, and environmental factors, extending the life of the concrete surface.

Before deciding to resurface, it’s essential to evaluate the specific conditions of your existing concrete and consult with professionals who can provide guidance based on the unique requirements of your project.

There’s an old adage that says “The best person to teach you how to climb a mountain is someone who has already climbed the mountain.” Concrete Technology has just such a mountain climber who provides our new Dealers with a Quick Start Program to help get their businesses up and running and profitable much more quickly.

Ron Nezat was Concrete Technology Inc’s Dealer of the year in 2018. Ron has always had one of the most successful Dealerships in the CTi network of Dealers and is a wonderful teacher and consultant. Ron’s online program, accompanied by private phone consulting, is all part of the Quick Start Program run through Ron’s Decorative Concrete Engine. This program can help you, especially if you’re a first time business owner.

To get a taste of some of the information Ron shares in this program, visit his Decorative Concrete Engine YouTube page that has a number of video tips for running a successful Concrete Technology Dealership. Click on this link to go to his page: https://www.youtube.com/@decorativeconcreteengine

Happy Thanksgiving from the folks at Concrete Technology Inc. We hope you have a holiday filled with happiness, family and friends!