How to Prevent Concrete Floor Cracks

The manner in which concrete is made and installed can prevent the majority of cracks from developing in floors. An experienced concrete contractor can install concrete in a way that prevents unsightly cracking and potential repair costs down the road. At GFC, we understand how to prevent concrete floor cracking to ensure a high-quality installation. […]

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Polyurea vs. Epoxy Floor Coatings

Concrete that is showing signs of cracking, staining, chipping, or other wear and tear likely requires a new, durable coating. There are various types of concrete floor coating options available. At GCI, we are your source for exceptional quality concrete floor coatings that provide premium floor protection. Below we discuss two popular types of floor […]

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The Importance of Commercial Concrete Services

Have you ever walked into a business with floors that are falling apart? A problem like this tends to stick out like a sore thumb and can ruin a customer’s experience. Presentation matters, no matter what industry you work in, so it’s worth exploring commercial concrete services. Your company’s building is an investment for the […]

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Types of Garage Flooring to Choose From and How to Pick the Right One for Your Home

The day you get your new floor is exciting – it’s the culmination of a decision-making process to create a surface that’s uniquely yours. At GFC, we are known for our high quality flooring with industry-leading technology, but another area we excel in is selection. When you call our team to design your new concrete […]

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Concrete Flooring Trends for 2017

You might think that something as solid as concrete flooring wouldn’t have changing trends. In a way, that assumption is correct – our floors are built to look great for a lifetime, so whichever floor you choose will have a timeless quality that you’re sure to love for decades. On the other hand, it’s worth […]

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Top Five Concrete Coating Myths

  If you’ve ever had a bad experience, we understand why you might be skeptical about the quality of concrete coatings. There are plenty of misconceptions about concrete coatings, and many of them stem from those bargain do-it-yourself kits that never seem to have much durability. We see potential in every concrete floor, because we […]

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Easy Man Cave Ideas for Football Season

Is your man cave ready for some football? With a little help from GFC, it could be. August is almost here, which means a new NFL season is right around the corner. The Vikings are getting a new home turf – and you can too – right in your garage. No matter which team you […]

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Stamped Concrete Patterns and Colors

Looks can be deceiving, especially when it comes to home flooring. If you’ve ever visited a friend’s house and marveled at their brick, slate or flagstone surfaces, you may have been looking at something entirely different. Concrete is the chameleon of the material world, and can be designed to look like a variety of other […]

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Polishing and Staining Existing Concrete in Your Garage

Polished or stained concrete garage floors: What’s the difference? When you imagine concrete, what’s the first color that comes to mind? If you went with a dull gray, we don’t blame you. You see, concrete has an image problem in the world of home improvement. While our Twin Cities team treats concrete flooring like a […]

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Exposed Aggregate Concrete Advantages

If you’re looking to install concrete outside your home or business, you’ve probably come across a product known as exposed aggregate. You may be wondering how it differs from more traditional concrete applications and why you should choose this rougher surface for outside your home. Exposed aggregate is simply concrete minus the outermost layer. This […]

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Getting a Head Start on Garage Cleaning

Spring is on its way, and you may have already noticed signs of the new season – longer days, warmer weather and a cluttered garage. Throughout the winter, tossing items in the garage seems like no big deal. After all, who’s going to see it? Soon enough Minnesotans will be spending their evenings outdoors, and […]

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Grey Is the New Green (Unless You Customize It)

If you’re looking to make your home more energy efficient and all around greener, make sure you consider concrete as one of your upgrades. Not just flooring, either – concrete homes and patios can help, too. Here are a few ways concrete can help make your home greener. Production of concrete requires little energy and […]

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