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| » How is your concrete different from a sidewalk? » How do I maintain my concrete? » Can my concrete crack? » Will my concrete stain? » Can I cut and prepare food on my concrete countertop? » Can I place hot pots or pans on my concrete countertop? » How much does your concrete weigh? » What type of sink would I use with this product and who installs it? » What faucet options do I have? » What type of edge details do you offer? » What is maximum length and overhang for your concrete countertops? » Can you create custom colors for your products? » Can concrete be used in commercial applications? |
| How is your concrete different from a sidewalk? When most people hear the word concrete, they immediately think of a grey city sidewalk. It couldn't be further from the truth! In fact, almost every person that walks into our showroom for the first time says "This is concrete?" Concrete countertops are beautifully hand crafted practical pieces of art. Our mix design, special additives, and precise formulas all help to create what the industry labels as “High Strength Concrete.” The concrete used for sidewalks and foundations have to meet a strength level of 2500 to 3000 psi (pounds per square inch), where our high strength concrete has a compressive strength of over 6000 psi. Concrete countertops and other concrete products for your home are comparable in strength to most other solid surfaces available. |
| How do I maintain my concrete? Since we use an epoxy sealer, no regular maintenance is required. To clean your concrete, we recommend using warm water and soap or a non-abrasive cleaner. Pledge also helps to keep a nice smooth sheen. If your concrete has excessive wear and tear, you can do a light wet sanding or in more severe cases, it can easily be sanded down and refinished. |
| Can my concrete crack? All stone products, both man-made and natural, are susceptible to cracking due to stress or movement. Concrete has gotten a bad rep for cracking due to inexperienced fabricators who do not properly cure the product. Trueform Concrete's proprietary mix design and curing process allows us to label our concrete as high strength concrete, with a very high compressive strength. Under normal use indoors, one should not expect their concrete to crack. Concrete used for outdoor applications (i.e. outdoor kitchen countertops, outdoor table tops, etc.) is exposed to the elements and therefore we can not guarantee that they will not crack. We recommend covering your concrete products during the winter months to protect it from snow an ice. |
| Will my concrete stain? We use an extremely durable epoxy finish that penetrates deep into the concrete, filling up the micro pores and leaving a thin layer above the concrete. All sealers used on our concrete products are food safe and designed to withstand normal use in kitchens, baths and floors. Highly acidic products such as mustard, lemon juice, vinegar, wine, tomatoes, etc. may not stain on contact, but must be cleaned off in a timely manner. In most cases, repairs can be easily made on-site if the sealer has been compromised. |
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| Can I cut and prepare food on my concrete countertop? We use 100% reactive food safe sealers that are designed to withstand normal use in kitchens, baths and floors. However, as with any countertop surface, you should never cut directly on it. This could potentially damage the topcoat of the sealer, exposing the concrete underneath. It might even ruin your knife! |
| Can I place hot pots or pans on my concrete counter? Our testing has showed that placing a boiling pot of water on our concrete did not damage the surface. However, we recommend always using a hot pad or trivet for pots and pans coming from the oven or stove. Using standard kitchen countertop practices will ensure a long life to your concrete piece. |
| How much does your concrete weigh? At 1.5" thick, one square foot of our concrete weighs approximately 18 pounds. This is comparable to most solid surfaces at this thickness. A standard cabinet should support the countertop weight without any concerns. |
| What type of sink would I use with this product and who installs it? . Drop-in sink . Under-mount sink . Vessel sink . Farm sink . Integral sink Any sink will work with concrete applications. Trueform Concrete will install all sink types at installation with the exception of farm sinks. Farm sinks must be installed prior to template to ensure an accurate fit. For all sinks, a licensed plumber will be needed to make all water supply connections. Please note - Trueform Concrete requires that all sinks and faucets be present at template to take back to our facility. Having these items ensures an exact fit at installation, which is when they will be returned to you. |
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What faucet options do I have? Below are some common faucet spread options
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What type of edge details do you offer? |
| What is the maximum length and overhang for your concrete countertops? There is no standard length or overhang size for our concrete countertops. It all depends on the weight and shape of your piece, the amount of support in the cabinets or base, and access to the project site. As for cantilevers, an 1½” thick countertop can overhang 12” without any support. Larger overhangs are made possible by using additional supports. We use steel reinforcements in cases where safety and structural integrity may be at risk. |
Can you create custom colors for your products? |
| Can concrete be used in commercial applications? Yes, Trueform Concrete does work for both residential and commercial markets. Concrete is an extremely versatile product that can fit perfectly into any environment. Our product can take the high daily abuses that commercial applications would put on the product. Some examples of commercial applications for concrete include: cash wraps, retail shelving, indoor and outdoor bar and table tops, reception desks, conference room tables, window casings, bathroom sinks and vanities, bench seating, planters, wall panels, tile, etc. |
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Trueform Concrete is a proud member of the U.S.Green Building Council (USGBC). We are dedicated to creating eco-friendly concrete products in order to sustain a healthy and long lasting environment. |