Decorative concrete provides the savvy contractor with a wide range of colors, patterns and textures to create stunning effects rivaling the beauty of natural materials. We offer free hands-on workshops designed to bring you the latest information on the materials, tools and techniques for creating beautiful hardscapes, interior floors and overlays.

Workshop Structure
All half-day sessions start with a brief classroom overview of decorative design and techniques. Afterwards, participants get the opportunity to practice various stamping, texturing and stenciling techniques on freshly placed liquid-colored concrete.
Techniques and processes covered include:

• Integral color
• Stamping
• Pouring risers with color and texture
• Sealing colored concrete
• Applying color hardener
• Stenciling
• Acid staining
• Cleaning colored concrete
• Overlays

Classes are scheduled on an ongoing basis.

If you are interested in attending a decorative class, please contact Lonny Terzo at Prairie Material, 708.417.4804 or lterzo@prairie.com.

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