Cleaners may use pH neutral, alkaline, or acidic formulas to chemically lift stains. Concrete is made with lime, which is alkaline, so the surface must be neutralized after using acid cleaner.

A fresco featuring the bright blue paint of the newly opened room; a scanning electron image of an ancient Roman concrete sample with lime clast, highlighted in red; Dr. Masic inspecting the ...

Acid staining after you’ve cured the concrete will provide variegated hues that bring out the concrete’s natural character. Sealants are the last step in finishing a concrete floor and will ...

Cement and concrete are commonly mistaken for each other, but it’s important to know which is which. To help you remember, we’re detailing the differences: cement vs. concrete. After reading ...

Researchers have created a graphene-enhanced, 3D-printable concrete that improves strength and reduces carbon emissions by 31%, advancing sustainable construction. Researchers from the University ...

By Dana G. Smith The concept is simple and alluring: There are special regions around the world — called blue zones — where people regularly remain vibrant and active into their 90s and 100s ...

Whether it be food and drink spills or scuff marks, removing sofa stains can often be a chore in itself. And since our sofa is the centerpiece of any living or entertaining room, stains can make ...

But while all these activities are comforting, they can sometimes lead to spillages and possible stains on your furniture or flooring. I spoke to Sam Deeble, Furniture Specialist at Woods ...

In a history-making move, CarbonCure Technologies announced that they have saved more than 500,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide in the concrete sector. The climate technology company says it has ...

Stubborn stains can ruin any garment or fabric, but if you know what you're doing, a few common household items can save your favorite clothes. Macy Meyer is a North Carolina native who graduated ...