Ready to bring a little life to your hardscape? Incorporating plants into outdoor spaces that feature decorative concrete can add vibrant appeal. Depending on the project, there are a variety of ways in which adding plants can bring a splash of color, natural textures, and dynamic contrast to a home's exterior. However, it's important to...
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The new year is a symbolic transition between the past and the future. Its significance varies from person to person, but in our industry, it's an exciting time when we anticipate new influential trends and say farewell to the fads that have outworn their welcome. In the ever-evolving world of design, architecture, and construction, concrete...
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Enjoying Outdoor Space Year-Round Colder weather doesn’t mean that you can’t still enjoy your outdoor spaces. Finding the right heating source for your patio or yard can help you enjoy time outside year-round. With the wide range of outdoor heating sources available, it can be difficult to determine what will work best for your space....
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Looking to renovate your backyard and give it a fresh new look? Consider the incredible transformative powers of decorative concrete. As we’ve seen time and time again, concrete is no longer a cold, gray material suitable for nothing more than roads. Concrete is highly customizable, capable of providing nearly limitless looks and styles. Read on...
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When designing a pool area, there are so many benefits to incorporating a concrete pool deck. Homeowners may initially think of drab motel pools but have no fear! There are nearly countless options that are beautiful and functional. Let’s take a deep dive into the many opportunities of concrete pool decks. Five benefits of a...
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Contractors often have strong feelings when it comes to color hardener, integral color, and antique release. While the project may dictate the product to a certain degree, often it’s our own preference that drives the decision. But are you really using the best product for the job? And how can you best explain the use...
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Enhance the Look and Longevity of Your Project with Concrete Stain Looking for a cost-effective way to add an extra layer of style and strength to your concrete project? Great for indoor and outdoor applications — commercial or residential — applying stain is an excellent, affordable, and low-maintenance way to enhance the appearance of any...
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Welcome! We've had a lot of new customers recently, so we wanted to share a little bit more about our company and products. It’s important to us that you know our story, what we do, and why we can offer you the best decorative concrete stamps, stains, and accessories. What we do Here at Calico,...
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Do you want to make sure your stamped concrete projects earn a stamp of approval this year? Learn what we’ve been seeing and what we anticipate homeowners will be looking for in 2022! Trend #1: Renewed focus on outdoor living It’s true that outdoor living surged in popularity during the pandemic. And while this trend...
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If you’ve ever taken a look at our project gallery, you’ve likely noticed that there are a lot of medallions. These stamps are continually one of our best-selling products and it’s hardly a surprise! These classic accents can fit in with many styles and designs. From a classic compass rose to a variety of suns...
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