By nathan giffin of vertical artisans.
Vertical decorative concrete mix.
Generally speaking vertical overlays differ from horizontal overlays due to reducing the weight of the material so that it can hang on the wall without sagging.
These materials are highly engineered overlays that are able to be applied in thicknesses ranging from inch to 5 inches or more and stay pliable for hours to permit stamping and carving.
Vertical concrete overlays do not have to be used on just.
What are decorative vertical concrete overlays.
Mainly applied to existing concrete substrates vertical wall mixes can also be applied to drywall cement board masonry and brick.
The tru tex system provides the complete package for virtually any project big or small.
Vertical artisans offers online training and hands on classes that illustrates the methods styles and techniques of hand carved vertical decorative concrete along with many other interresting art forms.
The backbone of any vertical stamp project is the base vertical stamp mix.
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Vertical concrete overlay gives a natural stone appearance vertical concrete overlays can provide a new decorative finish to existing walls and other vertical surfaces.
Create the appearance of natural stone wood brick and masonry using vertical stamping.
How to stamp vertical decorative concrete.
Features to look for in a vertical concrete mix.
The tru tex decorative vertical is a complete vertical concrete system that consists of the most unique and economical vertical overlay mixes on the market the largest line of specially designed texturing tools and the world s best natural stains.
Vertical stamping is the easiest way to create a simulated rock pattern in vertical decorative concrete there are many stamps to choose form and color staining is endless however without following the proper steps even the most experienced contractor can really botch up a job or at the absolute lease create a.
These overlays help protect the wall surface without compromising the look.