
Our Process
Every piece is individually made. If you want, we'll even let you put your hand print in it.
DESIGN
Our process starts with a drawing or a sketch of what you would like us to create. Most jobs then require a site visit, which allows us to make a template of your countertops, fireplace, sink, etc. At this point, we're ready to start building the forms.
FABRICATION
We do all of the fabrication work in our shop in Denver. The main ingredients of every custom-made piece by Concrete Revolution are sand, cement, and water. We build forms, or molds, to give shape to the liquid concrete as it cures. And we can even add design elements like colored glass. When the concrete is set, we can grind it to expose the stone and glass, or we can apply an acid wash to add even more color.
Then a protective sealer is applied.
VERTICAL FACES:
Each time we pour a piece, the edges will show the movement of the concrete through the mold. We call the edges Vertical Faces. Sometimes we will pour the entire slab as a vertical edge. This is typically done for wall panels or end panels. Each time we cast a piece, this variation will be unique to that piece. This is one of the true beauties of concrete!
INSTALLATION
Concrete countertops are installed much like granite or marble. The finished slabs are brought to your home or office ready to be placed. Concrete can be adhered directly to the top of the cabinets; no plywood subtops are required.
TIMELINE
The entire process from start to finish takes approximately four to six weeks.
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