Get Ready for the Summer Rush
As the busy season kicks off, it’s time to get your crew and your materials ready. No matter the concrete flooring projects you’re working on this summer, having the right tools and products on hand is key to saving time, money, and headaches.
Whether it’s faster polishing with KickStart, making finishing easier in the heat and wind, or overcoming low-strength low-carbon slabs, we’ve got the tools to keep you ahead and on schedule this season!
Low-Carbon Concrete: Real Solutions Start Here
Curecrete is the only manufacturer offering a full line of solutions specifically engineered for the challenges of low-carbon and Type 1L concrete. From tough finishing and carbonation to slow strength gain and surface prep, our lineup is built to keep you moving fast and finishing strong—even when the mix is working against you.
Low-Carbon Concrete FAQs Webpage Learn more about low-carbon concrete and how this major shift in the industry impacts you, your business, and the work you do. Curecrete is proud to be at the forefront—researching, educating, and delivering real solutions tailored for concrete flooring contractors.
Tools & Training to Stay Sharp
Stay ready by having the right tools and knowledge on-site. Have a Mohs hardness pencil kit to check surface strength before densifying or polishing. And if you haven’t already, watch the replay of our latest webinar on low-carbon concrete challenges—it’s packed with insights to help you stay sharp, avoid costly mistakes, and keep your crew on point.
New low-carbon and Type 1L concrete is notably stickier and more difficult to finish. Hot, windy conditions make this even more difficult.
PowerPrep Finishing Aid is designed to give you better control over the surface, reducing drag and improving finishability—especially when conditions are working against you.
But it’s not just for low-carbon concrete either—it works great on traditional OPC slabs and lays down the ideal precursor chemistry to maximize the performance of Ashford Formula densifier. Don’t fight the slab—work with it using the right prep solution.
As winter wraps up, carbonated concrete becomes more common—especially on indoor pours where fossil fuel heaters were used. Low-carbon mixes are even more prone to this issue. If left untreated, carbonation will compromise the long-term durability and performance of the floor.
Confirmation can be made by removing a core and performing a phenolphthalein test. Recognizing the signs early is critical. SnapBack offers a non-invasive, chemical solution that restores the slab—no need for costly grinding, tearing out and repouring, or long delays. Save time, save budget, and keep your project moving.
Low-carbon concrete often means slower strength gain and weaker surfaces. PowerPrep LC is made specifically for these conditions—use it with Ashford Formula or RetroPlate to boost early hardness and keep your project on schedule. Don’t let a soft slab throw off your timeline.
Ashford Formula has been trusted by contractors for over 75 years. It’s simple, effective, and built to perform under pressure—especially when you’re stacking jobs and racing the clock. It’s the reliable choice for crews who don’t have time for second-guessing or callbacks.
If you’re polishing concrete this summer, save yourself time and labor by pairing KickStart with RetroPlate. This system cuts your grinding and polishing steps from 7–9 down to just 3–4, while still delivering that clean, consistent shine. It’s a faster finish that pays off on every job.