There’s hardly doubt about it - leading the charge in the concrete revolution is the countertop. Our records show more people typing in concrete countertops into the search engines than granite or Corian countertops. Concrete Expressions Magazine leads the way in covering the “concrete countertop revolution.” Find the ideas, the how-to, where to get trained, where to find mixes, and much more….

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Concrete’s irresistible appeal as a countertop material can be attributed to four things: its versatility, its look of distinction, its natural qualities, and the display of superior craftsmanship. “People want to have something they can show off, not something that mimics what their friends or neighbors have,” said Terry Stogner of Concrete Interiors in Alamo, California.

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More companies are offering mixes for precasting concrete countertops, as well as pouring concrete countertops in place. There are new concrete countertop admixtures and polishing equipment. Innovation is an every day occurrence in this burgeoning market.

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The concrete countertop trend gained steam on the West Coast- but its reach is quickly spreading across the country. In fact, Bill Guthro, of Distinctive Concrete of New England, based in Massachusetts, created 11 countertops that embellish the prestigious Boston Design Center, a grand 12-story complex that caters to the design industry. “Concrete countertops are hot out here,” notes Guthro.