Expert Conversations
Running a better hardscaping project
By Emma Peterson. From surface profiles and weather to product compatibility and site logistics, Jeffrey Wells goes over the issues contractors should address before work begins. Installing patios or pathways, whether they're made of concrete, tile or some other hardscaping material, is a deceptively challenging process. From the logistics like leveling the ...
The three essential roles of pool tile
By Emma Peterson. Choosing the right tile can impact maintenance, durability, safety and the overall vision for your outdoor space. When homeowners think of pools, the first thing they probably think about is the water going into the pool. But even before water can be thought about, professional pool designers and installers ...
A golden ticket for a behind-the-scenes look
By Jesse Sanchez. The Golden Ticket Promotion gives pool professionals the opportunity to see how products go from an idea to a manufactured product! For pool professionals, seeing a finished product on the shelf is only one part of the story. AquaStar Pool Products’ Golden Ticket Promotion is designed ...
Strong connections start with the right fastener
By The Coffee Shops®. Proper fasteners improve the durability, reliability and installation efficiency of outdoor structures. The connections holding an outdoor structure together may not be highly visible, but their performance is critical. In an episode of From the Ground Up™, Karol Weyman spoke with Mark Petri of Petri Building ...
Relationships drive the value of Deck Expo
By The Coffee Shops®. Industry connections, matchmaking and shared priorities are shaping experiences at this year's event. On a recent episode of From the Ground Up™, host Karol Weyman sat down with Megan McKenna, show manager for the International Pool, Spa, Patio Expo, to discuss what attendees can expect when ...
From soil to sprinklers and everything in between
By Emma Peterson. 4 common irrigation challenges and the tools that help outdoor contractors overcome them. On the surface, irrigation is simple – get the water to the plants. But in reality, there are quite a few different factors to account for when setting up an irrigation system! Things like ...
Surface preparation is the foundation of concrete coating success
By The Coffee Shops®. Outdoor concrete coatings can only perform as well as the surface beneath them. For contractors working on outdoor concrete projects, product selection often gets considerable attention. But according to Chris Loaiza of Sherwin-Williams, long-term success begins before the coating is ever applied. Speaking with Karol Weyman on an episode ...
What FMI’s latest outlook report says about the industry
By Emma Peterson. Paul Trombitas breaks down three major trends that construction professionals should pay attention to. With changing regulations and constantly evolving economic situations, it can feel impossible to make predictions or plans about the future of the industry. But just because it feels impossible doesn’t mean it ...
The contractor-first story behind K9 Fasteners
By The Coffee Shops®. Business around solving real contractor challenges. In an episode of From the Ground Up™, Karol Weyman and Barry Campbell, president of K9 Fasteners, shared the origin story behind a company that was built around a simple question: How can contractors get better value without sacrificing quality? According to Barry, ...
The restructuring of the industry
By Emma Peterson. Learn about how major acquisitions, emerging technologies and evolving supply chains are changing the competitive landscape for contractors, manufacturers and distributors alike. Paul Trombitas is a partner at FMI Corporation, a consulting firm specifically focused on providing insight and data to the engineering, construction and built environment ...
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