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Decorative concrete techniques reshape hardscape design
By Jesse Sanchez. Contractors are using decorative concrete systems to create durable, customizable outdoor spaces that mimic high-end natural materials. The Coffee Shops™ have made it easier than ever for members of the roofing and construction industries to learn how they want, when they want, where they want with the ...
Finding the fix with Becky Fixel
By Daich Coatings. This blogger shares about the value of using Daich Coatings Products. Michigan-based Becky Fixel coordinates the Week99er blog site. A few years ago this busy woman made time to tackle three Daich Coatings projects — SpreadStone on her kitchen countertops, SpreadStone on her basement floor and Terrazzo and TracSafe ...
Top 5 DIY springtime projects that add value and beauty to the home
Whether a homeowner is getting ready to sell or staying in a cherished home for many more years, improved curb appeal makes a big statement to friends, neighbors and potential buyers. As the spring weather warms up, homeowners can refresh and enhance their home exteriors with do-it-yourself projects that can help ...
Outdoor living trends shaping 2026 projects
OCS Influencer John Kenney says that the projects that stand out most are usually the ones that balance design with practicality. Outdoor living projects have changed significantly over the last several years. What used to be considered an “extra” space has become an extension of how people live and entertain. Homeowners ...
The operational habits that separate profitable contractors from busy ones
By Cotney Consulting Group. Busy seasons will always come and go. The companies that last are the ones that build habits strong enough to handle the pressure. Being busy has never been the same thing as being profitable. Yet many contractors confuse the two. They measure success by backlog, trucks ...
5 Top projects that add value and beauty to home exteriors
By Daich Coatings. Check out these affordable solutions for worn-out concrete. Looking for a fast and easy way to enhance a home exterior project? You can offer these unique projects that add instant curb appeal to your customer’s property while helping increase the value of their home. Remember, before starting any exterior project, ...
New Optima Series in SpreadStone™ Mineral Select Countertop Finishing Kit
Daich Coatings introduces eight new sparkly colors. Sleek and smooth, the new elegant surface finish in the Optima Series of the SpreadStone™ Mineral Select Countertop Finishing Kit from Daich Coatings brings homeowners an entirely different option for their countertops. Eight new colors in the Optima Series provide a soft palette of ...
Top April articles: Boosting operations in the office and the field
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the state of the outdoor industry by reading our top OCS articles for April. In the outdoor contracting world, April showers don’t just herald in May flowers; they usher in the busiest season of work for contractors. And here at OutdoorCoffeeShop™ (OCS), it has been ...
Education and innovation drive momentum at NESPA show
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry leaders highlight how hands-on learning and engagement continue to shape the pool and spa sector. Education and engagement continue to anchor progress in the pool and spa industry, a dynamic clearly on display at the Northeast Spa and Pool Association (NESPA) show. Despite severe weather disrupting ...
Sustainability isn’t a trend — It’s becoming the standard for outdoor projects
OCS Influencer John Kenney says that, as more clients prioritize responsible design, the contractors who can confidently guide those conversations become more trusted. In the outdoor living and pool space, sustainability has moved well beyond a talking point. It’s showing up in how projects are designed, how systems are installed and ...
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