FAQ's:


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Continuous concrete curbs have been around since 1974 and introduced in the U.S. in 1982. Even though they have been around for a while, they are unknown to most people. Here are some common questions we have been asked.

Q: How do you fit all those pieces together?

A: Those aren’t individual pieces. It is one continuous curb with control/expansion joints every 3 feet extruded by top of the line, specialized equipment.

Q: Will my new curbs break or crack?

A: All concrete cracks due to ground movement and temperature changes. We place control/expansion joints every 3 feet to allow these cracks to occur and be concealed so they aren’t visible. We also add a Fibermesh and another compound called “Tuff Curb” to the concrete mix. These two together strengthen the curb tremendously, eliminating over 98% of cracks. Another offering (at additional an charge) is the addition of 1/8 in. aircraft cable. This is primarily used in Commercial Curbs.

Q: Can I use my mower on the curb?

A: We offer many styles of curbs to compliment your yard. They can be standard grey or colored with artistic designs and patterns. Although you can run the mower on top of the curb, we highly recommend mowing next to the curb and using a string trimmer. This will lessen the chance of scratching or chipping the curb with the mower. We like to think of your curb as a piece of artwork, thus it should be treated as artwork.

Q: How long does it take to install?

A: Most jobs are completed in a day, usually two or three hours, depending on the amount of prep work needed and the complexity of the design. The curb should be allowed to cure for at least 24 hours before being touched.

Q: Will the curb fade and what is Efflorescence?

A: We use superior integral colors which color the curb throughout, instead of just the top, making chips less visible. It can take up to a year for your curb to fully cure and reach the actual color represented on the color chart, meaning that the curb will be a darke, richer color until cured. Efflorescence is a white "bleaching" effect that occurs to concrete due to hard water. We recommend sealing the curb with a concrete sealer to lessen the chance of fading and/or bleaching due to effolrexcence. We recommend resealing the curb once a year to maintain the “wet” look of your new curb. This is easily done with a garden sprayer or paint brush. We will seal/reseal for you for a nominal fee.