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are concrete countertops made of concrete or is it just called by that

10 years ago

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CustomCrete, Inc.
10 years ago
They are really made of concrete, however it is a high performance concrete that is three times stronger than typical flatwork.
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Modern Concrete Surfaces
9 years ago
Don't try and pour normal concrete for a counter. There are new materials that look like concrete and cost a lot less. However they are not as versatile as the concrete
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