My name is Alan Sikon.
The purpose of this site is to provide helpful concrete construction information to those that want to build with, repair, or enhance concrete more successfully.
This website shares what I have learned through structural concrete studies, hands-on and managerial project experience, and, of course, from mistakes I've made myself or seen others make.
Why can this site can help you?
From structural design, to quantity and cost estimating, to project management, to concrete installation, repair, and maintenance - I've done it.
You will not find bootlegging techniques or shortsighted guidance on this website.
What you can expect:
Sitemap - Meet Mr Concrete
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Meet Mr Concrete Monthly Newsletter
The MMC Monthly Newsletter features the top 10 DIY concrete topics and monthly updates on our concrete how to articles.
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Blogging Concrete
Blogging Concrete keeps you up-to-date with all of the tips & articles on the Meet-Mr-Concrete.com Web site. Subscribe to our concrete blog and build better with concrete.
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Concrete Safety Guidelines - Meet Mr Concrete
Concrete safety is Priority One when doing concrete construction work. Here are safety guidelines to follow on your projects.
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The History of Concrete A Timeless Material - Meet Mr Concrete
Concrete is the timeless material that holds our world together and the history of concrete is a captivating story.
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Properties of Concrete Explained - Meet Mr Concrete
Understand the properties of concrete and you form a solid foundation for your DIY concrete projects. Here are basic concrete properties that are good to know.
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Calculating Concrete Needed For Your Project - Meet Mr Concrete
Calculating concrete for your project can be done easily. Download the MMC concrete calculator here or figure your own concrete using these calculating formulas.
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Concrete Projects For The Home - Meet Mr Concrete
Provides thorough and proven DIY advice for concrete projects so that you will build safely, efficiently, and effectively with concrete.
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Concrete Repair Guidance - Meet Mr Concrete
Concrete repair projects for the home, including crack repair, driveway repair, epoxy repair, and much more.
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Importance Of Concrete Mixing Ratios - Meet Mr Concrete
Getting your concrete mixing ratios right leads to stronger and more durable concrete. Learn about optimal mixing ratios here so you can both build more effectively with concrete
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How to Mix Concrete Masterfully - Meet Mr Concrete
How to mix concrete? That's a question that many think they know, but few have mastered.
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Concrete Dye Colors And How To Dye Concrete - Meet Mr Concrete
Concrete dyes contain fine coloring agents with smaller particles than in concrete stainsInformation on concrete dye colors and how to dye concrete.
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How to Stain Concrete Eye-Catchingly - Meet Mr Concrete
Learning how to stain concrete yourself so you can craft a uniquely attractive floor, driveway, patio, or porch.
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Concrete Stamps - How to Stamp Concrete Proficiently - Meet Mr Concrete
Using concrete stamps is one of the top ways to upgrade your driveway, patio, or sidewalk. Here is how to stamp concrete and some dos and don'ts to remember.
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How To Apply Concrete Sealants to Your Concrete
Learn about different types of concrete sealants, figuring how much sealant is needed and applying sealants to concrete.
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How To Clean Concrete Three Different Ways - Meet Mr Concrete
Many will show you how to clean concrete half-assedly. Here I show you three ways to clean concrete effectively on the cheap.
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Concrete Recycling Becoming Popular - Meet Mr Concrete
Concrete recycling is much more viable than it used to be due to high landfill costs, the expensive cost of trucking old concrete to the landfill, environmental concerns, and the advent of recyclin
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Concrete Prices Explained - Meet Mr Concrete
An examination of current bag concrete mix prices and ready mixed concrete prices per cubic yard, plus where to find the best prices on concrete.
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Concrete Service Company Selection Guide - Meet Mr Concrete
Concrete service company character and pricing assement guide. How to correctly analyze bids and concrete companies to ensure project success.
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Concrete Products Guide - Meet Mr Concrete
Useful information on concrete products to help you build durable and appealing concrete structures.
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Used Concrete Equipment for Sale - What To Look For
Tips for maximizing value when buying used concrete equipment and an look at the most popular types of used equipment for sale.
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Assessing Used Concrete Batch Plants for Sale - Meet Mr Concrete
Things to know when buying used concrete batch plants. Here's how to assess used batch plants for sale.
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Tough Prefab Concrete Steps No More Pour - Meet Mr Concrete
Prefab concrete steps have come a long way in the past twenty years. More than a few prefab choices are available today. Here is how prefab steps stack up to poured concrete steps.
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Concrete Gravel Boards Benefits - Meet Mr Concrete
When and why to use concrete gravel boards, tools required for fitting them, plus a helpful video on installing gravel boards.
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