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Applying Clear Coat Sealer on Color Stained Concrete Video

Tom Moorad is applying the final clear-coat sealer to the concrete floor in the lanai of the Punta Gorda home. It will dry in about two hours and last about three years without reapplication. The cost is approximately $3 per square foot for an exterior application and $7 per square foot indoors.

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	Metallic-Look Porcelain Floor Tiles The Porcelanosa oversized tiles are fully installed in the main living space of the Punta Gorda home. Bob looks at the color and the finish, which are unusual in a ... Watch video and view full description
	Color Staining a Concrete Floor Tom Moorad joins Bob to show how his proprietary technique and product for color staining concrete is applied. He explains that the concrete slab should first be etched then treated ... Watch video and view full description
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	Building to Beat Storm Surge Todd Davison from FEMA is with Bob to talk about Hurricane Ivan and the power of storm surge. Ivan, unlike Hurricane Charley, had a very wide path and was slow ... Watch video and view full description
	Building an Energy-Efficient Florida Home This home will be about 50 percent more energy efficient than a typical Florida home. Bill Zoeller, a consulting architect with Mercedes, has changed specifications and products to make this ... Watch video and view full description
	NOW PLAYING Applying Clear Coat Sealer on Color Stained Concrete Tom Moorad is applying the final clear-coat sealer to the concrete floor in the lanai of the Punta Gorda home. It will dry in about two hours and last about ...