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        • Fiber
        • Foam
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Choosing the Right Ardex Skim Coat

Choosing the Right Ardex Skim Coat

Posted by Matt Milos on Apr 1st 2019

With an ever-increasing number of products in the field, how do you know when it' … read more
Phipps Explains Pouring High-Precision Construction Grouts

Phipps Explains Pouring High-Precision Construction Grouts

Posted by Matt Milos on Jan 14th 2019

While pouring grout may be simple in light applications, your method can have a m … read more
Industrial Grouts: Cementitous vs. Epoxy

Industrial Grouts: Cementitous vs. Epoxy

Posted by Matt Milos on Jan 14th 2019

How do you know when to use a cementitious or an epoxy grout? The difference be … read more
Surface Preparation Equipment Series – Asking the Right Questions

Surface Preparation Equipment Series – Asking the Right Questions

Posted by Matt Milos on Jan 14th 2019

Surface prep is deceptively simple. The process itself is easy enough to underst … read more
Underlayments: When to Hand-Mix and When to Pump

Underlayments: When to Hand-Mix and When to Pump

Posted by Matt Milos on Jan 4th 2019

Should you pump or hand-mix self-leveling underlayments?While pumping underlaymen … read more
Keep Up the Pace This Winter with New Solutions from Sika

Keep Up the Pace This Winter with New Solutions from Sika

Posted by Matt Milos on Dec 7th 2018

In construction, speed is everything, particularly in winter. The problem with c … read more
Sealing Concrete in the Cold

Sealing Concrete in the Cold

Posted by Matt Milos on Nov 16th 2018

Concreting, like all varieties of construction, becomes more difficult in winter … read more
Cut Finish Times and Save $6 Per Square Foot by Rethinking Climate Control

Cut Finish Times and Save $6 Per Square Foot by Rethinking Climate Control

Posted by Matt Milos on Oct 3rd 2018

Construction schedules continue to compress. Years ago projects would shut down … read more
Prosoco Chemicals Contractor Training Seminar

Prosoco Chemicals Contractor Training Seminar

Posted by Matt Milos on May 1st 2018

An informed worker is more efficient, consistent, and confident. A company made … read more

Restoring and Protecting Damaged or Weathered Concrete

Posted by Matt Milos on Oct 23rd 2017

Challenge: Treat concrete stairway to create a uniform color while retaining the … read more
WIN a Pelican Elite 30 QT Cooler

WIN a Pelican Elite 30 QT Cooler

Posted by Matt Milos on Oct 17th 2017

Hurry, this offer ENDS November 17, 2017!Receive ONE entry for every $500 you spe … read more
Husqvarna HiPERFLOOR Industrial Polished Floor System

Husqvarna HiPERFLOOR Industrial Polished Floor System

Posted by Matt Milos on May 15th 2017

  What is the HiPERFLOOR System? HiPERFLOOR by Husqvarna is a complete con … read more
Concrete Solutions for the Professional Contractor

Concrete Solutions for the Professional Contractor

Posted by Matt Milos on Aug 30th 2016

This month's promotion: Purchase AC100+ Gold and Receive a FREE* Dewalt SDS Ha … read more
Husqvarna Diamond Polishing Equipment Promotion

Husqvarna Diamond Polishing Equipment Promotion

Posted by Matt Milos on Jun 27th 2016

WIN A YETI TUNDRA 65 COOLER! Sale period: July 1st through August 31st. Get one … read more

Product Lines We Stock by Manufacturer Including Construction Grouts, Concrete Finishes, Adhesives & Much More

Posted by Matt Milos on Jun 8th 2016

Chas. E. Phipps offers an impressive list of products to meet the special needs … read more
Construction Product Solutions for Spring Weather Conditions

Construction Product Solutions for Spring Weather Conditions

Posted by Matt Milos on Apr 29th 2016

Phipps helps contractors put work in place correctly and profitably by supplying … read more

Concrete Materials, Construction Grouts and Sealants Product Reference Tables

Posted by Matt Milos on Dec 16th 2015

Phipps distributes concrete accessories, concrete repair materials, sealants, an … read more
Trusted Service – Coating Tint Machine

Trusted Service – Coating Tint Machine

Posted by Matt Milos on Jul 31st 2015

Phipps stocks high performance acrylic waterproof coatings from Sika & BASF … read more
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