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To Core or not to core?

We all know that hardened concrete is very permeable and will absorb many liquids and other unwanted chemical contaminants such as oils, fuels, battery acids, and food processing fluids -- just to mention a few. But how do you tell, conclusively, if the substrate is “clean” enough for your coating or flooring system? Read this white paper to learn more.


June 17, 2015

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