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Check out the latest news at PICS. You’ll find everything from company updates to news about the Golden Trowel awards here.

The blog is the home of company news and insights from the industry. For technical advice, you may wish to head over the The Concrete Surgery, where our own Dr. Concrete shares knowledge and provides advice and guidance from over 40 years in the industry.

How Long Should a Sealed Surface Last and How Often Should I Reseal My Paving? – Dr Concrete

It is recommended that pattern imprinted concrete would benefit from a reseal every 3 to 5 years...

2 weeks ago

Does Pattern Imprinted Concrete Require Maintenance? – Dr Concrete

Pattern Imprinted Concrete when properly installed, requires very little upkeep. Good quality, well-laid plain grey concrete can..

2 months ago

Top Common Mistakes to Avoid to Reduce Imperfections on Pattern Imprinted Concrete

It is rare to see a perfect Pattern Imprinted Concrete (PIC) installation. As PIC is a hand..

2 months ago

Does Salt Damage Pattern Imprinted Concrete Driveways? – Dr Concrete

Once the temperatures drop during Winter, frozen driveways can become an issue, but does salt damage PIC..

3 months ago

How Much Colour Surface Hardener (CSH) Is It Best To Use? – Dr Concrete

We often get asked how much colour surface hardener (CSH) should be used on an installation and..

4 months ago

Keeping Pattern Imprinted Concrete Looking Impeccable: A Guide to Cleaning and Maintenance – Dr Concrete

Pattern Imprinted Concrete (PIC) should require virtually no maintenance. The paving is a high quality poured concrete..

5 months ago

Is Pattern Imprinted Concrete Slippery? – Dr Concrete

In this article we explain if Pattern Imprinted Concrete is slippery and cover the topic of slip..

7 months ago

Concrete with Character: How Theme Parks and Zoos Use Picspave and Themecrete to Immerse Visitors

It’s not just about rides and animals; the environment plays a crucial role in taking you to..

7 months ago

Light the South

As part of our ongoing support for the Light the South project, PICS are offering local homeowners..

7 months ago

Be cool – Use shades to cover your pattern-imprinted concrete – Dr Concrete

Over the summer, we can have a nice few days of sunshine and some high(ish) temperatures and..

7 months ago

Give Yourself More Time – Lay on Polythene – Dr Concrete

Those of you who do use polythene already will know it gives you a bit more time..

8 months ago

The 3 Simple Rules for Contraction Joint Placement – Dr Concrete

Although it is impossible to guarantee against cracking, the chance of random uncontrolled cracks is greatly reduced..

8 months ago

Pattern Imprinted Concrete – The Benefits for The End User

The PIC paving system is a high strength, extremely durable, grey concrete slab which, while soft, is..

9 months ago

5 Reasons Why Pattern Imprinted Concrete Is The Perfect Choice

Are your customers dreaming of a stunning and long-lasting upgrade for their patio, driveway, or pool surround?..

9 months ago

Pattern Imprinted Concrete Colours: Explore a Spectrum of Inspiration

Dreaming of a stunning driveway, patio, or path that elevates your entire property? Look no further than..

9 months ago

A Visual Guide to Pattern Imprinted Concrete: Choosing the Perfect Pattern Design

Pattern Imprinted Concrete is a revolutionary material that offers stunning aesthetics but with the affordability and durability..

9 months ago

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