It was done using GFRC to make it a smooth and glossy finish.

The colour was designed using a mix of Coal and Moss to achieve a warmer and more natural look.

Inspired by the great Canadian wilderness, this furniture will grace any outdoor haven with the warmth of natural wood and the boldness of concrete.

Designed to outlast decades of northern seasons, these heirloom pieces are hand-crafted with the hardiest materials and are destined to become part of your family.

In following with Concrete Element’s attention to our customer’s unique requirements, custom colours, finishes, and dimensions are made to your exact specification.

Please contact us for pricing, availability, and personalization options.

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We specialise in the design and fabrication of hand-made concrete countertops, sinks, tiles, and furniture for your home and business. We would like to share with you our enthusiasm of this material for its endless design possibilities and applications.

Our mission is to help you realise your design aspirations by creating warm, durable, and timeless works of art using concrete as our medium.

At Concrete Element, our vision is simply to set the highest standard of excellence in creativity and superior craftsmanship for decorative concrete design in order to enhance your environment and lifestyle.

There are a lot of claims about how concrete is or isn’t green. The truth, like in so many other things, is mixed. Here are some things to think about:

Is it chemical free? Concrete can be made from all natural material, or have a lot of chemical additives. Everything in the mix we use is from the earth. The contents are ground and fired white limestone (cement) and mineral sands of different sizes and types. What makes the mix we use unique is the specific choices made of particular kinds, colours, sizes and ratios of these natural materials. Concrete does not off-gas chemical air pollutants. Additionally, the sealers we use are entirely water-based acrylic and, unlike lacquer and some other sealers, safe and easy to ship and to apply.

Where is it from? The main components of concrete are local and abundant. The mix we use is made from all natural materials and does not involve cutting trees or forging new roads. The ingredients of concrete are abundant in supply and easily accessible. Quarries, the primary source of raw materials, can be reclaimed for recreational, residential, or commercial use or restored to their natural state.

What about the cement? The process of creating Portland Cement, the main active ingredient of all concrete, is an energy intensive process, requiring a lot of water and high temperatures, generally in a coal or gas fired furnace. Anyone who calls their concrete ‘green’ without addressing the impact of cement is avoiding this key issue. At Concrete Element, we purchase carbon offsets to help balance this consumption.

And the aggregate… We can use a variety of “post consumer” materials, such as recycled glass. At Concrete Element, we’ve extended the amount of cement used relative to the square feet covered by adding recycled material such as rock, crushed recycled concrete, ceramics, and glass. Only your imagination limits the possibilities.

1. Does the concrete ever crack?
2. Does the concrete stain or is it waterproof?
3. Does the color ever vary?
4. What is the maximum size a pre-cast slab can be?
5. Can I put hot pans on the counter?
6. Can I cut directly on the counter?
7. How much can it cantilever without being supported?
8. Can I use it outdoors?
9. How do I clean it?
10. How do I maintain the finish?
11. Do I have a choice of finishes?
12. How "green" is concrete?

We’re based in Carleton Place Ontario Canada, which is 20 minutes south of Ottawa, and serve Eastern Ontario and West Québec. Learn more about Carleton Place by visiting www.carletonplace.com

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