Indoor vs. Outdoor Surface Prep and Coatings

Indoor vs. Outdoor Surface Prep and Coatings

Selecting the proper concrete coatings for indoor and outdoor projects demands a keen understanding of the environmental impacts on these surfaces.  Outdoor areas face challenges from UV rays, moisture, and temperature variations, whereas indoor environments...
5 Factors to Consider When Coating Commercial Flooring

5 Factors to Consider When Coating Commercial Flooring

When choosing commercial floor coating, you have to consider the important factors, including safety, durability, and maintenance, reflecting the unique demands of your industry and business.  Some matters are universal to nearly every commercial operation –...
The Benefits of Mechanical Wet Polishing

The Benefits of Mechanical Wet Polishing

Many would argue wet polishing is still the most effective and beneficial method. In this post, we’ll walk you through the advantages of mechanical wet polishing and what Runyon Surface Prep does to dismantle any disadvantages you may find while using this method....
Runyon Roots: Matt McDonald

Runyon Roots: Matt McDonald

A bonafide Hoosier, Matt McDonald grew up on the Northwest side of Indianapolis, attended North Central High School, and worked at Carousel hot dogs in Lafayette Square Mall. While in high school, he ran track, played alto sax in the symphonic band, and was obsessed...
Runyon Roots: Jeff Roberts

Runyon Roots: Jeff Roberts

RSP’s industrious CFO, Jeff Roberts, is an Indy native born at the close of the 80’s, making him a true child of the 90’s. And as a triplet, he was not alone! Alongside their older brother, Jeff and his twin brother and sister brought the total Roberts children up to...

Ultimate Resource for Concrete Spalling Repair

Restoring the integrity and aesthetics of your concrete floor is vital. We’ll review why concrete spalling repair is important and how to repair it. What Is Spalling? Spalling, a frequent issue evidenced by a chipped, cracked, or flaky surface, can undermine your...
A Guide to Shot Blasting

A Guide to Shot Blasting

You may need to use shot blasting for several reasons. For one, you may have a small surface area that a large grinder cannot sufficiently prepare. Or, you want to smooth out your concrete floor, or your surface requires the removal of only a thin layer of coating....
Concrete Coatings vs. Polished Concrete

Concrete Coatings vs. Polished Concrete

Maintaining an untreated concrete floor can be challenging, leading to issues like cracking and spalling. To ensure longevity and functionality, explore options like polished concrete and concrete floor coatings. In this article, we’ll compare the benefits of...
Advantages and Disadvantages of Epoxy Flooring

Advantages and Disadvantages of Epoxy Flooring

Epoxy flooring is a popular choice for commercial and industrial settings due to its durability, resistance to chemicals, and ease of maintenance. However, weighing the advantages and disadvantages before deciding if epoxy flooring is the right choice for your space...
Runyon Roots: Greg Janisse

Runyon Roots: Greg Janisse

A Hoosier transplant from the Great Lakes region, RSP’s ever-busy inventory manager, Greg Janisse, was born in Grayling, Michigan, a small town in the middle of the state named after the Grayling species of fish and famous for hosting the Au Sable River Canoe...
3 Popular Concrete Densifiers

3 Popular Concrete Densifiers

You’re in the right place if you’re looking for the most popular concrete densifiers.  In this guide, we’ll demystify the different types of densifiers and explain when and how to use them. We’ll also compare densifiers to sealers and...
How to Effectively Dye Concrete

How to Effectively Dye Concrete

The key to effectively dying concrete is prepping the surface with cleaning tools, etching agents, and then sealing the dye after application to protect the quality of the color. Concrete dye can completely change the tone of a space. Eliciting warm or cool colors can...

How to Paint Concrete in 6 Steps

Are you looking to learn how to paint concrete floors or a garage floor? Painting a concrete surface is more than just applying paint with a brush, it requires a systematic and professional approach to ensure a stable and effective job.  It also means using the...
Concrete Coating FAQs Answered

Concrete Coating FAQs Answered

If you’re looking for a durable and long-lasting flooring option, concrete is a popular choice for commercial and residential projects. However, ensuring that you’re using the right concrete floor coating is essential for your floor’s longevity and...
Top 5 Concrete Finishing Tools to Make Your Job Easy

Top 5 Concrete Finishing Tools to Make Your Job Easy

Floor grinders, shot blasters, power trowels – amid the list of surface prep equipment at the heart of concrete work, several concrete finishing tools go underappreciated and underutilized, even by experienced professionals. We drafted this post to highlight the top...
Polished Concrete: 5 Things You Should Know

Polished Concrete: 5 Things You Should Know

Increasing in popularity in many different settings, polished concrete has become a flexible flooring alternative, from industrial warehouses to modern homes.  Let’s explore the benefits and drawbacks of polished concrete by reviewing these five essential things...
Choose the Right Industrial Vacuum for Concrete Floors

Choose the Right Industrial Vacuum for Concrete Floors

If you have concrete floors in an industrial setting, you know how challenging it can be to keep them clean. The high foot traffic, machinery, debris, and dust make it essential to have a specialized vacuum designed for the task.  An industrial vacuum for...
Runyon Roots: Drew Turnbull

Runyon Roots: Drew Turnbull

Hailing from the hills of Southern Indiana, Drew Turnbull is a Hoosier through and through. A child of the 90’s, he was born in Bloomington; home to IU, Breaking Away, and John Mellencamp. But because his father was from Michigan and his family originally from Canada,...