Bob Harris is founder of the Decorative Concrete Institute and senior decorative concrete consultant for Structural Services Inc. The information in this article is based on "Bob Harris’ Guide to Concrete Overlays & Toppings." To purchase a copy of that book or other titles in The Bob Harris Decorative Concrete Collection, visit www.decorativeconcreteinstitute.com.
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