Desco

Desco is a family owned and operated business that has been based in Edmonton for over 55 years. We specialized in concrete polishing, restoration, & coatings.

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Walkway safety has become an increasing concern as we have an aging population in Canada. Mitigating the risk of these falls is increasingly important to protect the users of these buildings from injuries and to protect businesses from injury-related costs.

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It's never a daily grind when you enjoy what you do @ Edmonton, Alberta https://t.co/guY6SLb3Zd

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Floors with less slip resistance are easier to clean, but pose a risk to users if the floor is wet. We work to find the best balance

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Even tight areas need to be prepared prior to coating them; our employees are passionate about getting into every nook and cranny

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Working as a team to install a fiberglass reinforced coating system.

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When we're not grinding wet, we use a specialized vacuum system that is constantly cleaning the filters so we have constant suction.

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Grouting an epoxy mortar floor with epoxy in a high-end residential garage.

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Shotblasting cleans the floor and increases the bond of any topping materials.

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A level floor is a great foundation to a New Year.

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Before you cross over the "threshold" to a New Year, make sure you have proper surface preparation. Termination detail for self leveling

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The perfect concrete truck for New Years Eve https://t.co/6GVmDRP9lv

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The base is coated with the same waterproof coating to create a "bathtub" that will prevent any leaks from damaging the space below

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Merry Christmas to our staff, clients, and friends. Enjoy the festivities of the season and time with those you love.

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If you're looking for a last minute Christmas gift, consider a fiberglass reinforced coating system: the gift that lasts

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Grinding the stairs next to a bright green floor (also by Desco) in a downtown Edmonton post-secondary institution

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Scrubbing the floor between steps as a part of the grinding and polishing process to remove any slurry to limit scratches

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Grouting the troweled epoxy mortar fills any pits to make the floor easy to clean and resistant to damage

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The waterproof membrane will be protected with a high-wear coating. This coating is flexible to move with any cracks

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Grinding the final finish by hand; very proud of our talented staff with over 500 years of combined service at Desco

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Fiberglass reinforces these epoxy coatings to provide an extremely strong lining system.