When a homeowner purchased a home overlooking beautiful Lake Mallalieu in Hudson, WI, the backyard steep hill down to the lake became an immediate issue. There was a compelling need for mobility accessible access to the lake, as well as the existing old timber and paver stair system was falling apart. Craig Primoli of Yardmasters Landscapes & Nursery was hired as the Project Designer. The architect selected for the project not only specified a trolley system to meet the mobility accessible requirements but also wanted a set of concrete steps to provide longevity and more stability, while creating a safer option for the homeowner. Bomanite Licensee Concrete Arts was chosen to install decorative concrete and bring the vision of the planners to life.
Concrete Arts came in and laid out the outside forms and established the elevations. A series of 18-inch diameter and 6-foot-deep frost footings were excavated and poured for stability. The forms for the riser system were then installed and the pouring was scheduled. There are 49 risers in the stair system. Bomanite Slate Gray Integral Color was used with a custom form liner for the steps to make the edges look like rocks, and Bomacron Regular Slate Texture, part of the Bomanite Imprint Systems, was used for the flat surfaces. Together, these techniques created a one-of-a-kind stair system that is strikingly beautiful yet functional.
Bomanite Imprint Systems Not Limited by Imagination
Bomanite Imprint Systems deliver durable, cast-in-place concrete flooring and paving solutions, providing a unique architectural flair that is resilient against heavy traffic and various environmental challenges. For over fifty years, these systems have offered an extensive selection of colors, textures, and patterns to both homeowners and designers, all at a cost significantly lower than conventional materials. With more than 100 patterns and numerous custom tooling choices, along with a broad range of standard and custom color options, Bomanite Imprint Systems ensures versatility. Available textures include those resembling natural elements like slate, granite, limestone, sandstone, cobblestone, and used brick. For architectural paving that stands out, Bomanite Imprint Systems are the unparalleled choice.
Bomanite Licensees Lift Project Expectations
Since its inception in 1993, Concrete Arts has earned a distinguished reputation in the field of architectural concrete, serving a broad spectrum of projects throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota. Catering to both commercial and residential clients, their unmatched technical expertise, a hallmark of the Bomanite Licensee network, is paired with superior customer service to guarantee top-quality products, processes, and workmanship for every undertaking. Recognized as a reliable partner by owners, architects, contractors, and landscape architects, Concrete Arts is celebrated for the long-lasting value its decorative concrete brings to various projects. Their foundation in deep technical knowledge enables them to offer innovative, tailor-made, and practical solutions that are delivered within budget and schedule constraints. Their showroom, showcasing a wide array of samples, provides designers, builders, and clients a chance to explore the endless possibilities offered by decorative concrete.
Award Winning Decorative Concrete
Concrete Arts earned the 2022 Silver Award for Best Bomanite Imprint Systems Project. Because of the sheer steepness of the hill being worked on, this project presented its own exceptional set of challenges. The trained concrete craftsmen at Concrete Arts pride themselves in having created a company culture of commitment, and thus they accept these types of challenges with the knowledge they can create innovative, customized, functional solutions. The stunning results of this project far exceeded the expectations of all stakeholders involved.
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