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Frédéric Riopel

How to Protect and Maintain Ipe Wood Exterior StainUncategorizedWood PatioWood Treatment

How to Protect and Maintain Ipe Wood

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $0.60 to $1.44Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaBeaudoin (Client) "Excellent service, excellent product that I have been using for about ten years with perfect results. The product does not peel. And it gives a very beautiful result with a brush for outdoor use."Ipe is an exotic wood known for its exceptional durability. Very dense and naturally resistant to moisture, mold, and insects, it is often used for decks and other outdoor installations. However, even if ipe can last for decades, the sun will eventually fade its original color. If you…
Frédéric Riopel
21 August 2020
How to Paint Exterior Brick to Transform Your Home’s Facade Exterior PaintPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

How to Paint Exterior Brick to Transform Your Home’s Facade

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.90 to $1.75Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaJean-François Denis (Verified Customer) "High-quality paint that I have been using for years with Colobar's impeccable service." Do you dream of transforming the appearance of your brick home without undertaking major renovations? Painting it with exterior brick paint can completely change the style of a facade and give an older house a spectacular new look. Very popular in Quebec, brick houses often have an impeccable structure… but a color or look that dates from another era. With the right products and proper preparation,…
Frédéric Riopel
12 August 2020
How to paint a fiberglass or composite balcony with epoxy in Quebec Commercial PaintHow-ToPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

How to paint a fiberglass or composite balcony with epoxy in Quebec

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $2.90 to $3.15Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaFrançoise Hamel (Cliente confirmée) "Produit facile d’application et couvre très bien, merci."Fiberglass is a robust material often used for building patios, balconies, and outdoor stairs. However, it has its peculiarities: if you want to repaint your fiberglass balcony durably, you can't just apply anything. First, you need a finish that adheres well to fiberglass, because standard floor paints don't stick well and wear out very quickly. Second, you need a finish that resists UV rays. Urethane mastic meets both these criteria, in addition…
Frédéric Riopel
7 August 2020
How to Maintain and Paint Your Canexel Siding PaintResidential paintingUncategorized

How to Maintain and Paint Your Canexel Siding

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.50 to $1.20Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaKarl Hetier (Client) "Excellent paint for my exterior Canexel… super good service at Colobar."For over 30 years, CanExel exterior siding has been recognized for its durability and wood-like appearance. However, over time, CanExel paint can fade, yellow, or peel, often leading to the same question: can CanExel be painted to give it a second life? Good news: yes! With the right product and adequate preparation, you can refresh or completely change the color, improve the appearance, and extend the lifespan of your CanExel…
Frédéric Riopel
17 June 2020
Polished concrete or raw concrete? A guide to different concrete effects for a fireplace mantel Concrete EffectSpecialized coatingsUncategorized

Polished concrete or raw concrete? A guide to different concrete effects for a fireplace mantel

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $1.51 to $7.50Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaTony Raymond (Verified customer) Very good product, easy to apply and a beautiful result. Fast delivery! Thank you, Colobar!The fireplace is often where the entire atmosphere of a room comes together. It’s where people gather to relax, talk, or simply enjoy the movement of the flames. And since everyone’s eyes eventually turn to it, you might as well give your fireplace mantel a finish that truly showcases it. Covering your fireplace mantel with a concrete effect can completely transform the space and create…
Frédéric Riopel
3 June 2019
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Plywood floor: can you apply epoxy? CommercialEpoxyUncategorized

Plywood floor: can you apply epoxy?

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $8 to $10Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaSylvain (Customer) "Excellent product, easy to install Beautiful finish installed over ceramic tiles."Do you have an old floor you want to transform with something tough, attractive, and durable? Epoxy may be exactly what you are looking for! It is one of the most durable floor-finish options on the market, and it also offers a wide range of options: solid-colour epoxy, vinyl flake broadcast, or even a metallic or marbled effect! Application is a bit more complex than standard floor paint, but with a…
Frédéric Riopel
5 March 2018