Richard Marks began using concrete as a sculpture medium while studying industrial design in the early 1970s. Intrigued by the organic qualities inherent in the material, he continued exploring concrete in his personal work while consulting and designing professionally. Ten years later, commissioned to design a table for the reception area of a photography studio, Richard created his first commercial concrete project and the beginning of what would become Concrete Age Artworks. Serving as a display area for an antique cigar humidor, the table was solid yet understated - designed and delivered for $500.
Day-to-day care: Use a neutral pH cleaner. Never use abrasive methods or acidic/caustic cleaners. Contact with such chemicals should be thoroughly rinsed with water immediately. Long-Term Maintenance: Concrete Age products are delivered and installed already carrying multiple applications of sealant. We recommend, use and provide a sealer with the installation of the project that is environmentally safe, virtually odorless, and simple to apply. Reapplications of sealer may vary with household use or environmental situations.
Concrete Age Artworks concrete is composed of natural materials and should be recognized and cared for as a natural material. With nominal care and maintenance, Concrete Age Artworks concrete will sustain: providing a lifetime of durable, practical and beauty in its architectural and design applications. Products manufactured by Concrete Age Artworks are highly resistant to staining but not "stain proof". Our concrete and concrete products are not guaranteed against cracking. We do guarantee our concrete to maintain structural integrity in the occurrence of hairline cracks.