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President Leane Owen Talks Benefits of Polished Concrete Flooring with New Home Central
Polished concrete flooring has quickly become a sought-after option for homes. In an article for The Arizona Republic’s New Home Central section, Tenec Coatings President Leane Owen highlighted functional and visual benefits of polished concrete floors. She pointed out that polished concrete is easy to clean and resistant to moisture, offering a minimalistic yet stunning…
Case Study: Tenec Meets Supplement Manufacturer’s Short Timeline, Sanitation Requirements with Skillful Installation of Epoxy System
Nutritional Manufacturing Services (NMSAZ) is a leading manufacturer of private label dietary supplements, nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals. The company’s Vice President of Operations called on Tenec Coatings to install new flooring in its 5,450-square-foot manufacturing facility in Chandler, Ariz., which was long overdue for an upgrade. The Challenge NMSAZ’s existing epoxy floor was failing due to…
Beyond Aesthetics: 5 Benefits of Concrete Polishing
Polished concrete floors are all the rage in commercial and residential spaces, and for good reason. Of course, they create a sleek, modern look that aligns with numerous design tastes and space uses, but polished concrete also has other benefits extending to durability, affordability and more. Check out these additional perks of polished concrete floors….
Evaluating 4 Common Flooring Hazards in Industrial Facilities
Flooring in industrial facilities can take a beating. They are constantly exposed to harsh chemicals, mechanical abrasion, impact and thermal shock during daily operations. For facility managers who must maintain health and safety as well productivity of a facility, choosing the right flooring system is can be a confusing and daunting task. The right flooring…
Tenec Founders Share Journey from Coatings Manufacturing to Contracting with Arizona Contractor & Community Magazine
With an impressive background in all things concrete coatings, founders Daniel and Leane Owen shared their experience transitioning from the manufacturing side of the business to contracting with Arizona Contractor & Community Magazine. The couple previously owned and operated Arizona Polymer Flooring, a leading concrete coatings manufacturer, which they transformed into a nationally recognized brand…
Mark Haen Shares Expertise on Coatings Selection at Concrete Decor Show in Texas
An expert in concrete coatings formulation, installation and troubleshooting, Tenec General Manager Mark Haen was tapped to present a technical seminar at the 2020 Concrete Decor Show in Arlington, Texas. He broke down the latest concrete coatings products and explained where and why they are best used. Attendees gained insight on: Restoration of nonstructural concrete…
Mark Haen Joins Tenec Coatings as General Manager
With nearly three decades of experience in the concrete coatings industry, we’re excited to announce that Mark Haen has joined Tenec Coatings as General Manager. A master coatings troubleshooter who understands the diverse challenges customers face, Mark oversees day-to-day operations, ensuring projects are completed with the highest level of quality and execution. Mark has a…
Concrete Surface Prep: Why it Can Make or Break Your Installation
As Benjamin Franklin famously once said: Fail to prepare and prepare to fail. This statement couldn’t be more true in the concrete coatings world. The pre-installation preparation process is just as important as the coating installation itself. In fact, it can make or break your finished floor. Whether you’re installing a coating, resurfacing a floor…
Overcome These 4 Concrete Flooring Issues with a Skilled Coatings Contractor
At a quick glance, installing concrete or coatings may seem easy – it’s just a simple gray slab, after all. However, it takes immense skill and precision to do it right. Temperature, humidity, concrete formulation, cure time and numerous other factors influence how your concrete substrate – the concrete slab beneath your flooring – performs….
President Leane Owen Shares Creative Concrete Flooring Ideas with Arizona Foothills Magazine
Concrete floors don’t have to be plain gray slabs – they can be bold, colorful and stylish. In an article for Arizona Foothills Magazine, Tenec Coatings President Leane Owen shared four creative options to take your home to the next level: sleek polished floors, metallic epoxy coatings, faux wood and rustic grind and seal. With…