GFRC-101

2-day, hands-on training to get you started quickly and inexpensively: $ 895, Limited to 16 students

Are you a craftsman looking to boost your revenue and your skill set, for minimum cost, time, and effort?
Look no further! Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete is lightweight, highly durable and endlessly adaptable. And, the necessary equipment is extremely affordable.
Wouldn't you like to offer your clients (and your competition's clients) custom fireplace surrounds, integral sinks for bathroom and kitchen, smooth-to-the-touch countertops, and lightweight furniture and desk tops? Consumer demand is growing by leaps and bounds - meet it head on!

•   Next class April 16 - 17, 2012 or Call us for future dates and locations

Who should take this class? 

If you're a beginner, this class will get you started quickly and inexpensively.
•    You may be starting a concrete countertop business and want to jump-start your learning.
•    If you're just making your first concrete countertop, this class is an inexpensive way to get valuable hands-on guidance.
If you're a stone or solid surface fabricator, this class is ideal.
•    Learn just what you need: the concrete part, not templating and installation.
If you already make concrete countertops, this class will fill in your knowledge gaps.
•    Learn Jeff Girard's trouble-free, from-scratch mix techniques.
•    Learn GFRC, CSA cements and sealer options.

What you'll get:
•    Create a high quality kitchen countertop with integral sink in just 2 days.
•    Get your hands dirty with GFRC, spraying, grinding and polishing.
•    Make your own sample square to take home.
•    Spend enough time in the classroom to learn not just how, but why.
•    Use a from-scratch GFRC mix design.
•    Learn how to use CSA cements, without problems, for rapid production.
•    Learn how to use UV-cured sealer for a fast, stain-proof, worry-free finish
•    Get a complete list of all the equipment and materials needed.  Receive extensive class handouts explaining the process and from-scratch mix design.