Bomanite Featured Project
Entertainment Space Fit for a King
 Some
might call this 8,000 square foot log home situated
on 50 picturesque acres in Heber, Utah, a castle fit
for a King. The owners of this property in a rural
town east of Salt Lake City, where weather conditions
can range from six feet of snow in winter months to
one hundred degree temperatures in the summer, wanted
to turn a portion of their land into an area perfect
for entertaining in any weather.
Architectural Concrete and Design, the Bomanite Franchise
Partner in Draper, Utah was called in to make this
vision a reality. After a survey of the area and a
meeting with the clients, the owners revealed they
wanted a rustic country look for their pool deck, patio
and bar areas. The Bomanite Random Slate pattern was
the best fit, and therefore chosen for the majority
of the hardscape. They settled on a sand color hardener
base and added four different release agents to achieve
the multidimensional tones and unique feel the owners
desired.
Aesthetics weren’t the only things on the minds
of the creative team at Architectural Concrete and
Design. In order to pull off an attractive and enduring
entertainment area that was capable of withstanding
such a severe climate, the area needed to be properly
prepared. To allow drainage under the slab, the concrete
was placed over 6 inches of compacted road base and
a 4-inch layer of gravel. This would help prevent the
concrete from heaving during freeze-thaw cycles. To
help minimize cracking, diamond saw cuts were
placed at regular intervals and caulked to seal the
surface.
To prevent slip fall issues, the Bomanite was sealed
with an acrylic sealer that had been modified with
a non-slip additive for safety purposes. Also as both
a safety and design feature, the pool and hot tub were
surrounded with a Bomanite coping cantilever edge,
using the Old English Bomanite imprinting tool. This
variation in texture helps to visually separate the
edges of the water features from the surrounding surfaces.
 The expansive hardscape was designed for use in all
seasons. The addition of a cast-in-place concrete bar
met the need for an attractive yet durable outdoor
dining area for use when the weather is mild. The bar
slab, four feet wide and 15 feet long, is large enough
to fit a professional hockey team. It was poured 2
inches deep and reinforced with rebar on 10-inch centers
for strength and resilience. To create a soft marbling
effect, two Bomanite color hardeners in complementary
colors were swirled together and applied to the surface.
The bar was then sealed with an appropriate Bomanite
urethane sealer. A radiant snow melt system leading
from the house to the hot tub was placed below the
hardscape, allowing the owners clear access to the
water, even in freezing temperatures. The centerpiece
of the project is the spectacular concrete fire pit,
which provides a warm gathering space for conversation.
The fire pit was hand carved and textured with trowels
and texture skins using Bomanite's color hardener and
release agents.
Architectural Concrete and Design completed this project
in the specified timeframe of two weeks, so the backyard
would be ready just in time for a post season party
for some of the owner’s teammates.
Bomanite has half a century of experience installing
architectural concrete and paving in every climate.
Our highly skilled, local Licensed Contractors use quality
materials and sound, proven construction methods to
satisfy the needs of even the most discriminating client.
Bomanite Licensed Contractors attend regular trainings
and have access to product research and development
so they bring you the very best and latest techniques
for installing decorative concrete. Bomanite Franchise
Partners are also provided with specification assistance
to ensure your project demands are met with the most
appropriate products available.
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