Better Paths

Company specializing in decorative concrete now offers brand new crystal molds

A Managed Blogger — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:00:33 +0000

Something Better Co. has announced in their latest newsletter that they will now be offering several new products on their web site, http://www.betterpaths.com. Unquestionably the most exciting new product they will be offering is their impressive, high-end crystal molds which can be used for countertops and a wide range of other decorative concrete projects.

Phoenix, Arizona (IPRWIRE) Monday, October 12, 2009 – Bryan Gauthier of Something Better Co. is pleased to announce that his firm is now introducing a new selection of innovative products on their web site, including several sets of unique crystal molds. These are offered exclusively by their company and may be used for a variety of uses including countertops, water features, boulderscapes, and vertical concrete designs.

Concrete Countertop Design Company Now Offers Classes On Making Fake Rocks

A Managed Blogger — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:00:12 +0000

With the economy now in a recession, many home owners are looking for low-cost ways of improving the appearance of their yards. Something Better Co., http://www.BetterPaths.com is now offering a new class on creating fake rocks in addition to their regular courses on concrete countertop design.

Phoenix, Arizona (IPRWIRE) Monday, April 13, 2009 – Well known for his concrete countertop classes, Bryan Gauthier of Something Better Co. is now announcing a new class on creating fake rocks for decoration. Home owners who are feeling the pains of the recession, but still want to make their homes look impressive, are discovering their creative sides thanks to the company’s new kits and training program.

Both casual do-it-yourselfers and contractors alike have enrolled in this new class. Gauthier is pleased to report that some of the best ideas come from the home owners. “I think mainly it’s because for a lot of our beginner students the whole decorative concrete concept is new to them and they simply get more excited and put more time and passion into their projects,” he says.

Decorative Concrete Company Now Offers Countertop Resurfacing Kits and Training

A Managed Blogger — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 07:00:31 +0000

Now that most people are trying to save money due to the recession, they are also interested in doing more home improvement projects themselves. Something Better Co. is doing their part by offering adult education classes as well as decorative concrete countertop kits.

Phoenix, Arizona (IPRWIRE) Monday, March 30, 2009 – Something Better Co. is now announcing their own line of decorative concrete countertop resurfacing kits. Both building contractors and eager do-it-yourselfers are looking for inexpensive home improvement solutions during the recession and company president Bryan Gauthier believes this will be a great help to them.

Over the past year, there has been a trend for home owners to learn how to resurface their own countertops. It is less expensive than hiring a contractor which helps people to save money during the recession. The countertop resurfacing kits now being offered by Gauthier’s company allow such individuals to get the same results but at a much cheaper price.

Concrete Training the Right Way

A Managed Blogger — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:22:04 +0000

If someone truly wants to be the best in their field, they have to do certain things. Contractors must go through concrete training in order to perform to the standards of industry leaders. Finding a class that is reputable in the field can be difficult. Prospective students need to look around and find something that will fit their needs and will give them the skills they should acquire through such a class.

When looking for concrete training, individuals should pay attention to the industry experience of the instructor. It is important to find an instructor who has been involved with the industry for a long time. A beginner should never teach a class. It is important that the teacher has hands on experience in the industry which can be applied to the class. An instructor needs the experience in order to truly know what he is talking about. He must know about the industry he is teaching.

Class selection is also important. After someone has completed concrete training they may want to further their skills by learning something else that is related to the field. If a good instructor is found, it is best to stay with that instructor. However, if the teacher only offers that one class, they will not be able to learn from that instructor anymore. Therefore, prospective students should find a teacher who offers a variety of classes.

It is also important to see what the instructor has to offer. Prospective students should ask to see pictures of the instructor’s work. If the instructor does not produce quality work, then he will not teach his students how to make quality work. Since quality is a key in concrete training, an instructor who does not understand good quality should not be used. Students will not benefit from learning how to make a low quality product.

Design is another factor students must consider. There are many different ways to design projects, and if a school or instructor is not privy to those ways, he is not teaching state of the art methods. Design can be the element that pushes a contractor ahead of the competition. Customers often want something that is unique and different. Bland designs are not going to get extra business, even if they are well made. Therefore, innovative design and procedures must be involved in a class.

Better Paths has had over twenty years of experience in the industry. They offer a wide variety of classes to fit the contractor or home improvement enthusiast’s needs. They have many pictures of their work available for prospective students to see, and their innovative designs are beautiful and inspiring. As industry leaders, they have techniques they teach their students that save money and give projects a realistic look. For more information, visit them online at www.betterpaths.com.

How to Succeed with Decorative Concrete

A Managed Blogger — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:20:36 +0000

There are a wide variety of people who like to take on projects. From people who enjoy working on their own homes to contractors, there are many people with an interest in decorative concrete. With the market growing, many people are trying to learn more about the industry. There are places out there that help with the process. When looking for a class to learn the methods, people need to be mindful of certain things.

The experience of the company offering the class is vital. If someone is not experienced, they are not going to be able to teach people. There is a lot that goes into decorative concrete. People must be able to count on the experience of the teacher.

Those who are looking to learn must also consider cost cutting measures the instructor teaches. There are ways to make things cheaper, and those who are familiar with the industry are also familiar with those ways. When looking to take a class, prospective students need to inquire about methods the class teaches for cutting costs and how they can be implemented outside of the classroom.

The setting of the class is also important. As much as a person wants to learn about decorative concrete most people cannot go out of state for a class. In fact, many people are too busy to even go a couple of hours to attend a class in person. There are classes that are available online and through the mail, and busy people may want to take advantage of those classes.

It is also important to see if the company has had an impact on the industry. If no one involved in decorative concrete has ever heard of the company, they might not have done anything good during their time in business. However, if they have had a hand in developing products and methods, that shows they know what they are talking about. In order for a company to effectively teach, they must know what is going on.

The reputation of the company is also important. How many people have they taught? What do their former students think of them? No one wants to be the first person a teacher has ever taught. No one wants to be in a class that has had only bad things said about it either. It is important to select a class that is taught by someone who is respected in the industry.

Better Paths has been involved in the industry for over twenty years. They have developed industry leading methods and techniques that have improved their field. They can teach their students how to save 75% on materials through their formulation techniques. Their classes are both in person and online, so anyone can attend. Visit them online at www.betterpaths.com. Read the testimonials of former students and browse through the pictures of their work.

Company Makes it Easier than Ever for People to Do Their Own Home Makeover with Decorative Concrete

A Managed Blogger — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 07:00:52 +0000

A company has just announced that along with its growing product line of do it yourself kits, it has also added more dates for hands on training. Training in Hawaii will take place from October 6 through October 11, while South Carolina will offer training from October 27 through November 1st.

Phoenix, AZ (IPRWIRE) Wed, July 23rd, 2008 — Something Better Company (www.betterpaths.com) has cited a local Phoenix project named Rooms for Joy as an inspiration for continuing to help people in the field of remodeling. Rooms for Joy is a nonprofit business that operates in the Phoenix area. The purpose of the business is to remodel bedrooms of sick children. Something Better states that with their, do it yourself kits and hands on training, more people than ever can use their methods of decorative concrete to assist with this project that has gained much attention in the news. The company has do it yourself kits for vertical carving, kitchen cabinet resurfacing in real bronze, and countertops, among other things. They also have classes that are conducted both in person and on video. Their classes teach students everything they need to know about this medium. With the knowledge gained, the company says that people can help themselves and others with their new skills.