Schilling Group Inc

01/03/2024

Mechanically polished concrete, sealers and tinted sealers are affordable, impactful options for residential concrete floors. These attractive and durable concrete finishes are perfect for basements, driveways, patios and more. Learn more in this month's blog post.

Mechanically polished concrete, sealers and tinted sealers are affordable, impactful options for residential concrete floors. These attractive and durable concrete finishes are perfect for basements, driveways, patios and more. They are also ideal for slab-on-grade homes and “shouses”.

12/08/2023

Winter is here, and these colder months pose the perfect opportunity to update your basement floors. If you’ve thought about changing the look or functionality of your basement, the Schilling Group offers a variety of options to suit your specific needs. From floor coverings to mechanical concrete polishing, we’ve (literally) got your basement floor covered. Learn more about what we can do for you in this month's blog post.

If you’ve thought about changing the look or functionality of your basement, the Schilling Group offers a variety of options to suit your specific needs.

11/08/2023

While natural stone floors–such as travertine, marble and granite–are beautiful, hard-wearing and easy to maintain, they can dull over time. This is especially true when they are treated with wax. However, the Schilling Group can restore the original appearance of your natural stone floors. Learn how in this month's blog post.

If your natural stone floors have lost their original shine and luster, The Schilling Group can restore their original appearance.

10/10/2023

It’s officially October, which means the holidays are right around the corner. It also means it’s the perfect time to prepare your home for guests and entertaining. Learn more about how you can do that in this month's blog post.

It’s officially October, which means the holidays are right around the corner. It also means it’s the perfect time to prepare your home for guests.

08/29/2023

Concrete floors require different degrees of durability and strength depending on the environment, use and properties desired. At the Schilling Group, we offer a solution for every type of home, business or facility. Learn more about some concrete finishes based on strength and durability in this month's blog post.

Concrete floors require different degrees of durability and strength depending on the environment, use and properties desired. For example, heavy-use industrial spaces require a different finish than a residential garage floor to ensure it lasts the test of time and provides the needed protection. A...

07/18/2023

If you’re considering a concrete coating on your garage floor, this summer is the perfect time to complete the project. Once colder weather arrives, you’ll have to wait until next spring, and your bare garage floor will not be protected against the harsh effects of winter. Learn more in this month's blog post.

If you’re considering a concrete coating on your garage floor, this summer is the perfect time to complete the project. Once colder weather arrives, you’ll have to wait until next spring, and your bare garage floor will not be protected against the harsh effects of winter. The winter sludge of s...

06/01/2023

Waterproofing concrete by filling expansion joints or other existing cracks with a silicone or polyurethane caulk is one of the best ways to extend the life of your concrete and prevent damage. This is commonly done on residential driveways, but it is beneficial for any concrete slab. Learn more about the benefits of concrete waterproofing in this month's blog post.

Waterproofing concrete by filling expansion joints or other existing cracks with a silicone or polyurethane caulk is one of the best ways to extend the life of your concrete and prevent damage. This is commonly done on residential driveways, but it is beneficial for any concrete slab. Preventing wat...

05/03/2023

There are many companies in the Des Moines area who offer concrete coating services, but there are also vast differences in the materials and processes used by these different companies. At the Schilling Group, we are proud of the results we deliver and the products we use. But, seeing is believing. We highly encourage you to visit our showroom and see for yourself!

There are many companies in the Des Moines area who offer concrete coating services, but there are also vast differences in the materials and processes used by these different companies. At the Schilling Group, we are proud of the results we deliver and the products we use. But,

03/28/2023

Schilling Group is wanting to hire an office manager. We are looking for someone with a confident personality, strong computer/Microsoft Office skills. Experience in the the construction industries and bookkeeping skills would be icing on the cake. Spread the word.
Contact McKinley Schilling at 515.491.3679 to schedule an interview. Extremely competitive salary for the right candidate.

03/27/2023

A successful concrete coating application ultimately comes down to how well the underlying concrete is prepared before the application. The concrete surface profile is a key part of this preparation and is often the longest, most intensive step in the coating process. But, what exactly is concrete profiling? Learn more in this month's blog post.

A successful concrete coating application ultimately comes down to how well the underlying concrete is prepared before the application. It is a critical step in ensuring the coating lasts as long as possible and looks as good as possible. The concrete surface profile is a key part of

01/27/2023

Have your natural stone floors lost their original, high-gloss shine? Unfortunately, stone floors can dull over time, especially when treated with wax. However, the Schilling Group can revitalize and renew the appearance of marble, travertine and granite floors. Learn more in this month's blog post.

Have your natural stone floors lost their original, high-gloss shine? Unfortunately, stone floors can dull over time, especially when treated with wax. However, the Schilling Group can revitalize and renew the appearance of marble, travertine and granite floors. Renewing Natural Stone Flooring Many....

01/04/2023

An industrial polyaspartic coating is one of the toughest and most durable finishes you can add to your concrete floors. This makes them ideal for heavy-use industrial spaces, such as repair facilities for large machinery and trucks. Learn more in this month's blog post.

An industrial polyaspartic system is one of the toughest and most durable finishes you can add to your concrete floors. Fully saturating these systems with binders, such as quartz or polyflakes, increases the durability and toughness even more. This makes these concrete coatings ideal for heavy-use....