Red Pine Masonry

06/07/2026

Just wrapped up this garage apron and sidewalk. Keep an eye out for the stamped and colored hot tub pad, patio and fire ring we also did at this cabin.

Why the 28-day wait before sealing stamped or colored concrete?

It all comes down to curing. Fresh concrete is full of water - that water needs to ev***rate slowly so the concrete can reach its full strength and hardness. If you seal it too soon, you trap that moisture inside.

Here's what can go wrong if you rush it:
Blotchy, uneven color. Trapped moisture pushes sealer off in spots, leaving light or dark patches.

Delamination - The sealer can peel or bubble up because the concrete underneath is still releasing moisture v***r.
Poor adhesion - Sealer won't bond as well, so it wears off faster and needs to be reapplied sooner.

Waiting the full 28 days gives the concrete time to cure completely. Once that water is gone, the surface is ready to accept sealer evenly - giving you a durable, beautiful finish that lasts.

Bottom line: patience pays off. That month of waiting means your stamped or colored concrete looks great and holds up for years🪨

06/02/2026

A new walkway through the woods to tie the cabins together - connecting old family cabins that have stood here for generations. That border detail makes all the difference: functional, clean, and built for foot traffic, and many more decades of use, without losing that forest feel. 🌲

05/11/2026

Fresh garage floor, lean-to slab, and a patio ready for summer nights ⛱️

Simple, clean, and built for everyday use. Thanks to another great customer for keeping us busy this season.

04/24/2026

We just finished up this 3 in 1 project where we did a little bit of everything. From a fresh pole shed and apron to a stamped and colored custom patio, each piece done right and built to last.

Busy season is back and we are ready to hit the ground running.

04/21/2026

Wrapped up this custom stone base with stone from the Black Hills of South Dakota for our first project of the season, and it completely elevated the look of this home.

Natural stone adds a timeless, high-end finish while giving the foundation lasting protection. Paired with black grout, it brings out the depth and contrast in every natural piece for a bold, clean look.🪨

Quality materials, attention to detail, and craftsmanship that speaks for itself.

If you’re looking to upgrade your exterior with something built to last, call or text Mycal to get on this year’s schedule.
(715)566-3267

01/31/2026

11/05/2025

We just finished up another project where we did footings, ICF walls, block and a floor for an addition near Granstburg 🪾

11/03/2025

footings, two ICF walls and a floor poured as we start to wind down our 2025 season 🍂

10/08/2025

Finished up this beautiful colored stoop at a cabin in Siren 🍁🍂

10/07/2025

who says concrete can’t feel cozy?

We gave this 3-season porch a wood-plank stamped concrete floor 🪵

the perfect combination of rustic style and strength for a hot tub hangout