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Consumer & Trade FAQs  Who would want concrete countertops?  What are the advantages and disadvantages of concrete countertops compared to other countertop materials?  Where can I use concrete countertops in my designs?  How do I find a contractor to make concrete countertops for me?  How do I evaluate a concrete countertop maker?  What's the difference between concrete and cement?  How are concrete countertops made?  What is the lead time?  Will concrete countertops stain?  Will they scratch?  Can I put hot pots on the countertops?  Are concrete countertops sanitary?  How much do concrete countertops cost?  What colors are available?  How much color variation can occur?  What edges are available?  What kind of sinks can be used with concrete countertops?  Are there any size limitations?  How much do they weigh?  What about seams?  What about backsplashes?  How are templates made?  How are the countertops installed?  Do I need to reinforce my cabinets?  Where can I get more information about concrete countertops?  Contractor FAQs  What is the purpose of the Concrete Connections membership program?  Who belongs to Concrete Connections?  What are the benefits of membership?  What about a "Find a Contractor" listing?  How do I join Concrete Connections?  What are the exact terms & conditions of membership?  What if I join and then want to cancel?  Where can I get information about how to make concrete countertops?  What's the best sealer?  How should I price my countertops?  Should I do precast or cast in place countertops?  Is GFRC a good method for making concrete countertops?  Where do I buy tools and supplies for making concrete countertops?  Member FAQs  How can I use this site to educate my clients?  How do I take advantage of my member discounts?  There's so much information on here. What's the best way to search?  How do I comment on articles or news items?  How do I comment on articles or news items?  How do I create my own photo albums?  How do I create my own polls?  How do I cancel my membership?  My membership is inactive/cancelled. How can I reinstate it?  I need to change the credit card my membership is billed to.  Forum FAQs  How do I use the forums?  How do I attach a photo to my forum posts?  There are so many posts every day on the forums! How do I know I've read them all?  Can I get notified when something new is posted to the forums?  There's so much information on here. What's the best way to search?  How do I put a photo of myself beside my forum posts?  Site FAQs  Please explain the terminology "contractor", "craftsman" and "maker" used on this site.  What is the privacy policy for this site?  How do I print an article or news item on this site?  How do I tell a friend about an article or news item on this site?  Why are the forums members-only and private?  I'm a homeowner. What's on this site for me?  I'm a designer. What's on this site for me?  I'm an architect. Where do I get specifications for concrete countertops?