This three-day training class will teach you how to take your stamped concrete work to a new level. Our instructors will cover a wide variety of techniques, including the proper use of color hardener, monolithic borders and bands, fire pits, advanced methods for decorative steps, seating walls, staining and grouting techniques, mix designs, sealer application, and more.
This class is held at a real jobsite, through the charitable organization Patios for Patriots, near Orrville, Ohio, on Wednesday, September 16 - Friday, September 18. Sign up before August 18, 2026, to get $100 off for early bird pricing of only $999.99.
This is an advanced class, and we welcome anyone who has 3+ years of stamped concrete field experience or previously attended our Intro to Stamped Concrete Training.
For questions about the class, call 330-682-5678
COURSE TOPICS:
- Admixtures - Learn which additives can make the stamping process easier
- Decorative Concrete Steps - Set your job apart by incorporating decorative steps
- Forming - Forming techniques and materials can separate you as a true artisan
- Color Hardener Techniques - Take an in-depth look at how color hardener methods are used
- Monolithic Borders & Bands - Learn how you can save time and money
- Mix Designs - Discover which mix design is best for certain applications
- Release Agents & Antiquing Methods - Take advantage of both powder and liquid release to get the ultimate color enhancement
- Sealers - Choosing the right sealer and alleviating future maintenance problems
- Selling Techniques & Business Strategies - Discover various selling methods to make sure that you can get the job
- Staining - Learn how to integrate different staining techniques onto your stamped concrete
- Plus more
Dates:
September 16: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
September 17: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
September 18: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Course Instructor:
Jason Geiser: DecoCrete Founder
Jeff Hershberger: DecoCrete Training Lead
Location:
Orrville, Ohio
3 Days of Real Jobsite Training
Through Patios for Patriots Charitable Organization
Disclaimer: We require a minimum number of attendees for training classes. If the minimum is not reached before the training start date, the class may be canceled. DecoCrete also retains the right to cancel or reschedule training classes for any other reason. If the training classes are canceled or rescheduled, the attendees are entitled to a full refund of training fees. DecoCrete is not responsible for refunding travel expenses or any costs other than training fees.
Patios for Patriots
Orrville, OH 44667
United States
- Admixtures - Learn which additives can make the stamping process easier
- Decorative Concrete Steps - Set your job apart by incorporating decorative steps
- Forming - Forming techniques and materials can separate you as a true artisan
- Color Hardener Techniques - Take an in-depth look at how color hardener methods are used
- Monolithic Borders & Bands - Learn how you can save time and money
- Mix Designs - Discover which mix design is best for certain applications
- Release Agents & Antiquing Methods - Take advantage of both powder and liquid release to get the ultimate color enhancement
- Sealers - Choosing the right sealer and alleviating future maintenance problems
- Selling Techniques & Business Strategies - Discover various selling methods to make sure that you can get the job
- Staining - Learn how to integrate different staining techniques onto your stamped concrete
- Plus more
"Better than any college degree you can get. I’ve been using the techniques they showed us on every stamp job ever since. Met a ton of great people and had a blast for 3 days straight. Highly recommend!"
-Dave Chase of W.A. Chase Concrete LLC (Lancaster, New York)
"Guaranteed to learn something. DecoCrete does an extremely good job of laying out everything for you. Its a sure fire way to success."
-Joseph Redwine (Cincinnati, Ohio)
"The stamp training was well worth my time to go. I had a great hands on experience, and the food was great! I think Jason does a great job at showing and training you what you can do with concrete."
-Gary Yoder of Swiss Village Concrete (Millersburg, Ohio)
"It was a great course and well worth the travel. I learned a lot of new techniques that didn't know existed. The training helped me learn skills which will definitely be an asset for my company. Not only will it make stand out from the competition but increase sales."-Doug Coomer of Coomer Artistic Floors (Columbia, Kentucky)
"Since taking the Advanced Decorative Concrete Training my confidence in my abilities as an installer has increased 10 fold. Now, whenever I am on an estimate I feel comfortable making suggestions because I know that I have the skills to perform."-Dave Vaughn of Vaughn Concrete (Creston, Ohio)
Jason Geiser
A decorative concrete contractor, educator, and owner of DecoCrete. Geiser started his career in decorative concrete in 2000. His experience as a contractor and commitment to the decorative concrete industry led him to open DecoCrete Supply in 2006, which now serves as a reliable source of product information for architects, home builders, and designers throughout Ohio. He has written and been featured in multiple articles for Concrete Decor Magazine as well as been a featured speaker at their annual Decor Show.
He knows how important it is to have the right materials on the job and has not tied himself to a single manufacturer. Every product DecoCrete manufactures has been personally field-tested by Geiser. Whether you are an experienced contractor or someone who wants to get into the expanding decorative concrete industry, Geiser's knowledge and expertise will assist you as you learn the skills it takes to get the job.
Jeff Hershberger
Jeff’s path into concrete started in the early 2000s, working on gray concrete projects like forming, pouring, and finishing. At first, it was just a way to make a living—but over time, his skills grew and so did his interest in the trade.
In 2005, a family project introduced him to decorative concrete, and that single job sparked a new passion. Soon after, he crossed paths with Jason Geiser, who was expanding into decorative work and later founded DecoCrete.
By 2012, Jeff joined the DecoCrete team, bringing years of field experience and a passion for helping others succeed. Today, he leads trainings that combine hands-on expertise with the same passion for teaching that first drew him into the industry.
