Learning Centre

Hear directly from the makers, designers, artists and entrepreneurs who have trained with Concrete Studio and gone on to apply GFRC in their own projects, businesses and creative practice.

Glass Fibre Reenforced Concrete (GFRC) Basics


Illustration of a modern GFRC concrete vessel basin beside a concrete block showing the lightweight glass fibre reinforced concrete material.

What is GFRC?

Understand what GFRC is, how it's made, and why it's become the preferred concrete material for modern architectural products.


Cross-section diagram showing a sealed GFRC surface repelling water, illustrating how protective sealers help resist moisture and everyday use.

Is GRFC waterproof?

Learn how GFRC handles water exposure, what waterproofing really means, and how sealers protect the finished concrete surface.


Comparison illustration showing a thin lightweight GFRC panel beside a thicker traditional concrete block to demonstrate the difference between the two materials.

GFRC vs Traditional Concrete

Explore the key differences between GFRC and conventional concrete, including weight, durability, appearance, and performance.


Illustration of a lightweight GFRC concrete bench supporting a heavy load, demonstrating the strength and durability of glass fibre reinforced concrete.

How strong is GFRC?

See how GFRC delivers exceptional strength in a lightweight form, making complex concrete designs possible.


Collection of architectural GFRC products including concrete wall panels, a basin and furniture, demonstrating the versatility of glass fibre reinforced concrete.

Why GFRC is Perfect for Architectural Products

See how GFRC delivers exceptional strength in a lightweight form, making complex concrete designs possible.


Modern GFRC concrete furniture including a dining table, chair and coffee table, illustrating lightweight architectural concrete furniture design.

Can You Make Furniture from GFRC?

See how GFRC delivers exceptional strength in a lightweight form, making complex concrete designs possible.

Microcement


Illustration of microcement application tools with sample panels and a hand-applied microcement finish, representing seamless decorative concrete surfaces.

What is Microcement?

Learn what microcement is, where it can be applied, and why it's become a popular seamless finish for modern interiors and bathrooms.


Comparison illustration showing a GFRC concrete basin alongside a hand-applied microcement finish, highlighting the difference between structural GFRC products and decorative microcement.

GFRC vs Microcement: What's the Difference?

Discover the key differences between GFRC and microcement, including where each material excels and when to use one instead of the other.


Illustration of a sealed microcement surface repelling water droplets, showing how a protective sealer helps create a water-resistant finish for bathrooms and wet areas.

Is Microcement Waterproof?

Learn how microcement performs in wet areas, why sealing matters, and where it can be used throughout your home.