The Decorative Concrete Council (DCC), a specialty council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), has announced its fifth annual Decorative Concrete Awards. The competition is open to DCC members and non-members. The DCC Decorative Concrete Awards are sponsored by Concrete Construction, Concrete Surfaces, and ARCHITECT, all published by Hanley Wood.

Enter your submission in one of the following categories:

  • Overlays—Less than 1/4"

  • Overlays—1/4" to 2"

  • Cast-in-place—Stamped

  • Cast-in-place—Special Finishes

  • Stained

  • Polished

  • Countertops

  • Vertical application

  • Concrete artistry

  • Multiple applications

  • Graphics

  • Epoxy/polyaspartic flooring

With the exception of countertops, two awards may be given in each category, for projects of 5,000 square feet and less, and projects of more than 5,000 square feet. Entries are judged on craftsmanship, aesthetics, functionality, and creativity.

The deadline for submitting your entries is Oct. 1, 2012. The awards will be presented at World of Concrete 2013. For more information visit the American Society of Concrete Contractors' website.