The Vulk Story
VULK is the culmination of more than 20 years of polished concrete experience, and a lifelong passion for helping architects and contractors turn their vision into reality. The business was born out of hands-on knowledge gained from years of working on large-scale concrete flooring projects for clients such as Orora, Target, Autobarn, DPTI (Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure – SA) and Lendlease. The company’s founder, David Shaughnessy, set out with a goal to provide tried and tested materials, tools, and systems to help flooring contractors get the right result – every time. We’ve designed revolutionary concrete protection and decorative treatments used by leading architectural and engineering firms across the commercial building industry; designed to maximise the aesthetic and functional benefits of polished concrete in any environment. Our curing and polished concrete products are preferred by residential architects and contractors too, with VULK products featured in a number of award-winning designs.
We give you everything you need in one place; there’s no need for trial and error or shopping around. And we’re always happy to share application tips and advice to help you get the end result you’re looking for. To achieve the right result, you need a proven combination of the right materials, the right tools and the right techniques. After two decades of working in the concrete flooring industry, our team has developed a comprehensive understanding of what combination of systems and products work to achieve flawless concreting results. Our aim is to cut through the noise and provide you with only the most effective and hard-working materials, tools and systems. From materials such as concrete hardeners, protective coatings and sealants; through to diamond tooling; and even those essentials such as floor protection, spray packs and application equipment: if you get it from VULK, you can be confident you’re getting the best products for the job.
We give you everything you need in one place; there’s no need for trial and error or shopping around. And we’re always happy to share application tips and advice to help you get the end result you’re looking for. To achieve the right result, you need a proven combination of the right materials, the right tools and the right techniques. After two decades of working in the concrete flooring industry, our team has developed a comprehensive understanding of what combination of systems and products work to achieve flawless concreting results. Our aim is to cut through the noise and provide you with only the most effective and hard-working materials, tools and systems. From materials such as concrete hardeners, protective coatings and sealants; through to diamond tooling; and even those essentials such as floor protection, spray packs and application equipment: if you get it from VULK, you can be confident you’re getting the best products for the job.
MEET THE TEAM
David Shaughnessy
Dave is a recognised authority in polished concrete flooring, with over 20 years’ experience and a Bachelor of Technology specialising in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. His vast technical knowledge means you’d struggle to find a concrete flooring problem which Dave hasn’t seen before. Dave created the industry-leading Mirafloor, Finduro and Aardcure systems and products. He has a passion for solving problems for contractors and specifiers, and working with architects to bring their vision to life. While concrete flooring is Dave’s first love (as well as his wife and kids!), Dave also enjoys good times in the great outdoors with family and friends, from fishing and gardening to building his own shack on a remote island.
Ben Ramsay
With his unparalleled product knowledge gained from 14 years in the concrete flooring industry, Ben enjoys supporting architects with specification and helping contractors get the best results. Ben loves the fact that VULK was born out of hands-on industry knowledge of the same challenges customers face on site: enabling the team to offer the very best advice and products. In his spare time, Ben’s two young boys keep him busy. He loves outdoor adventures and travel, and is a keen cricketer, Aussie Rules footballer and triathlete.