Genest Concrete

Genest Showroom Grand Opening – Biddeford, ME
2025-06-14 08:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Genest Concrete (Biddeford), 544 Elm Street, Biddeford, 04005, United States
Join us for the grand opening of the new Genest Showroom & Design Center in Biddeford — Southern Maine’s new destination for outdoor living inspiration!
Explore our beautifully designed space featuring outdoor patio displays and an extensive selection of premium natural and manufactured stone, landscape and retaining walls, outdoor living features, fireplaces and fire pits, granite accents, and more. Whether you’re a homeowner just starting to gather ideas or working closely with a contractor or designer, this is the perfect place to spark your next project.
The new facility functions as both a showroom and a collaborative design center, offering dedicated space where homeowners, contractors, and landscape designers can meet, plan, and select materials together.
Enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries, meet our knowledgeable sales team, and take advantage of 10% off all Genest-manufactured products purchased in person during the event.
🎁 Raffles & giveaways
💰 One-day-only sale: 10% off Genest’s own Maine-made pavers, wall stone, and fire pits
💡 A relaxing, no-pressure environment to explore, plan, and get inspired
We can’t wait to welcome you to our new design hub in Biddeford!
Admission:Free and open to the public.

Contractor Preview Event at the New Genest Showroom!
2025-05-16 13:00 - 17:00 | Genest Concrete (Biddeford), 544 Elm Street, Biddeford, 04005, United States
Join Genest, 102.9 WBLM, and 20 of our top suppliers to celebrate the soft opening of our all-new Genest showroom—designed with contractors in mind and built using our own Comfort Block system.
This isn’t just a retail space. It’s a modern, industrial-chic showroom with eye-catching features like a bold entryway fountain, curated product displays, and collaborative meeting areas where you can plan, design, and visualize projects with your clients.
Join us on Friday, May 16th to help us kick off the soft opening with food, music, product demos, and some great company. We’ll be firing up the grill in the afternoon with burgers and hot dogs—drop in whenever works for you!
Here’s what you can expect:
👀 A first look at our showroom displays and design studio
🎤 102.9 WBLM “the Blimp” on site with music and a special appearance by The Captain🔧 Hands-on demos from top industry suppliers💸 Exclusive product discounts for attendees🤝 Great networking with vendors and fellow contractors🍔 Free lunch and giveaways!
This is your chance to get an early peek before the grand opening in June—hope to see you there!

Enjoy burgers and hot dogs cooked on the Cowboy Cauldron while you explore Genest’s new showroom and design space, visit with 20+ vendors, check out new products, watch live demos, and stock up and save on materials, tools, and supplies.

102.9 WBLM (The Blimp) will be on site providing music for the event — plus, a special appearance by “The Captain” of the WBLM Morning Show from 2-4pm!
Exclusive Day-Of Discounts* only available to contractor preview attendees:

10% discount on in-stock Genest pavers and walls
10% off Xtreme Edge from Alliance Gator
10% discount on select products from ARDEX
10% discount on materials from Black River Quarries
10% discount on contractor demo kits from CAST Lighting
10% off the Chore Warrior electric wheelbarrow
10% off the new Grabo High Flow
10% discount on any material purchased from the Aura, Pangaea, Toro and Cultured Stone product lines from Instone
FREE blade of your choice with any iQ saw purchase
10% discount on Arterra porcelain pavers and Rockmount veneer from MSI Surfaces
10% discount on Nicolock as well as NPS Outdoor Living products
10% discount on the entire Quick-E-Tools line from Pave Tool
10% discount on the Rock Knocker from Rocketbox
10% discount on products from SHS Distributors
10% discount on SRW Products
10% discount on StoneFire Core
10% discount on materials from Stoneyard
10% discount on materials from Thompson Stone
10% discount on stoneworking tools from Trow & Holden

*Exclusions and limitations apply. See store for details.

Event Schedule
1:30 PM – SRW Products: Pavermate Z3 Polymeric Sand2:00 PM – Pave Tool: Paver Suction & Clamps in Action2:30 PM – SHS Distributors: Installing Porcelain Pavers with GftK Trass & Gravel Lock3:00 PM – Pave Tool: Installing Granite Steps with A-1 Machine Package3:30 PM – Alliance Gator: New Nitro X Joint Sand4:00 PM – Pave Tool: Lifting, Marking & Screeding Tools for Wall Construction

All Afternoon:

Stoneyard + Trow & Holden: Stone shaping & cutting techniques
Nicolock / NPS Outdoor Living: Cowboy Cauldron cooking
ROCKETBOX: Try the Rock Knocker tool
NT Pavers: Explore the mobile showroom
Comfort Block: Try a new kind of masonry construction
GRABO High Flow: Demo the new vacuum lifting tool for porous materials
Chore Warrior: Test the electric wheelbarrow on-site
WBLM 102.9: Enjoy music from Maine’s classic rock station and meet the Townsquare Media team. Special appearance by The Captain, a Maine radio legend, from 2-4pm!

Plus, for the first time at Genest:
Explore the mobile showroom of NT Pavers, specializing in high-end natural stone and custom fabrications!
Check out new tools like:

the Rock Knocker, a new pneumatic palm tool for working with stone
the Chore Warrior power-assisted electric wheelbarrow
the new Grabo High-Flow

Date: Friday, May 16Time: 1 PM – 5 PM (drop in anytime)Location: Genest Showroom, 544 Elm Street, Biddeford, ME
RSVP optional but appreciated. Questions? Call (207) 324-3250 or contact your Genest sales rep.

Genest Bootcamp 2025 (Eliot)
2025-02-06 07:00 - 15:30 | Regatta Banquet & Conference Center, 28 Levesque Drive, Eliot, ME, 03903, United States
We are thrilled to invite contractors, masons, and landscape professionals to the 13th annual Genest Bootcamp—our premier event for hands-on learning, networking, and insights into the latest industry trends. As always, this event is free to attend!
While our Portland show is moving to a new venue, our Eliot show will once again be held at the Regatta Banquet & Conference Center—a venue you know and love. If you enjoy a more intimate atmosphere with incredible breakfast and lunch, this is the event for you!
This year, in response to your feedback, we’ve shortened our presentations to fit more in! Instead of five 1-hour presentations, we’re offering six 45-minute sessions, giving you more time to visit vendors and network during breaks.
At Genest Bootcamp, you’ll:

Watch live demos and educational presentations
Keep informed about the latest trends, products, and innovations
Discover new products and services from top industry brands
Connect with professionals and vendors to grow your network
Enjoy great food while learning from industry experts

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity for you and your team to learn directly from experts, explore cutting-edge solutions, and gain insights into the evolving needs of the masonry, hardscape, and landscaping sectors. You’ll leave Bootcamp equipped with the knowledge and tools to stay ahead of the competition and apply the newest industry standards to your work. Best of all, it’s completely free for you and your team to attend.
Mark your calendars and get ready for Genest Bootcamp 2025—we can’t wait to see you there!

Genest Bootcamp 2025 (South Portland)
2025-02-04 07:00 - 15:30 | The Point Community Center, 345 Clark's Pond Parkway, South Portland, ME, 04106, United States
The South Portland event is at capacity. If you would like to be added to a wait list, please contact John (207-239-2455).
We are thrilled to invite contractors, masons, and landscape professionals to the 13th annual Genest Bootcamp—our premier event for hands-on learning, networking, and insights into the latest industry trends. As always, this event is free to attend!
This year, we’re making exciting changes to give you an even better experience! Our Portland show has moved to The Point Community Center, offering:

A spacious, modern venue with cutting-edge technology
More vendors than ever before
An on-site café with tasty drink and snack options so you can refuel as needed
A mouthwatering BBQ lunch catered by Griffin’s Food for the Soul

In response to your feedback, we’ve also shortened our presentations to fit more in! Instead of five 1-hour presentations, we’re offering six 45-minute sessions, giving you more time to visit vendors and network during breaks. With the larger venue in Portland, we’re excited to feature more vendors than ever before, offering you a greater variety of products and services to explore.
New this year, we will no longer be offering a catered breakfast. Instead, guests can enjoy the convenience of an on-site café, offering a variety of drinks and snacks available for purchase throughout the day. And don’t worry about lunch—Griffins Food for the Soul will be serving up a mouthwatering BBQ spread with smoked brisket and other delicious lunch options that you won’t want to miss!
At Genest Bootcamp, you’ll:

Watch live demos and educational presentations
Keep informed about the latest trends, products, and innovations
Discover new products and services from top industry brands
Connect with professionals and vendors to grow your network
Enjoy great food while learning from industry experts

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity for you and your team to learn directly from experts, explore cutting-edge solutions, and gain insights into the evolving needs of the masonry, hardscape, and landscaping sectors. You’ll leave Bootcamp equipped with the knowledge and tools to stay ahead of the competition and apply the newest industry standards to your work. Best of all, it’s completely free for you and your team to attend.
Mark your calendars and get ready for Genest Bootcamp 2025—we can’t wait to see you there!

Landscape Lighting Hands-On Training
2024-10-01 09:00 - 14:00
Due to rain, this event has been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 1.

Looking to offer lighting options to boost profitability for your hardscape and landscape projects? Or are you a landscape pro eager to master a valuable new skill? Don’t miss this exciting hands-on landscape lighting training event led by Ryan Miller, regional sales manager from CAST Lighting!
Kick off the day with a 1-hour introductory session, where you’ll dive into the essentials of landscape lighting design and installation. Then, roll up your sleeves as we guide you through real-life, hands-on training, installing multiple types of outdoor lighting on an actual residential property. By the end, you’ll be equipped with the confidence and know-how to offer this profitable service to your clients.
After all your hard work, enjoy a well-deserved lunch!

Topics covered include:

Understanding and sizing the transformer
Understanding and sizing the wire
Calculations used to determine voltage drop
Selecting the right fixture for the application
Proper connection methods and best practices
Selling techniques
System troubleshooting

We will be installing:

Deck Lighting
Wall Lighting
Step Lighting
Path Lighting
Up-Lighting

Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your expertise and grow your business!

This event will be held at a private residence in Windham, Maine — address will be provided upon registration.

Nicolock and NPS Contractor Event with Cowboy Cauldron Demo
2024-08-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Genest Concrete (Sanford), 36 Wilson Street, Sanford, ME, 04073, United States
Join us for an exclusive event at Genest and unlock endless possibilities for your outdoor space!

Meet and greet with a Nicolock and NPS Outdoor Living dealer representative and dive into a world of stunning paving and wall stone options. Explore physical samples and learn about the vast selection of colors and styles that are stocked or available for special order through Genest. From rustic charm to contemporary elegance, find the perfect look to complement your style.

Experience the sizzle of the Cowboy Cauldron! Join us for lunch cooked on this unique fire pit, which doubles as a grill and cooking vessel. Discover more products from NPS Outdoor Living to enhance your patio experience, including gas insert kits and smoke-less fire pit inserts to fit the Genest and StoneFire CORE fire pits sold in our stores.

Calling all contractors! Explore opportunities to expand your product offerings. See color swatches, comparison charts, and other helpful tools. Homeowners, envision your dream patio, outdoor kitchen, or cozy fire pit area with our physical product samples.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your outdoor living experience! Join us at Genest and bring your vision to life.

Nicolock and NPS Contractor Event with Cowboy Cauldron Cooking Demo
2024-08-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Genest Concrete (Biddeford), 544 Elm Street, Biddeford, 04005, United States

Nicolock and NPS Contractor Event with Cowboy Cauldron Cooking Demo
2024-08-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Genest Concrete (Windham), 45 Enterprise Drive, Windham, 04062, United States

Product Showcase at Sam White & Sons
2024-08-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Sam White & Sons, 16 West Mill Street, Medfield, MA, 02052, United States
Join us for a product showcase featuring Genest paving stones, Anchor Diamond landscaping wall systems, and Comfort Block masonry building systems. Participate in a hands-on demo to try out the Comfort Block system. Refreshments provided by Genest!

Customer Appreciation Event at Harken's Landscape Supply
2024-08-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Harken’s Landscape Supply, 287 S Main St, East Windsor, CT, 06088, United States
Join us at Harken’s Landscape Supply for a special Customer Appreciation event! Stop by our table at lunchtime for free pizza and drinks.
Visit us anytime between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM to:

Meet your Genest dealer representative
See product samples
Learn more about our Maine-made paving & wall stones
Discover our Comfort Block building system
Explore our low-carbon concrete formula, G-mix!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Product Showcase at East Coast Lumber
2024-08-20 07:00 - 09:00 | East Coast Lumber, 4 Colonial Drive, East Hampstead, NH, 03826, United States
Join us at East Coast Lumber in East Hampstead, NH for a product showcase featuring Genest paving stones and landscaping wall systems as well as our Comfort Block building system.

Product Showcase at Camosse Masonry Supply
2024-08-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Camosse Masonry Supply (Charlton), 23 Trolley Crossing Rd, Charlton, MA, 01507
Join us at Camosse Masonry Supply for a joint product showcase featuring Genest and Techniseal. Meet our dealer representative and watch a live demo of Techniseal joint sand products on the Genest paver display. Food will be provided and the demonstration will be from 9AM-11AM.

Product Showcase at Camosse Masonry Supply
2024-08-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Camosse Masonry Supply (Worcester), 64 SW Cutoff, Worcester, MA, 01604, United States
Join us at Camosse Masonry Supply’s Worcester location for a product showcase featuring Genest paving stones as well as our Comfort Block building system. Meet our paving & wall stone dealer representative and participate in a hands-on learning session led by our Comfort Block installation specialist. Food will be provided!

Customer Appreciation Event at DiLisio Bros Landscape & Masonry Supply
2024-08-08 09:00 - 14:00 | DiLisio Bros Landscape & Masonry Supply, LLC, 8 Broadway, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Join us at DiLisio Bros Landscape & Masonry Supply for a special Customer Appreciation event! Stop by our table at lunchtime for free food (while supplies last).
Visit us anytime between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM to:

Meet your Genest dealer representative
See product samples
Learn more about our Maine-Made Paving & Wall Stones
Discover our Comfort Block Building System
Explore our low-carbon concrete formula, G-mix!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Porcelain Paver Installation Info & Training Session
2024-07-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Genest Concrete (Biddeford), 544 Elm Street, Biddeford, 04005, United States
Join us at Genest Concrete for an exclusive contractor training event led by MSI’s expert product specialist. This comprehensive session will focus on Arterra Premium Porcelain Pavers, covering essential knowledge and practical skills for successful installation and maintenance.
What You’ll Learn:

Discover the exceptional benefits of Arterra Premium Porcelain Pavers and the numerous advantages they offer for you and your clients.
Learn how to install Arterra Premium Porcelain Pavers using a variety of installation methods, including sandset, mortar, and pedestal installation.
Learn the do’s and don’ts of porcelain paver installation including proper compaction, leveling, spacing, joint filling, and more.
Get expert insight into the recommended and required tools for porcelain paver installation.
Understand the long-term maintenance requirements of porcelain pavers including cleaning and snow removal.
Explore the similarities and differences between porcelain pavers and concrete pavers, helping you make informed decisions for your projects.

Why Attend?

Expand Your Skills: Enhance your skill set with new techniques and knowledge, making you a more versatile contractor.
Increase Offerings: Offer your customers a wider range of high-quality materials with Arterra’s diverse styles and finishes.
Boost Confidence: Learn to install porcelain pavers confidently, ensuring your projects meet the highest standards of quality and durability.

Register Now:
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise and expand your business offerings. Register today to secure your spot at this informative and engaging training event.

Porcelain Paver Installation Info & Training Session
2024-07-23 09:30 - 10:30 | Genest Concrete (Windham), 45 Enterprise Drive, Windham, 04062, United States

Porcelain Paver Installation Info & Training Session
2024-07-22 13:30 - 14:30 | Genest Concrete (Sanford), 36 Wilson Street, Sanford, ME, 04073, United States

Fill-Up Fridays at Hudson Quarry
2024-07-19 11:00 - 14:00 | Hudson Quarry Allenstown, 78 Turnpike Street, Allenstown, NH, 03275, United States
Stock up on product for the week ahead and join us for lunch at Hudson Quarry’s Fill-Up Fridays event! Meet our dealer rep and learn more about Genest’s paving stones and wall systems, made in Maine with G-mix low carbon concrete!

Alliance Gator Contractor Meet & Greet
2024-07-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Genest Concrete (Biddeford), 544 Elm Street, Biddeford, 04005, United States
Join us for a Meet & Greet event hosted by Alliance Gator, a leader in polymeric sands, geogrids, edging, and more. A dealer representative from Alliance will be here to answer questions, give live demonstrations, and share G2 polymeric sand installation tips, including:
– What are the benefits of G2?
– Why must you compact?
– What is the proper joint height?
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain some expert insight into one of the most popular polymeric sands on the market, plus other customer favorites like Xtreme Edge and Gator Base!

Alliance Gator Contractor Meet & Greet
2024-07-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Genest Concrete (Windham), 45 Enterprise Drive, Windham, 04062, United States

Alliance Gator Contractor Meet & Greet
2024-07-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Genest Concrete (Sanford), 36 Wilson Street, Sanford, ME, 04073, United States

Vendor Day Event at Skehan Home Center
2024-06-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Skehan Home Center, 50 NH-25, Center Ossipee, NH, 03814, United States
Skehan Home Center, a family run full service lumber yard and hardware store, is hosting a Vendor Day on May 28th. Stop by for a cook-out and visit with us along with a variety of other industry vendors!

Interactive Masonry Training Day
2024-06-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Genest Concrete (Windham), 45 Enterprise Drive, Windham, 04062, United States
Join us for hands-on masonry training at Genest in Windham!
Featuring:

Live demonstrations by Comfort Block, Ardex, and Thompson Stone
Learn to build landscaping walls and features with the Comfort Block wall system
Learn how to veneer a Comfort Block wall using Thompson Thin Stone Veneer and Ardex mortar products
Lunch provided!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to acquire new skills, learn from industry experts, and expand your professional network.

Xtreme Gravel Lock Demo and Learning Session with SHS Distributors
2024-06-12 08:00 - 11:00 | Genest Concrete (Sanford), 36 Wilson Street, Sanford, ME, 04073, United States
The PHNA Xtreme Gravel Lock is a 2-component epoxy to be mixed with any clean aggregate to provide solutions for pathways, wide paver joints, tree pits, and more.
– Highly water-permeable
– Suitable for extra-wide joints
– Can be designed to accommodate up to light vehicular traffic loads
– Pressure washer friendly
– High UV resistance
– Very high resistance to yellowing
– Suitable for clean aggregates 1/16″ to 1″ in diameter
– Suitable for glass chippings
– Suitable for damp aggregates
Join us for a live demonstration and learning session with an expert from SHS Distributors and learn how you can create a firm yet permeable walking surface with the look of gravel (or just about any aggregate)! The possibilities are endless!
Demo takes place at 9:00 a.m.
A representative of SHS Distributors will be available from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. to answer questions!

Xtreme Gravel Lock Demo and Learning Session with SHS Distributors
2024-06-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Genest Concrete (Biddeford), 544 Elm Street, Biddeford, 04005, United States
The PHNA Xtreme Gravel Lock is a 2-component epoxy to be mixed with any clean aggregate to provide solutions for pathways, wide paver joints, tree pits, and more.
– Highly water-permeable
– Suitable for extra-wide joints
– Can be designed to accommodate up to light vehicular traffic loads
– Pressure washer friendly
– High UV resistance
– Very high resistance to yellowing
– Suitable for clean aggregates 1/16″ to 1″ in diameter
– Suitable for glass chippings
– Suitable for damp aggregates
Join us for a live demonstration and learning session with an expert from SHS Distributors and learn how you can create a firm yet permeable walking surface with the look of gravel (or just about any aggregate)! The possibilities are endless!
Demo takes place at 1:00 p.m.
A representative of SHS Distributors will be available from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to answer questions!

Xtreme Gravel Lock Demo and Learning Session with SHS Distributors
2024-06-11 08:00 - 11:00 | Genest Concrete (Windham), 45 Enterprise Drive, Windham, 04062, United States

Genest Customer Appreciation Event at Harken's Landscape Supply
2024-06-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Harken’s Landscape Supply, 287 S Main St, East Windsor, CT, 06088, United States
Meet your Genest dealer representative, see product samples, and learn more about G-mix low-carbon concrete formula!

SRW Products Customer Appreciation Event
2024-06-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Genest Concrete (Biddeford), 544 Elm Street, Biddeford, 04005, United States
Join us for a customer appreciation event hosted by SRW Products, a leader in hardscape solutions with over 100 products across 11 different categories. Meet SRW’s knowledgeable sales rep, enjoy a slice of pizza and a cold drink, and learn more about best-selling products like Pavermate Z3™ polymeric sand and Vertical Instant Lock™ adhesive. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or a DIY enthusiast, this event is your chance to explore SRW’s extensive range of hardscape products, get expert advice, and discover the perfect solutions for your projects!

SRW Products Customer Appreciation Event
2024-06-05 11:00 - 14:00 | Genest Concrete (Windham), 45 Enterprise Drive, Windham, 04062, United States

Large-Format Pavers Demo Day with Rinox & Pave Tool Innovators!
2024-05-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Genest Concrete (Windham), 45 Enterprise Drive, Windham, 04062, United States
Join Rinox and Pave Tool Innovators for an exclusive Live Demo Day where cutting-edge technology meets the latest hardscaping trends!
🔹 Explore: Experience firsthand the power of large-format paving stones with Rinox, showcasing the biggest hardscaping trend of 2024! See how you can make a bold statement and unlock new design possibilities with the stunning Proma series of extra-large format paving stones, available at Genest in three colossal formats.
🔹 Discover: Pave Tool Innovators will be on-site to demonstrate revolutionary solutions for lifting and moving large slabs, utilizing both suction and clamps. From backpack vacuum options to high-flow vacuum choices and an array of machine and hand clamps for pavers and slabs, we’ve got you covered!
🔹 Engage: Meet with industry-leading representatives and dive deeper into the world of hardscaping. Gain valuable insights, tips, and tricks to elevate your projects to new heights of safety and efficiency.
🔹 Enjoy Exclusive Savings: Contractors save 10% on Rinox and Pave Tool products purchased at Genest the day of the event! (Limitations apply.)

This event presents an invaluable opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving landscape of hardscaping. Don’t miss out on this season’s biggest trend while prioritizing safety and efficiency for you and your team.
Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of innovation, inspiration, and exploration in the world of hardscaping! See you there!
