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Color Hardener

Description: A premix, dry shake, colored concrete hardener. Used for coloring and hardening freshly placed concrete flatwork to produce an aesthetically pleasing pavement with a surface that is substantially harder and more wear resistant than regular concrete. This coloring method can be utilized for concrete flatwork applications (salt finishes, broom finishes, rotary finishes, etc.) Extensive quality control measures insure uniformity of color and virtually eliminate color drifts. It is a blend of specially selected and gradated hard aggregates, architectural cements, plasticizers and synthetic oxide pigments, produces a brilliant, streak-free, non fading, wear resistant surface.

Application: Color Hardener should not be mixed with other chemicals or altered in any way. Basic application is as follows:

Estimate material and equipment needs before work begins.

After concrete has been placed and screeded with a straight edge, a nonmetallic bullfloat should be used to "open" the concrete surface. A metal float may prematurely seal the concrete surface.

Allow initial "bleed" water to surface and evaporate before applying the color hardener.

Float the concrete slab open, keeping float blades flat to prevent "blistering." Evenly distribute ⅔ of the color hardener to the prescribed area.

Allow enough time for the color hardener to absorb moisture from the concrete. Proper absorption will be evident by an evenly dark color.

Work the color hardener into the concrete slab surface in a consistent manner with a nonmetallic float. Do not add water to the concrete surface.

Evenly distribute the remaining color hardener to the prescribed area. Allow enough time for the hardener to absorb moisture from the concrete.

Work the remaining hardener into the concrete slab surface in a consistent manner with a nonmetallic float. Do not add water to the concrete surface.

If no pattern is required, begin finishing as soon as possible. The concrete should have no sheen and no water at the surface.

If a pattern is required, evenly distribute color release to the prescribed area. Use stamping tools in a consistent manner with even pressure to create the pattern in the concrete surface.

Coverage: Coverage requirements vary according to intended use and color. Minimum coverage is one 60 lb. pail/100 ft².
Dark and Medium Colors:
   60–80 lbs./100 ft² minimum
Medium and Light Colors:
   70–90 lbs./100 ft² minimum
Light Colors and White:
   80–120 lbs./100 ft² minimum

 
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Color Release Powder

Description: A dry blend of chemical powders and color pigments designed for use in the imprinting process to allow the clean release of texturing tools from the concrete surface. It also adds color variation to the textured surface, providing an attractive two-color look that is part of most stamped concrete installations. It provides excellent release for texturing tools. Color variation for textured concrete surfaces.

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Integral Color

Description: High quality pure synthetic iron oxide pigments for use in coloring ready mixed and precast concrete. They contain no admixtures and are manufactured with the strictest quality control standards. They are fade resistant and economical. Colors are packaged in 1, 5, and 25 lb. disintegrating bags for exact yd³ meter dosing. Available in 25 standard colors. Custom colors are available on request. Resistant to UV light (except 8084 carbon black). Can be utilized for colored concrete flatwork applications, vertical concrete and precast concrete units.

No.	Color Reference	Color Chip
D 100	Utility Red	-
D 160	Brick Red
D 1117	Tile Red
D 1395	Plum & Granite Red	-
D 5084	Spanish Gold
D 5237	San Diego Buff
D 5447	Mesa Bluff
D 5844	Western Gold	-
D 641	Flagstone Brown
D 677	Kahlua
D 6804	Cliffside Brown	-
D 61078	Adobe
D 8084	Carbon Black	-
D 860	Black	-
D 10134	Terra Cotta
D 3685	Green Slate
D 5376	Willow Green
D 6058	Rustic Brown
D 6059	Dark Brown	-
D 6130	Cocoa
Size
Available in 1 lbs., 5 lbs., and 25 lb. mix ready bags.

Application: For integrally colored concrete and in highly visible concrete slab work such as driveways, patios, walkways ,cart paths, curbings or athletic courts. Also used in freeway sound barriers, tilt-up building walls, precast applications, poured-in-place concrete structures, masonry and roofing products where a lightfast, weather resistant color result is necessary.

Applicable Standards: Meet or exceed ASTM C-979 standards when used at recommended dosages.

Dosage: ½–8 lbs./100 wt. cement. Consult color chart for rate.

Ready Mix Batching: The drum must be cleaned and approximately ⅔ of the mix water and ½ of the aggregates needed should be added to the drum. The proper combination of disintegrating bags or pre-weighed bulk should be added to the drum and allowed to mix at charging speed for 2–3 min or until bags break apart and pigment is distributed evenly. The ends of the value pack bags should be cut off before putting in the concrete truck or mixer. Add the balance of the ingredients (water, cement, aggregates and admixtures) and mix at charging speed for 8–10 min.

Premix Batching: After ½ the total batch has been added to the ready mix drum, the proper combination of disintegrating bags or pre-weighed bulk should be added. Add the remainder of the batch to the drum and agitate at charging speed until completely dispersed throughout the mix, about 8–10 min.

Fiber Reinforced Concrete: Fibers should be added after pigments have dispersed. Consistency of color of the cement, aggregates, slump, fi nishing techniques and curing methods are critical in achieving uniformity of color. A 4–5" slump is recommended. Required higher slumps should be using water reducing or plasticizing admixtures and not by adding water because this will adversely affect the color. The use of an approved cure is recommended for curing most new colored architectural concrete flatwork.

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Liquid Release

Description: A parting agent used to keep stamping mats from sticking to concrete. It forms a barrier separating the mat from the concrete surface. It prolongs the life of almost any urethane stamping mat by decreasing the friction and wear between the mat and concrete surface.

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Miracote Protective Coating 

Description: Miracote Protective Coating (MPC) is a multi-use cementitious architectural topping designed to give the effect of color hardened concrete. It is a 2-component product that consists of a unique proprietary rubber-like polymer liquid which is mixed at the time of application with a proprietary cement-aggregate blend. The resulting combination, when applied by brush, trowel, squeegee, roller or spray, produces a tough, water-retardant coating with many desirable properties. Although extremely flexible, the material is notably abrasion resistant. It may be used for both interior or exterior use in the widest range of climates. It restricts water penetration and salt attack. It is available in natural gray and white; however, it may be integrally pigmented in a wide range of additional colors. It may also be antiqued or chemical stained. The texture and coloration options are almost unlimited.

Application: General concrete restoration and beautification of: stadium bleachers and food concession areas; parking structures and automobile traffic surfacing; plaza and sidewalk resurfacing after repair; designer retail flooring; entertainment environments requiring themed flooring; and restaurants, bars, casinos, etc.

Specifications:
Application Life: 15 min
Recoat Time: 1–4 hrs
Open to Traffic: 12–24 hrs
Compressive Strength
(ASTM C-109): 2,400 psi
Tensile Strength
(ASTM C-190): 450 psi
Impact Resistance
(Mil-D-3134): Complies

Coverage: 2 bags of MPC regular powder mixed with 5 gal. liquid admixture will cover approximately 225–250 ft²/coat @ 1/16" (2 coats recommended).

Liquid Black

Description: ComoBlack is an integral coloring agent for concrete made from carbon black. Supplied in liquid form, it may be added to portland cement mixes to darken concrete or mortar. A wide range of shades from light grey to black are obtainable.

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Mirastain II 

Description: Designed to color surfaces of many poured-in-place construction materials. It is a combination of high-grade pigment dispersion, co-polymer, in a water-based carrier concentrate solution specifically formulated to penetrate concrete, masonry, and polymeric cementitious surfaces to provide color tinting or staining of the surface. It may be pigmented from 1/2 - 8%. colorant by volume depending on desired look and concentration of the colorant. Designed to accept water based acrylic and acyrlic in solvent sealers. Standard in a clear tint base. 

Specifications:

Drying Time: Estimate minimum 4-6 hours before Sealer application.

Coverage: Application rate varies depending on application technique, desired antique effect and substrate; 200-400 sq ft per gal.

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Acid Stain

Description: A single component coloring solution of acidic metallic ion particles (acid stain), which reacts with minerals that exist in newly cured or existing concrete, penetrating the very top layer of the concrete surface with color that will not chip, crack or peel. The resulting effect creates a colored translucent, variegated and sometimes marbleized effect.
Considerable variations of color and tone normally result from the application of Acid Stain. Acid Stain may give you a unique look and visual character that cannot be achieved using conventional polymer or pigment type stains. This is due to the acid reacting individually with each substrate depending on its cement content, age, porosity and the manner in which hydration took place.

Existing, Older Concrete: Existing or old concrete must be completely clean and penetrable. Pressure wash or scrub to remove dirt. Sandblast concrete that has been preciously coated with liquid curing materials, paints, and coatings. If the chemical stain does not react on dense, hard-troweled floors, open the surface by light sandblasting or terrazzo grinding. After rinsing and drying, inspect and test the surface for penetrability.

Manual Application for Small Areas:
Use a professional grade acid resistant brush, with uncolored nylon bristles of medium stiffness that has the ability to hold liquids. Transfer the stain solution to the surface and immediately scrub in with a brush. Note: Do not use push brooms, mops or rotary floor machines for applying stains. Containers used for transferring material must be acid resistant none leaking, such as plastic pails (do not use metal container).

Scrub the stain solution into the surface using a circular figure eight motion keeping the brush in contact with the concrete and in continuous motion. Gradually spread the solution until all fizzing-action ceases. Brush solution back over the section just treated.

Neutralize: After the final application has remained on the surface for a minimum of four hours, remove all residue by wet scrubbing with a detergent, then rinse until the water is completely clean. Neutralize surface with a diluted solution of 1 pint ammonia to 5 gallons clean water - followed by a thorough rinsing with clean water. Caution: Check the pH of the surface using a litmus strip or pH pencil. It should be in the range of 10-13 pH.

Coverage: 200-400 ft²/gal/per application. Color and coverage will vary depending on porosity, texture, and age of concrete. Minimum 2 applications are normally required. 1 application may reach desired finish.

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Mirastamp 

Description: Mirastamp is a multi-use thin section, poured in place, cementitious architectural decorative topping designed to give the appearance of textured stamped concrete. A multi-component product, Mirastamp consists of a uniqueproprietary rubber-like liquid, which is mixed at the time of application with a proprietary cement-aggregate with a proprietary liquid polymer blended primer.

Mirastamp powder is white in color, however, it is available in our standard colors when integrally pigmented with our ColorPax-LIP liquid pigments pack. Mirastamp may also be antiqued or chemically stained, the texture and coloration options for Mirastamp are almost unlimited.

Application: Produces a wide range of architectural paving finishes, such as random stone, ashler slate, European fan, cobble stone, and seamless texturing surfaces like roman slate, sand stone and rough stone. Many existing available stamps may be used with little or no modification from traditional stamping techniques. ST-200 Stamp-Overlay may be used anywhere conventional floor coverings such as tile; marble, carpet and slate are used horizontally over concrete.

Specifications:
Application Life: 5 min

Set Time:
Initial cure     24 hrs
Final cure      3 days

Compressive Strength
(ASTM C-109): 4,200 psi

Flexural Strength
(ASTM C-580): 2,415 psi

Thermal Shock
(ASTM D-1211): Good

Water Absorption: 3.41%

Coverage: 1 gal. Mirastamp Liquid mixed with 1 bag Mirastamp Powder yields approximately 18 ft² at a ¼" thickness.

Mirastamp Primer: Prime concrete with concentrated Mirastamp admix. Covers approximately 200 ft².