DESCRIPTION

DCF Dry Shake Color Hardener is a streak-free powdered cementitious material containing special hard aggregates and produced by a proprietary manufacturing and intergrinding process. Formulated to be easily incorporated into the surface of freshly placed concrete, DCF Dry Shake Color Hardener provides a highly effective and inexpensive way to add beauty, decor and lasting value to concrete flatwork.

Our color hardener products produce brighter, deeper and uniform color selections while providing excellent wear resistance. By incorporating added technologies into a fifty-year-old proven blend, we produce color hardeners that are consistent, high quality products. Our color hardeners are a proprietary blend of light fast, weather resistant, pure synthetic and natural iron-oxide pigments, cements, specialty quartz crystals, and surface conditioning agents.

BENEFITS

· Overall harder surface for increased wear ability in high traffic areas.

· Light fast and weather resistant maintains the beauty for years to come.

· Maximum resistance to the effects of UV rays keeping the color true.

· The high-density surface allows easy clean up and resistance to grease and oil penetration.

· Increased durability for resistance to freeze/thaw and scaling from deicing salts.

Normal concrete placement should be observed. The color hardener should be applied only after the bleed water has evaporated from the concrete substrate. Using the color hardener to dry the bleed water should be avoided, as it will reduce the structural integrity of the surface.

DCF Dry Shake Color Hardener should be hand-broadcast across the surface using the dry shake method. Normally two applications should be used; two-thirds for the first application and one-third for the second and final application. Most professionals agree that using a wooden bull-float allows better incorporation of the color hardener into the surface of the concrete as it leaves the concrete open until the final hand trowling. If possible, broadcast the second application of color hardener at a ninety degree angle to the first to increase uniformity in the color. After the final application the surface should be finished using normal finishing techniques. Avoid over troweling.

USES

· Concrete floors that are subject to heavy daily use.

· Areas where uniform color and designs are desired to enhance the appearance of con- crete flatwork.

· Suitable for indoors and outdoors.

· For freshly placed concrete surfaces such as: driveways, patios, entryways, sidewalks, swimming pool decks, steps, curbs, shop ping centers, motels, garages, parking garages, etc.

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