Color hardeners for stamped concrete - Stonecem®

Stonecem® is our exclusive line of concrete color hardeners for interior and exterior use. High performance decorative mortars designed for the application of stamped concrete and vertical stamped concrete.

Products that provide textured finishes in the renovation not only of stamped concrete, but also on other materials such as natural stone and concrete. Color hardeners that guarantee high quality finishes, durability and easy maintenance.

They have a matte finish and a non-slip texture on pavements and façades where they are used as a decorative element. Thanks to their high resistance and hardness, these hardeners are ideal for pavements, bicycle and pedestrian lanes, car parks, sports areas, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, communal areas such as swimming pools, etc.

Concrete color hardeners that cannot be applied on surfaces previously painted with other systems such as plastic paints, epoxies, polyurethanes or varnishes. In the case of wanting to do so, the previous coating would have to be completely removed.

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Stonecem® Floor concrete color hardener

Stonecem® Floor is a concrete color hardener based on selected aggregates, portland cement and high performance additives. It is a very versatile product as it has a double function of use. On the one hand, it forms a decorative mortar for renovating stamped concrete coverings. On the other hand, it can be used as a hardener or wearing course in newly created stamped paving.

A color hardener that is highly breathable, fireproof and gives a non-slip finish to the floor or wall. Thanks to its resistance to weathering and UV radiation, it is suitable for outdoor use. It is suitable for areas with heavy traffic, both vehicular and pedestrian. It can also be applied on bicycle and pedestrian lanes, terraces, sports areas, car parks, hospitals or parks, among many other places.

A hardener with a mineral finish that is applied directly onto fresh concrete and is available in up to 24 colours. It also has excellent resistance to abrasion and is mouldable in more than 100 different finishes and textures thanks to our IMACEM® moulds.

Download the Stonecem® Floor technical sheet here

Technical characteristics of Stonecem® Floor concrete color hardener

Density aparente

1,8 ± 0,2 g/cm³

Slip resistance

Abrasion resistance (UNE EN 12808-2)

24h

Curing Total

7 days

Consumption

The approximate yield of Stonecem® Floor color hardener is between 4 - 6 Kg/m².

Packaging

Stonecem® Floor concrete color hardener is packaged in 25 kg containers.

How to apply Stonecem® Floor® concrete color hardener

1. Sprinkle the Stonecem® Floor color hardener (from 4 kg/m² for dark colours up to 6 kg/m² for light colours), once the exudation water has completely evaporated from the concrete.

2. Apply 2/3 of the specified quantity of the product and trowel it into the concrete floor or wall.

3. Pour the rest of the concrete color hardener and trowel again until the desired finish is achieved.

4. Smooth the surface with a steel trowel until there are no porosities. Then go over the surface with a steel trowel to ensure that there are no chippings.

5. When the hardener has set, check that the surface is firm but not hard and, above all, that it is free of water.

6. Next, apply our stamped concrete release agent Desmocem® Powder or Desmocem® Liquid (see proportions in the technical data sheet). We recommend using the former, except on sloping surfaces or indoor areas.

7. When the release agent has been applied, stamp the stamped paving or vertical stamped concrete with IMACEM® moulds. In the case of using liquid release agent, the moulds must be completely clean and previously impregnated.

8. The placement of the stamped concrete mould must be consecutive and follow the continuity of the pieces. Afterwards, the mould must be pressed down.

9. After at least 48 hours, remove the chosen stamped concrete release agent and clean the surface accordingly (see data sheet).

10. Once the surface is completely dry, protect the surface with two coats of one of our Sealcem® stamped concrete varnishes. Allow to dry and harden for 3 days before use.

Precautions for Stonecem® Floor concrete color hardener

Printed mortar in powder form. Close the lid quickly after each use.

In case of contact with eyes, flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Do not use solvents or thinners. Good ventilation must be ensured.

For the application of the Stonecem® Floor color hardene, there are a number of materials that must be available: FFP2 or FFP3 dust mask, protective goggles and rubber gloves.

Where to use Stonecem® Floor® concrete color hardener

Stonecem® Floor is aconcrete color hardener designed primarily as a hardener or wearing course for stamped floorings. It is a product that is already pigmented and is used in the traditional pigmentation system of stamped concrete. It not only gives colour to the new coating, but also considerably increases its durability while providing a valuable anti-slip finish.

In this respect, the most recommended uses of this product include:

Areas and zones exposed to high traffic, both vehicular and pedestrian.

Perfect complement for pavements, walkways, bicycle lanes, pedestrian lanes, swimming pools, car parks, terraces, campsites, housing estates, shopping centres, hospitals, parks, courtyards, etc.