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Concrete Mix Checklist

• Minimum five sacks of cement per cubic yard

• Coarse aggregate not to exceed 3/8”

• Aggregate must be non-reactive

• Minimum practicable amount of water should

be used

• Slump not to exceed 4”

• No high-range water reducing admixtures

COLORING CONCRETE

Bon Tool Co. offers two options for coloring concrete:

• Integral Color: Bon’s Ironoxx

powder is added to

the ready mix truck. This combines t

he color with the

mix prior to the pour and the slab is colored through-

out, or;

• Broadcast Method: Bon True Color

Hardener

powder is applied to the freshly poured concrete

surface. Bon True Color

Hardener penetrates the

top 1/8” of the concrete slab.

Ironoxx

is available in 10 and 25 lb. disintegrating

bags. Generally, 1-2 lbs. per 96 lbs of cement

produces subtle colors; 2-4 lbs. yields medium sh

ades;

nd 5 or more lbs. per 96 lbs. of cement yields more

intense shades of color. (See Bon’s color chart for

approximate colors.) If using Bon Ironoxx

, float and

finish following normal finishing procedures.

PLANNING THE PROJECT

Decorative concrete is an attractive, economical

alternative to natural paving materials or plain poured

concrete. You can achieve many different looks and

with advance planning you should be able to get just

the right look for the project. The color of the concrete

and the texture should be chosen to complement the

natural surroundings and adjacent structures.

Special consideration s

hould be given to the orientation

of grout lines, particularly in repetitive patterns such run-

ning bond brick or cobblestone. Generally, the area

should be stamped so that long lines of the pattern run

perpendicular to the length of the project. This will help

reduce straight-line errors and provide a more pleasant

overall appearance. Typically texture runs in straight

lines (straight bond) even whe

n w

alks or drives are

curved.

Perform a trial run, placing mats in the area prior to the

pour. The crew should know ahead of time where the

first mat will be placed and in what direction stamping

will proceed. Also, be aware of areas where a stan-

dard mat won’t fit and plan accordingly.

PLACING CONCRETE

The concrete should be placed following normal

procedures with a sub-grade and concrete base that

eet t

he plan specifications and local requirements for

mix, depth and reinforcement.

A normal or retarded-set, water-reducing admixture can

be used, but admixtures must not contain Calcium

Chloride. Non-chloride accelerators and air-entraining

admixtures can be used. Refer to the admixture manu-

facturer for recommendations on the type and amount

of admixture to use. (Please note: Some admixtures

may

aff

ect color.) The concrete should be four inches

or greater in thickness. Other considerations should be

taken as outlined below.

Accessory Mat - A thin mat with no grout lines used to touch up the pattern.

Touch Up Joint Wheel, “S” Touch Up Tool or Detail Chisel - Tools used

to clean up grout lines in the concrete.

PRESSURE WASHING

After approximately 24 hours when the concrete has achieved initial set,

use a high-pressure washer (3000 psi) to remove excess Release Agent

from the surface of the concrete. Vary the distance of the

and to the

surface of the concrete so that the release is unevenly removed. Try to

spray so that some the release remains in the grout lines and deeper

indentations. This will result in a more natural, aged and shadowed

effect.

SEALING

When the slab is thoroughly dry, Bon’s BossGloss

or BossMatte

Clear Enhancer should be applied using a roller. One gallon covers

approximately 200 to 300 square feet.

light coat should be applied in one direction and a second coat should

be applied in a perpendicular direction in order to avoid unwanted lines.

Be careful to avoid a build up of sealer in the corners.

Allow surface to thoroughly dry and cure for 48 hours.

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

#01-115 Color Chart for True Color

Hardener and Release Agent

Please note: When using integral color, many factors will affect the final color, including

type and color of cement, aggregate, water, etc. It is always best to perform a test pour

to determine variance of color. This brochure provides general advice. Bon Tool Co.

assumes no responsibility for the application of this information nor guarantees results.

Some of the

Urethane Texture Mat Patterns

Available from Bon Tool Co.

Old Spanish

#12-699

Slate

#32-482

#32-483

#32-484

ranite Sets

#12-589

Random Stone

#12-598

#12-599

#12-794

Running Bond

#12-742

Ashlar Cut Stone

#12-595

#12-881

#12-882

Herringbone

Brick

#12-698

European Fan

Cobblestone

#12-596

London

Cobblestone

#12-597

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Texture Mat Instructions

INTRODUCTION TO TEXTURED CONCRETE VIDEO

• 16-minute video with basics on transforming ordinary concrete

into affordable decorative surfaces (No charge)

Part# Length Format

01-199-BN 15 mins. CD

4430 Gibsonia Rd. • Gibsonia, PA 15044 • USA • www.bontool.com

Summary of content (4 pages)

PAGE 1
Texture Mat Instructions PLANNING THE PROJECT Decorative concrete is an attractive, economical alternative to natural paving materials or plain poured concrete. You can achieve many different looks and with advance planning you should be able to get just the right look for the project. The color of the concrete and the texture should be chosen to complement the natural surroundings and adjacent structures.
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When using Bon’s True ColorTM Hardener, finish concrete following normal procedures using a Bon Tango Tamper, screed and wooden or magnesium float. The surface of the concrete must remain open. Do not steel trowel until after the final application of Color Hardener. Overall coverage requirements vary according to the color selected and the desired intensity. Generally 60 pounds per 100 square feet is sufficient, though lighter or pastel colors may require as much as 100 pounds per 100 square feet.
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color will dominate and approximately 20% of the Release Agent will adhere to the surface of the concrete. NOTE: • Release Agent settles during shipment. Before beginning, fluff the contents of the pail with your hand to break up clumps and provide a consistent airy feel throughout the pail. TEXTURING CONCRETE At the optimum time for texturing, great force is not necessary to press the mat into the concrete. Timing is critical so work should proceed without delay once texturing begins.
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Some of the Urethane Texture Mat Patterns Available from Bon Tool Co. Accessory Mat - A thin mat with no grout lines used to touch up the pattern. Touch Up Joint Wheel, “S” Touch Up Tool or Detail Chisel - Tools used to clean up grout lines in the concrete.