Common Color Hardener Mistakes

[@theartofconcrete]

Great video guys. Here in Canada colour hardened concrete is the only stamp finish that will hold up to the extreme elements we have. 30 degree temp Flux. -40 to +35

[@Hotdogman351]

Nice..watching from the Philippines ✌️

[@ma-fw2gw]

is there a video that explains and shows exact moment for applying color hardener

[@DecoCreteTV]

Thanks for the comment! The exact moment when the color hardener gets applied can verry a bit from job to job, but the easy answer would be to start throwing the hardener as soon as you can. On most jobs, someone needs to be applying the hardener while the rest of crew pours the slab. I'll leave a link to another video that goes over the entire process. Thanks for watching Deco-Crete TV!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnPFoHZ8Zd2VgNU

[@tecumsehperank4366]

Would you recommend a delay added?

[@DecoCreteTV]

Thanks for the comment! Adding delays halfway though the pour is good idea, especially on warm sunny days. Thanks for watching!!

[@civilengineering4free106]

wonderful video. am preparing a paper on stamped concrete , can you please explain what are the chemical composition of color hardeners and release agent. thanks

[@DecoCreteTV]

You can view the tech sheets for these products on our website here: www.deco-cretesupply.com/products/deco-crete-color-hardeners/deco-crete-color-hardeners www.deco-cretesupply.com/products/deco-crete-antique-release/deco-crete-antique-release

[@frankekene5312]

Is this Colour hardener good for African weather? If yes, how can I get it in Nigeria

[@joeshaffer2506]

See ya at the show

[@georgiosladas3106]

Can you put this on very old cement floor if you wet it first? How long does the colour hardener will last on the floor?

[@DecoCreteTV]

Thanks for the comment!!! Color hardener is only for freshly poured concrete. You have to work it into the surface before the concrete has set-up. If used properly, it will last for the entire life of the concrete slab. If you're looking to resurface an old slab or floor, the best thing would a concrete overlay. We have a few different options to chose from, I'll leave a link to the overlay page on our website and the Concrete Overlay playlist on our KZbin channel. Thanks for watching Deco-Crete TV and please let us know if have any other questions. kzbin.info/aero/PLgaJ0iW5t2kqopDHsCmyLVCGiBrjOXf81 www.deco-cretesupply.com/products/overlay-repair-products/overlay-mixes

[@jeffreymelton2200]

How firm must the concrete be would you say (by pressing with your fingers) before you begin stamping it? Also, how soon after concrete is placed, rodded off, and bull floated before you apply color hardner? Also also can you do this in temperatures in the 50's and if so, how does that change the method? Please answer. No one will give me answers

[@DecoCreteTV]

If you are pouring at a 4" slump you can throw it right after you bull float. Cold temps shouldn't affect this.

[@jaeezzy1]

Hi, is there a way to fix the color hardner mistakes. I think i didn't put enough or something and there are patches where the concrete's original color seems to be showing :(

[@DecoCreteTV]

Thanks for the comment!!!! The best way to fix this is with Revival. It'll completely recolor the slab. Here's a link to the page on our website. Thanks for watching Deco-Crete TV!!!! www.deco-cretesupply.com/products/deco-crete-revival-sealers-coatings-stains/deco-crete-revival

[@timmorgan2627]

Hey. Do you use a light gray release with a beige hardner?

[@DecoCreteTV]

Light gray is fine on light beige colors. A good rule to follow is that you always want your release color to be darker than your base color. Thanks for watching!

[@biblebasics100]

Hi, thanks for the upload I learned some stuff from your tips on the color broadcasting. I wanted to ask you if I can brush finish the concrete using the color instead of using the pattern molds. I have a job to do and they want it brush finished with the concrete looking a mid grey color. My question is will it work on brush finish? Thanks again..Chris

[@DecoCreteTV]

Yes you can! Make sure you are on your A game because timing is everything.

[@biblebasics100]

@@DecoCreteTV Thanks for your reply👍

[@hercules71185]

Any tips on how to repair small cracks within a colored concrete that's had color hardener

[@DecoCreteTV]

Also, this technique shows you how to make a color hardener patch material kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGiqeoisrdJjrLM

[@glenjowers3967]

What mix do you use in regards of weather? Summer/ winter.. I'm from the uk in regards of agragate, fibres, ect be great for some advice

[@DecoCreteTV]

The most common adjustment we use is a mid range water reducer. Thanks for watching!

[@glenjowers3967]

@@DecoCreteTV hey I'm finding when I get my load the concrete is spot on to screed, 100 slump, soon as I cast the colour there is no bleed water to mag the colour in, I find that I'm chasing I've never experienced this what could be the cause, would appreciate the feedback

[@robertfernandez3512]

What color of color hardener did you use for the bigger part of this job?

[@DecoCreteTV]

BuckSkin Color Hardener: www.deco-cretesupply.com/products/deco-crete-color-hardeners/deco-crete-color-hardeners

[@johnwarren4338]

what are the forms?

[@coachdee5162]

Can I use mortar type s to skimcoat thin foam boards ? Like a doing stucco but I don't wanna wait to buy actual stucco any help will be greatly appreciated .. Mortar type s alone or should I mix it with Portland or thinset etc

[@landonmorel3715]

how do you get the color out to a spot you can’t reach, let’s say you have a 25’ span, how do you get it out that far?

[@DecoCreteTV]

Someone with experience can throw color hardener 15-20ft max. If it's further than that, you would need to break it into 2 pours, or consider getting a color spreader. www.colorspreader.com/

[@landonmorel3715]

@@DecoCreteTV so if you are pouring a 1,000sq/ft patio that is stamped you say break it up into two pours?

[@DecoCreteTV]

We recommend that in most cases anything 1000sq/ft and over to do two pours. However, with a large enough crew and the right circumstance you could do it all in one pour, but that would be a rare situation.

[@alatorreconcrete8910]

Just order the concrete with color mixed in it. I done hardener before and I hated it. Mess and working harder.

[@DecoCreteTV]

Advantages far outweigh the disadvantages. The surface of color hardener stamped concrete is nearly twice as hard as integral. Also, color hardener makes patching and color matching super easy in the event of mistakes or multiple pours. There is a reason it works so well!

[@a-visible.change.6718]

@@DecoCreteTV Can you explain what you mean on why it's better then just ordering your concrete a brown base color already to start with ? vs casting the color on top after watching your video now iam not sure if I wanna order the concrete plain or color base in it for my 14 by 24 stamped slab. Any shared info would be greatly appreciated thanking for posting this video.

[@alexchimba7]

It's how much in Lusaka Zambia

[@ChinonsoMicheal-eo6ee]

Why do the addner peals off after some month

[@DecoCreteTV]

Thanks for the comment! If the color hardener is peeling off, then something must have gone wrong during the installation. It would usually come from not working it into the surface properly. Maybe from applying too much at a time, not working it in soon enough, or maybe the concrete was already too hard before the hardener was applied. If done properly, the hardener should not peel up. I'll leave a link to our full how-to video on color hardener below. Thanks for watching Deco-Crete TV!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnPFoHZ8Zd2VgNU

[@GRUBB-MUDD]

It's not the best product if it's windy or really sunny! Variables

[@david_gloria4_pb]

When can you water the color cement?

[@hercules71185]

Depends on weather and calcium

[@senengeteryila7045]

Hello

[@DecoCreteTV]

Hey

[@danno8852]

If all color hardener consists of it silica , Portland and pigment, can I apply straight Portland and silica sand mixture to my freshly floated concrete to density surface? Pretty much color hardener without the color?

[@andyhuang373]

However the color is also an important part of floor hardener,it can strengthen the basic concrete in a way,and protect the concrete for a long term use,if you want to remain an original color,than you can add iron oxide black and titanium dioxide(white color) to keep have a cement like color.Hope this can help you.

[@quieropoder]

It’s a great method worth learning but I’m a licensed and responsible contractor, I don’t see face masks,gloves,knee pads, safety is always cool. Great job

[@johnlambe2912]

Saved me making the same comment.

[@shriaingnama]

Anthony Fauci thirds the motion .

[@samfranzese8507]

or you can mix your color right into the truck and not deal with this crap lol.

[@shriaingnama]

yes, and color the entire giant load of concrete. either it will take more color or the color will be seen less. YOU MAKE THE CALL !

[@adr2151]

This is a horrible way to stamp. It's why they get so much splitting on the surface....

[@bman6502]

Why are these guys using their hands??? Use a brush and dust it on.. much more uniform finish.. it also looks like they are putting too much on… if you have it to thick, you’ll get uneven stamping..

[@thisisdafunk]

Thank you for the advice. Let me repay you in kind...Dude all of you guys need to save your lungs!!! ALWAYS WEAR A MASK AROUND DUST, you don't want that stuff sticking around inside you and turning into lung cancer later in life! SAFETY FIRST!

[@DecoCreteTV]

Thanks for the advise!!