Concrete Countertops

Cast in place Pre – Cast Overlay

Pre – Cast method Cast off site Cure before transport Transport Install

Overlay Pre - Cast Cast in place Thin layers Versatility

Cast in place method Form in place Cure in place Color in place Seal in place

Coloring Methods/Products Integral Color Color Hardener Acid Stain Acrylic Stains Cementitious Coatings

Finishing methods Pre - Cast Hand trowel Overlays Polishing Texturing

Preparation Design & color choices Proper form work Proper sub base Proper reinforcement Masking & protection Design mix

Concrete should be a minimum of 6 sack mix Low water cement ratio Water reducing admixture may be used to increase slump 3/8” aggregate is recommended Plasticizers No air

Reinforcement 4 x 4 x 10 mesh # 3 re-bar Fiber mesh Re-entry corners

Re-entry Corner Sink Potential crack area Re-bar wet set 1/2” below surface Countertop

Sub base Plywood base Moisture barrier Masking cabinets Remove drawers and doors

Cast in place method Forming Foam liners Wood forming

Cast in place method Reinforcement

Cast in place method Place & consolidate

Cast in place method Finishing Coloring

Cast in place method Finishing Edges

Cast in place method Curing times  Color process  Temperature  Construction environment

Cast in place method Sealing  Color process  Usage  Desired look

Cast in place method Sealing Choices  Acrylics  Waxes  Epoxies  Polyurethanes

Projects Cast in place Liquid integral Color Hardener Epoxy

Projects Cast in place Liquid integral Color Hardener Polyurethane

Projects Cast in place Acid Stain Micro-topping Epoxy

Projects Cast in place Integral color Polyurethane Epoxy

Projects Cast in place Acid Stains Acrylic Stains Pigments Epoxy