DCF Dry Shake Color Hardener cont'd.

CONCRETE MIX DESIGN

The newly placed concrete should contain a minimum of 5 1/2 sacks (517 lbs.) of cement per cubic yard of concrete. The slump should not exceed four inches and the aggregates must be non-reactive. Refer to ASTM C 260 to insure that air-entrained mixtures are properly specified in areas that are subject to freeze-thaw cycles. Normal use of retarding set, water reducing admixtures may be used. DO NOT USE ANY ADMIXTURES OR ADDITIVES THAT CONTAIN CALCIUM CHLORIDE. Other non-chloride accelerators may be used during cold weather. Avoid using fly ash and high range water reducing ad mixtures such as superplasticizers.

COVERAGE

Coverage will vary depending on the color and the intended use of the flatwork. A minimal coverage rate should be 60lbs./100 square feet. For heavier commercial applications the rate should be at least 90lbs./100 square feet. Light colors will require 20-100 % more color hardener per one-hundred square feet depending on the usage and affect.

PACKAGING

DCF Dry Shake Color Hardener is packaged in five-gallon pails (60 lbs.). Shelf life is a minimum of six months from the date of purchase and should be rotated in inventory.

SAFETY

DCF DRY SHAKE COLOR HARDENER CONTAINS PORTLAND CEMENT AND QUARTZ. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE EYES AND SKIN. DUST MASKS (NIOSH/MSHA TC 21C APPROVED), SAFETY GOGGLES AND GLOVES ARE RECOMMENDED. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Use with adequate ventilation. Wet Portland cement may cause alkali burns. Before using or handling read the MSDS information.

FIRST AID: If color hardener is exposed to the eyes, do not rub and immediately flush thoroughly with water. When exposed to the skin wash thoroughly with soap and water. If inhaled move to fresh air. If any adverse symptoms persist or develop or if ingested seek medical attention immediately.

COLORS

DCF Dry Shake Color Hardeners are available in all standard colors: Antique White, Ivory Sand, Putty, Taupe, Silver, Buff, Pecan, Coral, Terra Cotta, Tile Red, Brick Red, Mauve, Gunmetal, Slate, Gray and Charcoal.

Custom colors are available with adequate lead times. Call for details.

 

 

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