Concrete coloring

[Atank]

Getting ready to pour my slab and was looking into having the cement colored utilizing BASF MasterColor tinting. The coloring would be added to the concrete mix in the truck from the plant. Can I still utilize a densifier and sealer over the finished floor?

 

[Tpsykes]

Yes, are yiu having the concrete power troweled?

 

[Tpsykes]

Just curious, why will you be densifying if sealing?

 

[RPH]

Depending on the type of sealer, densifying will help with the porosity of concrete. This will help in strengthening the concrete. It will help in keeping the cost of sealer lower by slowing its absorption into the upper layer of concrete. This allows you to use lessor amount of the expensive sealer.

 

[Tpsykes]

We only densify slabs if we are polishing them. Or if they are problematic: excessive dusting, soft concrete etc.

 

[Atank]

Yes the finish will be power troweled. Looking to harden the surface to prevent damage and sealing to avoid staining.