Fluid Construction Concrete Results. Style Paving

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1 Fluid Construction Concrete Results Style Paving 2014

2 Styled paving can make a dramatic impression, and there are many reasons why homeowners, businesses, and municipalities are choosing stamped concrete to enhance their landscapes and buildings. From a cobblestone driveway to a stone patio, the look of textured concrete is not only realistic but also bears the permanent durability of concrete. Concrete is also cost-effective over alternative materials such as pavers, or natural stone. Installation is quicker and the final product is long- lasting, can mimic natural materials in colour and design, and is therefore, more economical. Design flexibility is one of the biggest reasons for styled paving s popularity. It can be shaped, textured, and coloured to achieve almost any look imaginable. It can complement various architectures, can provide traction on public walkways, and can blend with nature in all types of landscapes. 2

3 Step by Step Step 1 Subgrade Preparation The subgrade makes a big difference in the overall performance and structural integrity of the slab. It must be well compacted which will help prevent drainage and can prevent soil erosion under the concrete. Step 2 Placing the Forms Forms, made from wood or metal, are attached to stakes to contain the concrete in the area desired. It is important that forms are in good condition, be set to provide the proper slope or grade for drainage, and are erected to create clean corners. where they abut each other or structures. Step 3 Installing Reinforcement Using steel reinforcing bars or welded wire mesh are critical to providing structural function and support in the slab. The main reasons to include reinforcement in the slab is to help control cracking, provide structural capacity, increase impact resistance, and reduce joint maintenance. Step 4 Placing the Concrete The most common method for placing concrete is to have the ready-mix truck pull up to the placement area and deposit the concrete from the chute. The type of concrete used is also crucial to successful placement. Step 5 Screeding and Finishing the Concrete The work done immediately following concrete placement is critical, since this is when we create the perfect canvas for decorative stamping. The two most important factors are that the surface is levelled to prevent any low or high spots, and that cement paste is brought to the surface to permit a well-defined imprint. Flame Company Profile All Rights Reserved 3

4 Step by Step Step 6 Applying Colour Dura colour (colour hardener) is applied manually to the surface in preparation for stamping. Dura colour hardens the surface of the concrete to attain longevity and gives a colour that does not fade with time. Step 7 The Stamping Process The window of time in which to stamp is generally short, especially in warm weather. The concrete is then stamped in the same sequence it was placed. Stamping alignment should be checked regularly, along with verifying that the correct random patterning is being followed to ensure a realistic-looking outcome. Step 8 Curing Stamped Concrete The goal when curing (or allowing your concrete to dry) is to retain sufficient moisture content for a long enough time to allow the necessary properties of the concrete to develop. With proper curing, concrete becomes denser and less permeable, resulting in an overall increase in strength and durability. Step 9 Installing Joints Cutting contraction joints (also called control joints) can help to prevent conspicuous cracks. Although not all cracking can be prevented due to the stress caused by temperature changes and drying shrinkage. Providing stress relief at planned locations can help control random cracking. Step 10 Sealing Stamped Concrete No decorative stamped concrete installation is complete without the application of a sealer. This is the final step and one of the most important. Chrys clear will enrich the colour of concrete, will add a sheen to the surface reduces the chance that efflorescence will discolour the surface, and blocks penetration of stains from dirt, chemicals, leaves, etc. 4

5 Cobble Edinburgh Cobble A rugged weathered cobblestone pattern Cobble Large Cobble Larger rough-cut cobblestones Flame Company Profile All Rights Reserved 5

6 Cobble London Cobble A traditional lightly textured cobble-stone pattern Cobble Roman Cobble A historic reproduction of cobbles that have a variety of stone shapes for old world appeal 6

7 Cobble Pennsylvania Cobble A staggered pattern of cobblestone with smooth joints and rounded edges Brick Euro Fan An elegant European fan pattern, consisting of slightly curved rectangular slate stones Flame Company Profile All Rights Reserved 7

8 Brick Herringbone Surface texture is that of older, used brick. Edges are broken. Corners are rounded Stone Cut Stone A rough natural stone, hand-tooled to create a chipped and fragmented texture 8

9 Stone Random Stone Heavily textured random fieldstones Stone Tuscany Stone A large tool with a stone texture and interlocking joints on all four sides Flame Company Profile All Rights Reserved 9

10 Stone Stones of Athens Full set stones of Athens with instructional DVD Stone Ashler Cut Slate A naturally laminated stone texture split along parallel planes, hand-tooled to create a more pronounced chipped fragmented texture with small deep joints 10

11 Stone New England Basket Weave Hand-tooled slate in a basket weave pattern Tile Santa Barbra Tile Slate textured octagons and rosette squares laid out in a unique, highly decorative pattern. Flame Company Profile All Rights Reserved 11

12 Tile Octagon Tile A blue stone texture laid out in a highly decorative pattern Specials Cedar Wood Combining multiple wood grains to offer a bold, pronounced, exposed grain texture 12

13 Specials Radial Cobble A brilliant stand alone formation of deep edged old stone cobble Borders Border Tile Tile boarder corner piece Flame Company Profile All Rights Reserved 13

14 Borders Border Brushed Tile boarder corner piece Borders Border Slate 14

15 Liners & Coping Step liner Superb detail,reusable and up to 1.5 of texture Liners & Coping Step-Counter and Pool Coping Flame Company Profile All Rights Reserved 15

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