The use of printed / stamped / decorative concrete today is a very popular type of decoration of areas around a private house, cottage and swimming pool, as well as paths in restaurant and hotel complexes and other facilities.
An important material for creating such concrete is a separator, which at first glance may seem too expensive component. The question arises: Is it possible to do without it or replace it with cheaper material?
We will tell you in this article about the high–quality separator from the manufacturer Tekno - Tekno Ayrac.
Why is printed concrete so popular?
Firstly, the popularity of printed concrete is due to the possibility of creating a wide variety of patterns on a horizontal surface.
Secondly, with the help of this technology, you can create a very beautiful surface for natural stone, tile or other more expensive decorative material.
Thirdly, the strength of the concrete surface becomes more wear-resistant, durable and resistant to changes in temperature, moisture and even harmful chemicals that can gradually destroy bare concrete.
Fourth, the cost of printed concrete is significantly lower from the same natural stone or high-quality tiles.
Fifth, the technology of creating printed concrete is available even to a person without experience. The main thing is to choose high-quality materials and read the instructions for creating such a coating.
What materials are used to create printed concrete?
To create printed concrete, the following materials are needed:
- hardener for printed concrete;
- a fastener for printed concrete.
If there are usually no questions about the hardener, then the fixative often raises doubts.
Is it necessary to use a separator when creating printed concrete?
Sure. The separator is the same necessary material for creating high-quality printed concrete as the hardener.
With the correct execution of all stages of creating a decorative coating using high-quality materials, printed concrete will last more than 50 years.
The separator performs the following functions:
- prevents the sticking of printed forms (which allows you to quickly and efficiently create a beautiful surface);
- prevents the corners of the finished surface from breaking off with printed concrete;
- provides additional protection to concrete from the effects of various atmospheric precipitation.
By the way, you can read how printed concrete is created correctly in the article "Creation of stamped concrete: technology of work".
