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Magnumcrete running bond used brick rigid stamp
MagnumCrete Decorative Concrete Tools
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1 Running Bond Used Brick Rigid Concrete Stamping Tool (52" x 29", 18 lbs)
MagnumCrete List Price $180.00
A. Stamp Concrete is regular concrete that is poured to the standard 4 inch depth (or other specified depth), and while still wet, has certain pigments and a chemical hardener worked into its surface, after which special stamping tools are used to impress into the still-wet surface texture and patterns to give concrete the real block or slate look. Once cleaned and dried, the decorative concrete is then sealed.
Q. How long will stamp concrete last?
A. Stamp concrete is just like regular concrete and should last many, many years. If there is extensive wear on the stamp concrete, you may want to give it the just like new look by having it resealed.
Q. For how many years has stamp concrete been installed?
A. The system for making decorative concrete is more than 40 years old, with the chemistry have been proven in installations throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe, in both hot and cold climates. However, the installations made prior to a few years ago were of a single color, with no texture, and by using now-obsolete tools which only stamped in the joint lines and could not control the depth of the joint lines. If the joint lines were to deep, they posed a risk not only persons walking in high heels, but also in northern climates, as pressure from water freezing in the joints could crack off a portion of the concrete surface.
Q. What are some uses for stamp concrete?
A. Stamp concrete is used in all places you would use normal concrete, but want a more decorative surface. MagnumCrete contractors have made installations of all types for both residential and commercial pool decks, patios, walkways, and driveways. Commercially, uses include entryways into hotels and other commercial buildings, front walkways on strip shopping centers, and the initial portion of roads at the entrances into housing developments.
Q. How does salt effect stamp concrete?
A. Because stamp concrete is sealed, the salts are not allowed to penetrate the concrete to cause harm. In heavily salted areas with heavy foot traffic, resealing the concrete every two or more years is suggested. Deicing compounds are not recommended for use during the first year. Always use a concrete friendly deicing compound over Stamp Concrete.
Q. Why would I choose stamp concrete over brick or pavers?
A. The advantages of stamp concrete over brick or pavers are many including the following. (A) No weeds. There are no cracks between the bricks in stamp concrete for dirt to settle and weeds to grow, eliminating any need to spray weed killer, pull weeds. Or mow your patio . (B) Level surface. Through the effects of freeze/thaw cycles, heavy rains, and everyday traffic, bricks and brick pavers many times settle, pop up, or separate, posing liability risk from people tripping. Additionally, there is the need for periodic maintenance of tearing the bricks up and leveling the base on which they are placed. On roadways, another frequently occurring problem is general up and down, rolling effect, which cannot be eliminated without redoing the entire job. (C) Cost. Stamp concrete cost 30% less than a standard installation of brick or brick pavers.
Q. How do I clean and take care of stamp concrete?
A. The Stamp concrete can be washed the same as any other floor surface, with water and mild soap. Which is all that is generally required. To maintain the luster in areas such as sunrooms and patio, a polish containing some wax can be used.
