• Concrete should be batched and placed in accordance with ACI standards.
• Concrete should be hard steel troweled finished but not “burned”.
• Maintain consistent water to cement ratio.
• Ensure slump remains consistent and does not exceed five (5) inches.
• Use a wood float as magnesium floats can entrap bleed water.
• Finish edges first, and finish all surfaces within the same approximate timeframe.
• Care should be taken not to overwork or trowel-burn edges.

 Do not over apply curing compounds, as a milky appearance will result.

 Do not topically apply water during finishing, as it will weaken the surface and can cause a washed out appearance.

Consult QC bulletin 22.102 for additional requirements for integrally colored concrete.

• For best results - water cure the concrete for 3 to 7 days.

If more stringent ASTM guidelines (e.g. 1315) are required, contact PolishedCrete for additional recommendations if curing compounds must be used. Do not over-apply as a milky appearance will result.

WARNING: If you do not follow all PolishedCrete specifications, your floor may not turn out properly. All concrete reacts differently therefore, inconsistencies should be expected and no sample can be exactly matched.