Stampcrete International, Ltd. || Traditional Stamping

A CAST IN PLACE SYSTEM

This system uses a 4,000 psi (29mpa) concrete mix design reinforced with fiber, which is then integrally colored with one of 36 integral colors, and placed in accordance with ACI standards. Prior to imprinting the surface, a Stampcrete colored release agent is applied. This release agent acts as a curing agent, releasing agent, and gives the surface a two-tone look.

The surface is then imprinted with one of 40 designs, including brick, European cobblestone, and ashlar slate, to name a few. The release agent is removed, concrete control cuts are placed in accordance with ACI standards, then the surface is sealed with two coats of sealer to protect it from fading or staining and from all of nature's elements. Using color hardeners can also enhance the Stampcrete System. The company manufactures over 24 color hardeners.

TRAINING SEMINAR OVERVIEW

Day 1:

Meet the Stampcrete team for the show. A general overview will be given as to how the seminar will progress and a question and answer session will conclude before the show begins.

We'll start the day showing the Traditional Stampcrete system, poured at either 6 or 8 inches. Once the concrete truck pulls up, the specified amount of Integral Color is added to the truck according the yardage poured, and mixed until thoroughly distributed throughout the concrete. Pour and place the concrete and allow to start setting up before applying your Release agent.

Then you will get a chance to get on the stamps and see how easy it really is. We will show various patterns, but particularly the more popular patterns since you will run into using these more often. After stamping, well break for lunch and one of the Marketing Representatives will go over our literature and benefits to the Stampcrete System. There are many avenues and options that Stampcrete can provide to start your success in stamping. You will also receive all types of brochures and other information to start your information guide.

The afternoon, in most cases, will show a demonstration of the Mirage stamp overlay system as well as the Re-Do-It resurfacing system. Here you will have the chance to see just how easy you can take an existing plain concrete surface and make it look as decorative as your mind will let you take it. We will show some stamping designs as well as a plain troweled surface.

At the conclusion of the day, we will give an overview of the day's events and also a question and answer session to close the afternoon.

Day 2:

On the second day, we'll wash off the release agent with a hose and scrub brush until we have reached the effect we are looking for. Then we'll use some patina stains to show another aspect of decorative concrete.

We'll conclude the day by sealing the projects to show their finished appearance. Don't forget to bring your cameras!

Commercial Projects (Click to Enlarge)
Business Park	Theme Park	Valet Area
Shopping Plaza	Golf Course	Hotel
Memorial Park	Park Walkway	Outdoor Dining Area
Lodge Driveway	Waterfront	Horse Ranch
Restaurant and Bar	City Waterfront	DOT Highway Project
DOT Highway Project

Residential Projects (Click to Enlarge)
Private Residence - Paris	Private Residence - Cario	Walkway
Steps	Walkway	Walkway
Entrance	Entrance	Pool Deck
Patio	Patio	Inner City Courtyard
Entrance	Walkway	Walkway
Patio	Patio	Patio
Walkway	Pool Deck	Walkway
Pool Deck	Walkway	Walkway
Driveway	Porch	Pool Deck
Pool Deck	Pool Deck	Patio




	Step 1 - Forming Form the area you plan on pouring and stamping accordingly.

	Step 2 - Adding Color When using integral color, add the specified amount of color per yard as premeasured by the bucket, and have them mix for a minimum of 5 minutes or until mixed thoroughly.

	Step 3 - Bull floating concrete surface With Integral Color, you don't have to over work the surface which is a common problem with Color Hardeners in freeze thaw environments. Bull float the surface until it closes up and you're ready to stamp. (Color Hardener instructions listed under Process of Seamless Texturing)

	Step 4 - Applying release agent When the concrete is ready to stamp, apply your desired release agent to the surface with either a brush, burlap bag or by hand. Your release agent acts as barrier between the concrete and your stamps, while giving you that antique appearance after washing off.

	Step 5 - Stamping concrete Shown here is the Ashlar Slate pattern. The benefit of the Stampcrete stamp would include the authentic appearance you receive as well as the durability in the stamp it self. This gives the contractor more time to complete a quality project as shown.

	Step 6 - Washing off excess release agent Using a regular garden hose and scrub brush, remove the desired amount of release to your liking, leaving enough to accent your joint lines and achieving an antique appearance.

	Step 7 - Sealing surface, two coats After the surface is completely dry and free of moisture, apply two coats of either solvent base sealer. This can be either sprayed on with a Chapin Sprayer or rolled on.

	Step 8 - Finished Stampcrete surface What you have as a result is a aesthetically beautiful surface that anyone would be proud to own.