Sustainable color concepts for concrete and screed floors
Colouring concrete and screed requires not only an aesthetic sense, but also technical know-how and the right products. Our flooring solutions are based on various binder bases to provide the right product for every application. These include classic, cement-bound floor leveling materials as well as self-leveling calcium sulfate-based floating screeds, which are particularly popular due to their low tendency to shrinkage.
Unwanted effects such as irregular cloud formation or whitening effects are a particular challenge when coloring cement-bound products, particularly when dark pigments such as black iron oxides are used. These phenomena are caused by the complex interaction between cement, pigment particles and PCE. Our application technology team for building materials is happy to advise our customers. Our goal is to achieve a uniform and appealing color result that is both functionally and visually convincing.
Visual strokes
In recent years, people have increasingly discovered the aesthetically appealing style in modernly designed environments and rooms, which the visual line represents through its unique design: These floors are unique handcrafted pieces that cannot be reproduced and can have different colors despite the same recipes.
Pigmented screeds are cement screeds that should be made on the basis of white cement. This results in countless ways to display a colorful variety of colors in the screed. In addition, pigmented or color-enhancing impregnations are possible, as well as cloud effects using so-called veil technology. In the past, this technology has proven particularly effective in commercial shops, restaurants or nightclubs with strong attractions and crowds.
Important notes for use
When using steel reinforcement in screed, special pigments are required in accordance with EN 12878 Category B. We are always available to advise you on the appropriate pigment types for your specific requirements. Please contact us in advance to discuss the appropriate pigments for your application.
conclusion
The coloring of concrete and screed floors offers a wide range of options for individually designing rooms and creating a pleasant atmosphere. With our sustainable and innovative flooring solutions, we ensure that your floors not only look good, but are also durable and functional.
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