How well matched is the paste to the final cured concrete of the same color?
We did a counter in “slate” coloring, and the paste is quite a bit lighter than the counter, which has been curing for about ten days. The counter has been lightening as it cures, but that seems to be leveling off.
I’m having a hard time believing it will be the same color as the paste infill, but I just don’t know.
What are your experiences?
thanks,
k
Discussion Forum
Discussion Forum
Up Next
Video Shorts
Featured Story
Skim-coating with joint compound covers texture, renews old drywall and plaster, and leaves smooth surfaces ready to paint.
Featured Video
Highlights
"I have learned so much thanks to the searchable articles on the FHB website. I can confidently say that I expect to be a life-long subscriber." - M.K.
Replies
bump
Is this a BRhodes product that is supposed to match his mix?
My only input would be that if the mix and the paste are hydrated (more/less water) differently, they may not match that well.
Yeah, you can buy a BR paste to match each BR pigment color, for filling voids prior to polishing.
We specifically avoided partial batches because we didn't have an accurate scale, so our pigment/concrete mix shouldn't have been off.
k
Not matching paste
I have had the same problem with both Buddy Rhodes and Cheng pastes not matching. Part of te problem is the lack of sand in the paste. I take some of the dry concrete mix with pigment and set it aside to use as slurry.