Pattern Stamped Concrete
Technical Information
Strength
Results of tests conducted on crushing test cubes made from CCS Colour Hardener reveal the following typical strengths:
| 1 Day | 28 MPA |
| 3 Days | 45 MPA |
| 28 Days | up to 79 MPA |
The above early, as well as long term strengths ensure a strong, abrasive-resistant finish is achieved.
Abrasion Resistance
Abrasion resistance actually improves with sufficient application of CCS Colour Hardener (coloured pre-mix) to the surface.
The following table details the potential increases in abrasion resistance gained from applying the recommended quantities of CCS Colour Hardener.
| Surface | Minimum 28 day abrasion index standard as per MA20 | Average abrasion index of surface finished with CCS hardener* | Result |
| Driveways and car parks with vehicular traffic under 3 tonnes | 1.2 | 2.98 | Exceeds Standard |
| Footpaths | 1.2 | 2.98 | Exceeds Standard |
| Public roads and industrial hardstands | 1.5 | 2.98 | Exceeds Standard |
| Busy shopping footpaths and malls with heavy pedestrian traffic | 2.0 | 2.98 | Exceeds Standard |
*Results of tests by Queensland University of Technology conducted in accordance with Appendix D - MA 20 Abrasion Test, Specification for Concrete Segmented Paving Units. Surfaces were finished with CCS Colour Hardener at the rate of 2kg per m².