Installation Instructions

T E C H M I X

PREIMUM CONCRETE COUNTER TOP MIX

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4■ Attach the sink cut out and faucet pieces to the form base using black silicone caulking. Also

run a bead of silicone caulking around the inside seams of the countertop form. Smooth with a

moisten finger tip once to get a uniform appearance. Note: Using painters tape to protect the

caulking area will speed the process. Allow surface of silicone caulk to dry for up to 1 hour prior to

pouring mix into the form. Clean any silicone residue off the form with a razor blade to reduce

imperfections in the top of the finished product.

5■ Reinforcement: In many concrete countertop applications, it will be desirable to use wire mesh

or rebar for added strength and durability. It is especially recommended in applications that will en-

dure heavy-duty use or force. Cut a piece of welded wire mesh 2” smaller than the interior of the

form and 2” away from any sink or faucet cut outs. On countertops larger than 42” or over 2” thick

#3 rebar should also be used. Using wire ties attach the rebar to the welded lath. Suspend the re-

inforcements near the middle of the height of the forms using wire ties attached to the side forms

using screws. Place painter’s tape over the screw heads to create ease in dissembling the form.

6■ Mix each 50# bag of Premium Concrete Countertop Mix™ in a five gallon bucket or mortar mix-

er with 5.5 pints of clean, potable water for 3 minutes. Let product sit for 2 minutes undisturbed.

Then, remix the product for 2 minutes until a flowable consistency is obtained. If color is desired,

add dry powder pigment to the mixer with Premium Concrete Countertop Mix™ and dry blend until

uniform prior to adding water.

Note: For small tops, 36” or less, a ½” drill (600 RPM or less) and paddle in a 5 gallon pail may be

used. Use caution not to entrain air or pinholes into the surface. For larger applications, a mortar

mixer capable of mixing several bags at once may be helpful.