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keim concretal ® – the beaut y of concrete !
CONCRETE – A BUILDING MATERIAL AS VERSATILE AS LIFE.
CONCRETE COSMETICS Sometimes concrete behaves like a diva and tends to have unexplainable streaks, discolouration or blowholes that affect the surface appearance substantially. At this point the concrete glaze comes into play, a mineral stain which, when diluted in vari- ous degrees, helps to conceal visual shortcomings so that the finish looks like original intented. This special kind of cosmetics has already salvaged a number of famous buildings by reviving its concrete surface. „Concrete is a very demanding material. The beauty of what you create emerges when you respect the building material‘s nature.“ Louis J. Kahn
REVIVAL OF A BUILDING MATERIAL Cold, grey, dull – for a long time concrete unfortunately had quite negative associations. This mix made of cement, sand and water had a real image problem even though it is the most used building material worldwide. But times have changed and today concrete is once again taking its rightful place as a reputable building material. Planners, designers or builders – they all appreciate the raw and original aesthetics of fair-faced concrete. COLOUR MEETS CONCRETE Whether the facade or the interior– the modern possibilities of designing and finishing concrete have an unlimited potential. A colour finish in glazing technique for example with tinted semi-transparent coatings enhances the character of the concrete, underlines its unique texture and mineral beauty.
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