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Contractor-recommended products

Acryseal
Densifiers & Sealers

Acryseal

Solvent based acrylic resin sealer for the protection and enhancement of concrete surfaces. Topical coating. Available in Clear, Light Grey and Mid Grey.

CorroBlock
Repairs & water repellency

CorroBlock

Corrosion blocking mortar for spalled concrete caused by corrosion of reinforcing bars, contains migrating corrosion inhibitors

CrystalSkim WR
Repairs & water repellency

CrystalSkim WR

Additional crystalline provide waterproofing suitable for water retaining structures. Moisture blocking mortar for thin-set applications. Approximately 5mm thick. Available in a range of colours

CrystalSkim
Repairs & water repellency

CrystalSkim

Cosmetically pleasing, moisture blocking mortar for thin-set applications. Powder Polymer and crystalline provide waterproofing. Approximately 5mm thick. Available in a range of colours

CureSeal
Curing/stripping/cleaning

CureSeal

Solvent based curing compound – meets ASTM C-309 standard.

DecorGuard
Repairs & water repellency

DecorGuard

Water based, penetrative treatment used to induce water repellence. Used on mineral building materials including concrete, asbestos, cement, brick masonry, natural and artificial stones. Renders surfaces hydrophobic.

DecorTex
Decorative Coatings

DecorTex

Paintable cementitious, multi-purpose long life coating that weatherproofs and decorates walls and concrete surfaces. Available in a range of colours.

Ecoflow Grout
Structural Grouts

Ecoflow Grout

Fluid, non-shrink structural grout – 40 MPa. Cost effective medium flowable strength grout for base plates, bolt holes and keyways.

EcoScreed SL
Overlayments and Underlayments

EcoScreed SL

Self-levelling cementitious underlayment for resurfacing horizontal concrete, filling bug holes and imperfections at 2-3mm thick, no primer required.

Fairing Coat
Repairs & water repellency

Fairing Coat

A smooth, easily trowellable filler paste for concrete and plasters, applied at approx 2mm thickness. Available in a range of colours. Also known as Skimcrete

Fairing Top
Repairs & water repellency

Fairing Top

Cosmetic mortar for concrete surfaces, approximately 3 to 5mm thick

Fairing Wash
Repairs & water repellency

Fairing Wash

A paintable cosmetic cementitious coating for aesthetic uniformity for columns,walls and off shutter concrete. Available in a range of colours

FastPatch
Repairs & water repellency

FastPatch

Rapid set repair mortar

FloorCoat
Decorative Coatings

FloorCoat

Easily applied decorative coating for concrete floors. Paintable, thin-set, cementitious. Available in a range of colours.

FP Cure
Curing/stripping/cleaning

FP Cure

Flexible Polymer emulsion curing compound (Acrylic co-polymer emulsion), also known as PolyCure

Densifier HC
Densifiers & Sealers

Densifier HC

Hydroxide Conversion densifier and chemical pore blocker for fresh and hardened concrete. Penetrating chemical reactive treatment. Prevents dusting of concrete surfaces, resistance to liquid penetration, prevent dirt adhesion, increases surface abrasion resistance. Also known as Converseal S 200

HS60 Grout
Structural Grouts

HS60 Grout

High early strength 60 Mpa with microcrystalline for protection of steel

HydroHalt
Repairs & water repellency

HydroHalt

Rapid set water plug for leaks or slow seepage of water. Previously PlugSeal

LVE Repair
Repairs & water repellency

LVE Repair

Low viscosity epoxy repair for horizontal crack injection, two component kit, previously Graviject.

MBFT
Dry-Shake Floor Hardeners

MBFT

Moisture barrier floor topping, pigmented densifying and strength enhancing dry-shake floor hardener – surface of 60 MPa with increased abrasion resistance. Range of colours available.

MBFT P
Dry-Shake Floor Hardeners

MBFT P

Moisture barrier floor topping, with added polymer dry-shake floor hardener for improved chemical resistance. Available in a range of colours.

MicroConcrete
Structural Grouts

MicroConcrete

Fluid, small aggregate, shrinkage compensated concrete. Contains a 3 to 5mm stone. Available in X version containing microcrystalline for waterproofing. Available in P version with additional powder polymer to allow slight flexibility. X and P version datasheets available on request.

MM Sealer Buffable
Densifiers & Sealers

MM Sealer Buffable

High in wax component for a gloss finish, enhances concrete floor colour. Hydrophobic induction and pore blocking treatment for concrete or ceramics. Topical, clear, film-forming coating.

MM Sealer Combo
Densifiers & Sealers

MM Sealer Combo

Contains a wax component for a satin sheen finish. Topical, clear, film-forming coating. Hydrophobic induction and pore blocking treatment for concrete or ceramics. Colour enhancing coating.

MM Sealer Siloxane
Densifiers & Sealers

MM Sealer Siloxane

Siloxane component to create water repellence and prevention of oil penetration. Low sheen finish. Hydrophobic induction and pore blocking treatment for concrete or ceramics. Topical, clear, film forming coating. Colour enhancement.

MS40 Grout
Structural Grouts

MS40 Grout

Medium strength 40 MPa with microcrystalline for steel protection

P3 Primer X
Primers & bonders

P3 Primer X

Pre-polymered cementitious bonder for concrete containing a microcrystalline for waterproofing and wet-to-dry and dry-to-dry bonding

P3 Primer
Primers & bonders

P3 Primer

Powder polymer and cementitious blend for wet-to-dry and dry-to-dry bonding. Can be used as a polymer rich cementitious primer for rebar.

PatchMortar
Repairs & water repellency

PatchMortar

Smooth working mortar for repairing structural and non-structural concrete – 5 to 20mm thick. Available in a range of colours and pre-polymered version. Over 40MPa at 28 days. Also known as PatchCrete

Polymer 1:3
Primers & bonders

Polymer 1:3

Acrylic co-polymer for cement and mortars. Available in a variety of dilutions. Also known as Supercrete Latex

PolyStrip
Curing/stripping/cleaning

PolyStrip

Concentrated low foaming detergent for removal of polymer curing compounds. High intensity deep cleaning. Removal of oil, tyre marks, any polymer / latex based products or paints. Also known as PolyStripper

RampSkim
Overlayments and Underlayments

RampSkim

Semi-self-levelling overlayment for concrete ramps, slopes, floors and parking decks at ±5mm thickness. Available in a range of colours.

ResinCure
Curing/stripping/cleaning

ResinCure

Solvent based, membrane forming curing compound – meets ASTM C-309 standard.

Retarder Paste
Repairs & water repellency

Retarder Paste

Thixotropic paste concrete surface retarder. May be applied to shutters, moulds or directly onto concrete to retard surface set

Roof Renew
Decorative Coatings

Roof Renew

For concrete or ceramic tiles, corrugated iron roofing of asbestos cement sheeting. Protective, decorative, paintable, thin-set cementitious coating. Available in a range of colours.

SDP Grout
Structural Grouts

SDP Grout

Standard thixotropic dry pack grout

SDS Floor Topping
Dry-Shake Floor Hardeners

SDS Floor Topping

Densifying and strength enhancing dry-shake floor hardener for concrete floor surfaces. Also known as FlorGuard Commercial / FlorGuard Industrial

SF60 Grout
Structural Grouts

SF60 Grout

Super Flowable Grout – 60 MPa, early high strength

Siloxane Solution
Repairs & water repellency

Siloxane Solution

Solvent based, penetrative treatment used to induce water repellence. Used on mineral building materials including concrete, asbestos, cement, brick masonry, natural and artificial stones. Renders surfaces hydrophobic. Injectable by caulking gun as a form of liquid damp course.

Stripper A
Curing/stripping/cleaning

Stripper A

General purpose stripper and cleaner for protection and enhancement of concrete. For the removal of oils, greases, hydrocarbon resins, natural and synthetic rubber, solvent based products. Also known as Degreaser A

SuperFlow Grout
Structural Grouts

SuperFlow Grout

Super Flowable Grout – 60 MPa. Also known as SuperFlow Bedding Grout

TextureCoat
Overlayments and Underlayments

TextureCoat

Semi self-levelling overlayment which produces a rough textured finish, applied between 2mm to 3mm. Available in a range of colours.

WallCoat
Decorative Coatings

WallCoat

Cementitious, decorative “paint” coating for walls and concrete surfaces. Available in a range of colours.

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Repairs & water repellency

FastPatch FR

Rapid setting, fibre reinforced natural aggregate mortar for repairs to concrete surfaces subject to early use. Also available in Polymered (P) and MicroCrystalline (X) versions.

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Repairs & water repellency

HydroHalt X

Rapid set water plug for leaks or slow seepage of water, including additional microcrystalline for waterproofing

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Repairs & water repellency

JointFill FP

Self-levelling filler for waterproofing formed or saw-cut joints in concrete slabs. Supplied as a two-component kit mixed with FlexiPol liquid polymer.

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Overlayments and Underlayments

MBFT Overlay

Structural thin-set concrete floor re-surfacing system of 5 to 20 mm, containing micro-crystalline for water proofing properties. Available in a range of colours.Also known as FlorGuard Overlay

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Octodowel

Octodowel®

Patented plate dowel for failure free construction joints, as recommended by ACI-302. The Octodowel system provides precision installation and simplified accuracy checks.

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Repairs & water repellency

PatchMortar FR

General patch mortar, fibre reinforced, for structural and non-structural concrete repair. Also available in a pre-polymer version for repairs less than 5mm.

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Repairs & water repellency

PatchMortar P

Smooth working mortar for patching structural and non-structural concrete,includes a powdered polymer to improve bonding. Applied up to 5mm.

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Primers & bonders

Polymer 1:5 PlasterBond

Acrylic co-polymer for cement and mortars. Available in a variety of dilutions. Also known as Supercrete Latex

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Primers & bonders

Polymer Concentrate

Acrylic co-polymer for cement and mortars. Available in a variety of dilutions. Also known as Supercrete Latex

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Primers & bonders

Polymer Solution 1:1

Acrylic co-polymer for cement and mortars. Available in a variety of dilutions. Also known as Supercrete Latex

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Structural Grouts

SFCF Grout

Super fine crack filler grout. Pumpable caulking grout for repair of cracks from 2mm

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Structural Grouts

SFCF X

Pumpable caulking grout for repair of cracks from 2mm, contains microcrystalline for waterproofing

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Structural Grouts

TowerBase Grout 100 HW

High early strength grout for windfarms, made with locally procured raw materials that meet International OEM specifications. 100MPa

Acryseal
Densifiers & Sealers

Acryseal

Solvent based acrylic resin sealer for the protection and enhancement of concrete surfaces. Topical coating. Available in Clear, Light Grey and Mid Grey.

CorroBlock
Repairs & water repellency

CorroBlock

Corrosion blocking mortar for spalled concrete caused by corrosion of reinforcing bars, contains migrating corrosion inhibitors

CrystalSkim WR
Repairs & water repellency

CrystalSkim WR

Additional crystalline provide waterproofing suitable for water retaining structures. Moisture blocking mortar for thin-set applications. Approximately 5mm thick. Available in a range of colours

CrystalSkim
Repairs & water repellency

CrystalSkim

Cosmetically pleasing, moisture blocking mortar for thin-set applications. Powder Polymer and crystalline provide waterproofing. Approximately 5mm thick. Available in a range of colours

CureSeal
Curing/stripping/cleaning

CureSeal

Solvent based curing compound – meets ASTM C-309 standard.

DecorGuard
Repairs & water repellency

DecorGuard

Water based, penetrative treatment used to induce water repellence. Used on mineral building materials including concrete, asbestos, cement, brick masonry, natural and artificial stones. Renders surfaces hydrophobic.

DecorTex
Decorative Coatings

DecorTex

Paintable cementitious, multi-purpose long life coating that weatherproofs and decorates walls and concrete surfaces. Available in a range of colours.

Ecoflow Grout
Structural Grouts

Ecoflow Grout

Fluid, non-shrink structural grout – 40 MPa. Cost effective medium flowable strength grout for base plates, bolt holes and keyways.

EcoScreed SL
Overlayments and Underlayments

EcoScreed SL

Self-levelling cementitious underlayment for resurfacing horizontal concrete, filling bug holes and imperfections at 2-3mm thick, no primer required.

Fairing Coat
Repairs & water repellency

Fairing Coat

A smooth, easily trowellable filler paste for concrete and plasters, applied at approx 2mm thickness. Available in a range of colours. Also known as Skimcrete

Fairing Top
Repairs & water repellency

Fairing Top

Cosmetic mortar for concrete surfaces, approximately 3 to 5mm thick

Fairing Wash
Repairs & water repellency

Fairing Wash

A paintable cosmetic cementitious coating for aesthetic uniformity for columns,walls and off shutter concrete. Available in a range of colours

FastPatch
Repairs & water repellency

FastPatch

Rapid set repair mortar

FloorCoat
Decorative Coatings

FloorCoat

Easily applied decorative coating for concrete floors. Paintable, thin-set, cementitious. Available in a range of colours.

FP Cure
Curing/stripping/cleaning

FP Cure

Flexible Polymer emulsion curing compound (Acrylic co-polymer emulsion), also known as PolyCure

Densifier HC
Densifiers & Sealers

Densifier HC

Hydroxide Conversion densifier and chemical pore blocker for fresh and hardened concrete. Penetrating chemical reactive treatment. Prevents dusting of concrete surfaces, resistance to liquid penetration, prevent dirt adhesion, increases surface abrasion resistance. Also known as Converseal S 200

HS60 Grout
Structural Grouts

HS60 Grout

High early strength 60 Mpa with microcrystalline for protection of steel

HydroHalt
Repairs & water repellency

HydroHalt

Rapid set water plug for leaks or slow seepage of water. Previously PlugSeal

LVE Repair
Repairs & water repellency

LVE Repair

Low viscosity epoxy repair for horizontal crack injection, two component kit, previously Graviject.

MBFT
Dry-Shake Floor Hardeners

MBFT

Moisture barrier floor topping, pigmented densifying and strength enhancing dry-shake floor hardener – surface of 60 MPa with increased abrasion resistance. Range of colours available.

MBFT P
Dry-Shake Floor Hardeners

MBFT P

Moisture barrier floor topping, with added polymer dry-shake floor hardener for improved chemical resistance. Available in a range of colours.

MicroConcrete
Structural Grouts

MicroConcrete

Fluid, small aggregate, shrinkage compensated concrete. Contains a 3 to 5mm stone. Available in X version containing microcrystalline for waterproofing. Available in P version with additional powder polymer to allow slight flexibility. X and P version datasheets available on request.

MM Sealer Buffable
Densifiers & Sealers

MM Sealer Buffable

High in wax component for a gloss finish, enhances concrete floor colour. Hydrophobic induction and pore blocking treatment for concrete or ceramics. Topical, clear, film-forming coating.

MM Sealer Combo
Densifiers & Sealers

MM Sealer Combo

Contains a wax component for a satin sheen finish. Topical, clear, film-forming coating. Hydrophobic induction and pore blocking treatment for concrete or ceramics. Colour enhancing coating.

MM Sealer Siloxane
Densifiers & Sealers

MM Sealer Siloxane

Siloxane component to create water repellence and prevention of oil penetration. Low sheen finish. Hydrophobic induction and pore blocking treatment for concrete or ceramics. Topical, clear, film forming coating. Colour enhancement.

MS40 Grout
Structural Grouts

MS40 Grout

Medium strength 40 MPa with microcrystalline for steel protection

P3 Primer X
Primers & bonders

P3 Primer X

Pre-polymered cementitious bonder for concrete containing a microcrystalline for waterproofing and wet-to-dry and dry-to-dry bonding

P3 Primer
Primers & bonders

P3 Primer

Powder polymer and cementitious blend for wet-to-dry and dry-to-dry bonding. Can be used as a polymer rich cementitious primer for rebar.

PatchMortar
Repairs & water repellency

PatchMortar

Smooth working mortar for repairing structural and non-structural concrete – 5 to 20mm thick. Available in a range of colours and pre-polymered version. Over 40MPa at 28 days. Also known as PatchCrete

Polymer 1:3
Primers & bonders

Polymer 1:3

Acrylic co-polymer for cement and mortars. Available in a variety of dilutions. Also known as Supercrete Latex

PolyStrip
Curing/stripping/cleaning

PolyStrip

Concentrated low foaming detergent for removal of polymer curing compounds. High intensity deep cleaning. Removal of oil, tyre marks, any polymer / latex based products or paints. Also known as PolyStripper

RampSkim
Overlayments and Underlayments

RampSkim

Semi-self-levelling overlayment for concrete ramps, slopes, floors and parking decks at ±5mm thickness. Available in a range of colours.

ResinCure
Curing/stripping/cleaning

ResinCure

Solvent based, membrane forming curing compound – meets ASTM C-309 standard.

Retarder Paste
Repairs & water repellency

Retarder Paste

Thixotropic paste concrete surface retarder. May be applied to shutters, moulds or directly onto concrete to retard surface set

Roof Renew
Decorative Coatings

Roof Renew

For concrete or ceramic tiles, corrugated iron roofing of asbestos cement sheeting. Protective, decorative, paintable, thin-set cementitious coating. Available in a range of colours.

SDP Grout
Structural Grouts

SDP Grout

Standard thixotropic dry pack grout

SDS Floor Topping
Dry-Shake Floor Hardeners

SDS Floor Topping

Densifying and strength enhancing dry-shake floor hardener for concrete floor surfaces. Also known as FlorGuard Commercial / FlorGuard Industrial

SF60 Grout
Structural Grouts

SF60 Grout

Super Flowable Grout – 60 MPa, early high strength

Siloxane Solution
Repairs & water repellency

Siloxane Solution

Solvent based, penetrative treatment used to induce water repellence. Used on mineral building materials including concrete, asbestos, cement, brick masonry, natural and artificial stones. Renders surfaces hydrophobic. Injectable by caulking gun as a form of liquid damp course.

Stripper A
Curing/stripping/cleaning

Stripper A

General purpose stripper and cleaner for protection and enhancement of concrete. For the removal of oils, greases, hydrocarbon resins, natural and synthetic rubber, solvent based products. Also known as Degreaser A

SuperFlow Grout
Structural Grouts

SuperFlow Grout

Super Flowable Grout – 60 MPa. Also known as SuperFlow Bedding Grout

TextureCoat
Overlayments and Underlayments

TextureCoat

Semi self-levelling overlayment which produces a rough textured finish, applied between 2mm to 3mm. Available in a range of colours.

WallCoat
Decorative Coatings

WallCoat

Cementitious, decorative “paint” coating for walls and concrete surfaces. Available in a range of colours.

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Repairs & water repellency

FastPatch FR

Rapid setting, fibre reinforced natural aggregate mortar for repairs to concrete surfaces subject to early use. Also available in Polymered (P) and MicroCrystalline (X) versions.

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Repairs & water repellency

HydroHalt X

Rapid set water plug for leaks or slow seepage of water, including additional microcrystalline for waterproofing

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Repairs & water repellency

JointFill FP

Self-levelling filler for waterproofing formed or saw-cut joints in concrete slabs. Supplied as a two-component kit mixed with FlexiPol liquid polymer.

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Overlayments and Underlayments

MBFT Overlay

Structural thin-set concrete floor re-surfacing system of 5 to 20 mm, containing micro-crystalline for water proofing properties. Available in a range of colours.Also known as FlorGuard Overlay

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Octodowel

Octodowel®

Patented plate dowel for failure free construction joints, as recommended by ACI-302. The Octodowel system provides precision installation and simplified accuracy checks.

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Repairs & water repellency

PatchMortar FR

General patch mortar, fibre reinforced, for structural and non-structural concrete repair. Also available in a pre-polymer version for repairs less than 5mm.

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Repairs & water repellency

PatchMortar P

Smooth working mortar for patching structural and non-structural concrete,includes a powdered polymer to improve bonding. Applied up to 5mm.

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Primers & bonders

Polymer 1:5 PlasterBond

Acrylic co-polymer for cement and mortars. Available in a variety of dilutions. Also known as Supercrete Latex

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Primers & bonders

Polymer Concentrate

Acrylic co-polymer for cement and mortars. Available in a variety of dilutions. Also known as Supercrete Latex

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Primers & bonders

Polymer Solution 1:1

Acrylic co-polymer for cement and mortars. Available in a variety of dilutions. Also known as Supercrete Latex

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Structural Grouts

SFCF Grout

Super fine crack filler grout. Pumpable caulking grout for repair of cracks from 2mm

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Structural Grouts

SFCF X

Pumpable caulking grout for repair of cracks from 2mm, contains microcrystalline for waterproofing

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Structural Grouts

TowerBase Grout 100 HW

High early strength grout for windfarms, made with locally procured raw materials that meet International OEM specifications. 100MPa

Reference

Every problem in the Site Guide, indexed

Ten common site problems and the products that solve each one, from the Samson Site Guide.

Unsightly, blemished concrete

Surface defects from poor finishing, formwork marks, or colour variation.

Cracks and curling slabs

Shrinkage, movement, or inadequate joint design.

Damaged or spalled concrete

Impact, corrosion of reinforcing, or general wear.

Repairing concrete floors

Rain damage, wear, or general resurfacing before a floor goes back into service.

Leaks in reservoirs, tanks and parking decks

Cracked slabs or a concrete mix that never achieved a water-tight design.

Bonding new concrete to old

A repair mortar with nothing to key into loses adhesion.

Dusting, porous or unsealed floors

An untreated surface stays porous, absorbing oil, dirt and stains.

Honeycombed columns, beams and pre-cast elements

Poor compaction during the original pour leaves exposed reinforcement.

Soffit and overhead repairs

Horizontal underside surfaces need an anti-slump mortar that won't fall out mid-cure.

Structural grouting under base plates and rails

Load transfer from a machine or column base can't tolerate a weak link.

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Dry-shakes

Dry-shake timing, rates and selection

Everything for a dry-shake floor in one place: when to be on the slab, how much to shake, and which hardener and sealer suit the floor.

How much water?

Easy guide to water addition and yield for each product.

Mix water quick reference, by product
ProductPack sizeWater additionYield
CorroBlock25kg bag15% water by mass = 3.75L per 25kg bag~12L per 25kg bag
CrystalSkim25kg bag16% water by mass = 4L per 25kg bagApproximately 1L of mortar per 2kg powder when mixed with 16% water
CrystalSkim WR25kg bag16% water by mass = 4L per 25kg bagApproximately 13L per 25kg bag when mixed with 16% water
DecorTex20kg bag40% water by mass = 8L per 20kg bag2–4m² per litre of mixed product depending on the substrate
Ecoflow Grout25kg bag14–18% water by mass according to required flow; 18% is 4.5L per 25kgApproximately 12.5L per 25kg bag
EcoScreed SL20kg bag3.5-4L water per 20kg bag~14 litres per 20kg bag
Fairing Coat20kg bag25% water by mass: 5L per 20kg bag5m² per 20kg bag at 2mm thick
Fairing Top20kg bag20% water by mass = 4L per 20kg bagN/A
Fairing Wash20kg bag40% water by mass = 8L per 20kg bagN/A
FastPatch25kg bag15% water by mass = 3.75L per 25kg bag~12L per 25kg bag
FastPatch FR25kg bag16% water by mass; adjust for placing consistencyApproximately 12L per 25kg bag when mixed with 16% water
FloorCoat20kg bag7L water per 20kg bag15m² per 20kg bag (2 coats recommended)
HS60 Grout25kg bag18% water by mass = 4.5L per 25kg bag~12.5L per 25kg bag (approx. 80 bags per m³)
MBFT Overlay25kg bagApproximately 3L gauging liquid per 25kg bag12kg/m² at 6mm; 20kg/m² at 10mm; 30kg/m² at 15mm
MicroConcrete25kg bag12% water by mass = 3L per 25kg bag~12.5L per 25kg bag (approx. 80 bags per m³)
MS40 Grout25kg bag18% water by mass = 4.5L per 25kg bag~12.5L per 25kg bag (approx. 80 bags per m³)
P3 Primer10kg / 20kg bag30% water by mass = 6L per 20kg bagN/A
P3 Primer X10kg / 20kg bagApproximately 6L water per 20kg bag; adjust for applicationApproximately 12L of slurry per 20kg bag
PatchMortar25kg bag15% water by mass = 3.75L per 25kg bag~12L per 25kg bag
PatchMortar FR25kg bag15% water by massN/A
PatchMortar P25kg bag15% water by mass = 3.75L per 25kg bag~12L per 25kg bag
RampSkim25kg bag14% water by mass = 3.5L per 25kg bagApproximately 13L per 25kg bag; 2.5m² at 5mm (10kg/m²)
Roof Renew12.5kg bag5L water per 12.5kg bagApproximately 10L mixed product per 12.5kg bag
SDP Grout25kg bag14% water by mass = 3.5L per 25kg bag~11-12L per 25kg bag
SF60 Grout25kg bag16% water by mass for the documented yield; adjust to the required flowApproximately 12.5L per 25kg bag at 16% water
SFCF Grout10kg / 20kg bag30-35% water by mass = 6-7L per 20kg bag1L slurry per 3kg powder
SuperFlow Grout25kg bag16% water by mass for the documented yield; adjust to the required flowApproximately 12.5L per 25kg bag at 16% water
TextureCoat25kg bag4–4.5L water per 25kg bagApproximately 12L per 25kg bag
TowerBase Grout 100 HW25kg bag14–16% water by mass according to required flowApproximately 12.5L per 25kg bag
WallCoat20kg bag6L water per 20kg bag20m² per 20kg bag

When to be on the slab

The concrete finishing time profile for rapid, typical and retarded set, over a 14-hour window from placement.

Rapid set

Typical set

Retarded set

0h14h

Hours from concrete placement

Awaiting setPowder application & floatingPower trowellingFinal finish

Illustrative: the brochure documents the phase order and a typical 14-hour window, not an exact hour for each phase boundary. Source: Reflections on Concrete Floors booklet, p4.

Application rate vs surface strength

Documented dry-shake application rates and the surface strength they give.

3–4 kg/m²

applied dry-shake → 45–55 MPa surface strength

5–6 kg/m²

applied dry-shake → 55–65 MPa surface strength

Above 6 kg/m² buys more depth of protection, not much more strength, except on concrete with high bleed characteristics.

Hardener and sealer, by floor type

Twelve common floor types, matched to a dry-shake product and sealer, from the Reflections on Concrete Floors booklet.

Dry-shake floor hardener and sealer selection chart, by floor type
Description of floorSDSMBFTMBFT PHCDensifier HCMM Sealer SiloxaneMM Sealer ComboSiloxane Solution
WarehouseN/A5 to 7 kg/m²N/AN/AN/AN/A
Shopping CentreN/A5 kg/m²N/AoptionaloptionalN/A
Health reason to wash down / exposure to chemical attackN/A5 kg/m²N/AN/AN/A
Back of Store: colour not required5 kg/m² or5 kg/m² or5 kg/m²N/AN/AN/A
Lodges: General/ReceptionN/AN/A5 kg/m²N/AN/A
Lodges: Wet areas (Kitchen/Bar etc.)N/A5 kg/m²N/AN/AN/A
Parking garages5 kg/m² or5 kg/m²N/AoptionalN/Aoptional
Vehicle workshop / Wash bayN/AN/A5 kg/m²N/AN/A
Fibre suppressant3 kg/m²N/AN/Aoptionaloptionaloptional
Abattoirs / Food processing / Chicken processingN/AN/A7 kg/m²N/AN/A
Dry-pack granular screed: House / LodgeN/AN/A5 kg/m²optionaloptionaloptional
Aircraft hangerN/A7 kg/m²N/AoptionaloptionalN/A

Sealer is optional dependent on performance requirements.

On-site mistakes to avoid

Documented site practice, not guesswork. The things that actually cause callbacks.

  • Never water-cure polymer-modified products. The film that lets the polymer work can't form under standing water.
  • In dry, windy conditions, protect polymer-modified mortars against evaporative surface set; a film can form on top while the mortar underneath is still plastic.
  • Wet the trowel with dilute polymer solution before finishing, since a dry trowel on this surface drags and cracks.
  • Never dry-pack a fluid-flow grout. Use SDP for dry-pack, HS60/MS40/SuperFlow for fluid flow.
  • Pre-quench the substrate with clean water and keep shuttering leak-proof: an unquenched, thirsty concrete sucks the mix water out of the grout, causing plastic shrinkage cracking.
  • Cover exposed grout immediately after placement until set, then coat with a curing compound such as Samson ResinCure.
  • All our cementitious products have a shelf life of nine months to a year. Store in dry, cool storage. Avoid use of expired stock.

On site method

A six-blade finishing power float used for MBFT dry-shake floors
Six-blade finishing power float
A worker power-floating a Samson dry-shake floor on site
Power-floating a fresh dry-shake floor
A roller applying a Samson coating to a concrete floor
Roller application
Bags of Samson P3 Primer staged on site before mixing
P3 Primer staged on site

Quantities

How much do I need?

Work out your quantity, then get a trade price for exactly what the job needs.

The quantity depends on your application. Tell us about the job and our team will help you work it out.

Supply

Stock, close to your site

Our distributor network, ready to supply.

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Diamond Products

Gauteng, East Rand

011 552 8310 / 0861 75 75 75
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Diamond Products

Western Cape, Cape Town

082 377 2205 / 0861 75 75 75
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Winmar

Mpumalanga, Nelspruit

013 752 4409
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Brian Roberts Agencies

KwaZulu-Natal, Pinetown

031 700 2437
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Brian Roberts Agencies

KwaZulu-Natal, Ballito

032 947 0106
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Brian Roberts Agencies

Eastern Cape, Mthatha

047 531 1324
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Brian Roberts Agencies

Western Cape, Brackenfell

087 551 2676
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Brian Roberts Agencies

Gauteng, Fourways

079 520 0553