Skip to main content

FORMCRETE® Exposed Aggregates Flooring

As the name implies, exposed aggregates flooring is a concrete or cement floor finishing in which the aggregates on the surface are revealed, these would be otherwise concealed by the thin layer of cement paste. Exposed aggregates flooring is among the earliest and the most popular decorative concrete flooring in use for over hundreds of years. Still, it never goes out of fashion and offers a timeless appearance with many other practical advantages such as anti-skidding property, easy maintenance, least expensive and unlimited possibilities in aesthetic appearance due to the vast choices of aggregates selection.

We make the above floor finishing possible by offering our newly formulated FormCrete Exposed Aggregate Surface Retarder to retard the setting of cement on the freshly laid concrete or cement surfaces for a period of 14-20 hours hence allowing the un-set cement paste to be washed away by means of a water jet thus revealing the beautiful aggregates beneath.

Project Reference

Application of FORMCRETE® Exposed Aggregates Flooring

Why Choose Exposed Aggregates Flooring

Natural & Elegant Aesthetic

Showcases the beauty of natural stone and aggregates, adding texture and visual appeal to any space.

Durable & High-Performance

Designed for heavy foot traffic and outdoor conditions, ensuring long-lasting strength and wear resistance.

Slip-Resistant Surface

Provides enhanced traction, making it a safe flooring choice for walkways, driveways, and public spaces.

Low Maintenance & Weather Resistant

Resistant to stains, fading, and weathering, requiring minimal upkeep for a timeless look.

Application Method

1. POURING & LAYING OF CONCRETE

2. LEVELLING AND TROWELLING OF CONCRETE

3. EDGING THE PERIMETER USING EDGER

4. CREATING BORDER USING GROOVER

5. SPRINKLING OF THE SELECTED AGGREGATES / CHIPPING ON THE CONCRETE SURFACE (1st round)

6. TROWELLING TO EMBED AGGREGATES/CHIPPINGS INTO CONCRETE SURFACE (1st round)

7. SPRINKLING THE SELECTED AGGREGATES / CHIPPING ON THE CONCRETE SURFACE (2nd round)

8. TROWELLING TO EMBED AGGREGATES/CHIPPINGS INTO CONCRETE SURFACE (2nd round)

9. SPRAYING OF THE SURFACE RETARDER EVENLY ON THE CONCRETE SURFACE USING A PUMP SPRAYER

10. COVER WITH PLASTIC SHEET AND SPRINKLE SOME WATER ON TOP OF PLASTIC SHEET FOR CURING PROCESS

11. AFTER 16-20 HOURS OF CURING, WASH THE CONCRETE SURFACE USING HIGH PRESSURE WATER JET TO EXPOSE THE AGGREGATES/CHIPPINGS.

12. APLICATION OF PROTECTIVE SEALER (OPTIONAL) AFTER THE CONCRETE DRIED COMPLETELY.

Exposed Aggregate Surface Retarder Flooring

– System Materials, Tools And Equipments

Fresno Spring Steel 36”

Stainless Steel Groover

Stainless Steel Edger

High Pressure Water Jet

Exposed Aggregates Surface Retarder 25kg/drum
(Also available in 5 kg/pack)

Backpack Sprayer

Solvent-Borne Clear Acrylic Sealer

Kindly download our Technical Data Sheet (TDS) for more information.

Technical Data (TDS)