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Concrete mixes

We have two Concrete seating ranges, Core and Mesa – and we offer them in two types of finishes: Smooth and textured. Custom mixes can be offered for large volumes. We’ve outlined them below.

Furnitubes blyth concrete seating blocks in public realm scheme

Textured finish

  • Acid etched
    A very finely-textured surface achieved by washing with an acidic solution to reveal the fines and lightly expose the aggregates.
  • Exposed aggregate
    A coarse-textured finish, achieved by using retarders on the concrete to brush away the surface cement and expose the aggregates. This finish option is not available on concrete seating products.
Furnitubes concrete seating block with steel armrests

Smooth finish

  • Dressed
    A flat matt surface with minimal dressing of the ‘as struck’ cast surfaces.
  • Deluxe polished
    A highly polished and smooth surface which reveals the colour of both the concrete matrix and the aggregates (only available on flat surfaces).
Furnitubes-Elements bench with concrete supports by the dockside

Waterproof sealant

A matt waterproof sealant is applied as standard to all finish options on mixes
  • Dark Grey FCH1

Sealant is an optional extra on all other mixes and finishes. Although the sealant itself is clear, its application will darken the concrete compared with an uncoated finish.

Mesa concrete bench in terracotta in Millharbour scheme

Samples

Swatches shown should be considered indicative only. Please contact us to obtain samples to ensure that you specify and order the desired colour mix and finish.

Graffiti Removal

In areas where graffiti is expected,consideration should be given to the application of a proprietary anti-graffiti coating. Various coating systems are available, each with different application methods, cleaning processes for removing graffiti and restorative work required after cleaning to provide on-going protection. Get in touch to discuss available options.

We would advise against the cleaning of graffiti using very high pressure water lances close to the surface with a focused jet. Water cleaning should always be cleaned with a good fan of water at an angle to the surface, otherwise there is a risk of etching cleaning lines into the surface of the concrete.

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