made with formliner made with graphic concrete

3D formliner or graphic concrete?

• the membrane is disposable (used once) and flexible to use with different sized elements

• saves time in preparing the casting mold

• the final concrete surface is straight - stays clean and is easy to maintain

• there are no formed edges that might break when moving / installing the slab

• the image does not affect the thickness of the slab (= amount of concrete —> weight, cost for material /

transportation / installation)

• the pattern can continue around the edges if wanted

• the image is visible in different lights, from all directions

• various color possibilities (partly exposed surface)

• interesting at many levels, depending on viewing distance

• adds the element of surprise —> reaction / interaction

3D formliner or graphic concrete?

Graphic concrete advantages:

General- GC ADVANTAGES

• the graphic concrete surface is ready as such, it needs no additional treatment or cladding

• as a ready-to-install surface it saves time during construction

• the image is 100% made of concrete, the surface is as durable as the concrete itself

• it is virtually maintenance free; saves costs during the whole lifespan of the building

• it is very suitable for high- rise construction / infrastructure and similar projects exposed to extreme

conditions, but can also be used for the finest interior designs

• there is no limit to the design possibilities (image / color / size…)

• excellent customer service is always included for no additional cost (over-all consulting / pattern design

support / technical assistance)

• we offer strong marketing support for GC-distributors and concrete prefabricators (print material,

newsletters, extensive digital visibility, image bank, event-collaboration, sample-membranes…)

• we react on feedback - continuous research & development

• we have nearly 20 years of experience; 600 references in 25 countries

techniques similar to graphic concrete - GC ADVANTAGES

• the graphic concrete membrane is an environmentally friendly product

• it is safe to use; no hazardous substances or dust

• proven to work well with different types of concrete and -casting techniques

• possibilities to adjust and fine tune the depth of the wash / “etching”

• graphic concrete offers ultimate flexibility; it is always customized according to the project

liquid retarders, sand-blasting, acid etching…