Aquashield and Friction Block reduce efflorescence and water absorption, creating a stronger and aesthetically pleasing block or paver.
Our proof is in the mix:
Aquashield Test Results 2010:
Cement Mix 500 lbs PSI STRENGTH Block 1 5111 Block 2 5041 Block 3 6281 Average 5478 ABSORPTION # 5.18 lbs % 3.7%
Friction Block Test Results 2010:
| Cement Mix | 500 lbs |
|
PSI STRENGTH |
|
|
Block 1 |
3991 |
|
Block 2 |
3930 |
|
Block 3 |
5429 |
|
Average |
4450 |
|
ABSORPTION |
|
|
# |
7.11 lbs |
|
% |
5.26% |
Pavers without Aquashield added into the mix:
Result: Large water absorption and discoloration
Concrete Blocks with Aquashield added to the mix:
Result: stronger concrete blocks, less water absorption, asthetically pleasing.