Craftsman Mix

Enhanced version of Buddy's original concrete countertop concrete mix. An artisan concrete blend designed to exhibit clay-like properties in the wet state. The consistency of the mix lends itself to use with Buddy’s signature press technique, applying up vertical surfaces with minimal molding and simplicity of application. Also ideal for troweling and can be plasticized to create a castable mix. Has all of the necessary high-performance ingredients pre-blended, including curing polymer, such that only water and necessary reinforcement need to be added.

The workability of the mix can be changed with the addition of water reducers (Adva 555 or 420). Primary reinforcement can be achieved using Acrylic Fibers AC50. Typically cast at 1,25” -,” thick, but can be cast thinner, particularly with the use of Alkali Resistant Glass Fiber in the backer mix (consideration must be given in the handling and support of the piece). The mix uses all white ingredients. Can be pigmented using any of the Buddy Rhodes Pigments or painted with Concrete Glaze. 

Technical Data Sheet

Product Specifications:
Packaging: 50 lb Bag Craftsman Mix
Color: Bone White
Coverage: +/- 5 ft² at 1” Thick
Total Cementitious Binder: 20,5 lb per Bag
Density: 110 to 130 pcf
Compressive Strength,
                            after 1 Day: 4 798 PSI
                                   7 Days: 7 896 PSI
                                 28 Days: 8 793 PSI