Sheet · 100–200 mm
Cementitious — indicative fig. M·06
Fire A1 Non-combustibleEmbodied carbon 0.10kgCO₂e/kg LowCompressive 20-50MPa StructuralDesign life 50yr
Decorative concrete finish created by washing/brushing off surface mortar to expose aggregate; provides texture and slip resistance.
01 Physical
Density 2500kg/m3
Specific gravity 2.3-2.4
Porosity 10-15%%
Water absorption 3-6%%
Hardness 5-7 Mohs
UV resistance Excellent
Chemical resistance Good
pH tolerance 5-11
Surface roughness Light blast: 0.5-1mm profile, Heavy blast: 2-4mm profileµm
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 2.2-4.1MPa
Compressive strength 20-50MPa
Flexural strength 3.5-5.5 MPaMPa
Shear strength 4-6 MPaMPa
Poisson's ratio 0.15-0.20
Impact resistance Good
Creep resistance 500-1000 microstrain
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 1.5-2.0 W/mKW/m·K
Specific heat 880-1000 J/kg·KJ/kg·K
Thermal expansion 10-12 × 10⁻⁶/°C×10⁻⁶/°C
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Non-combustible
Fire resistance level 90-240 minutes
Ignition temp Not applicable°C
Flame spread index 0
Smoke dev. index 0
Heat release rate 0 kW/m²
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon 250-400 kg CO₂e/m³
Carbon footprint 300-450 kg CO₂e/m³
Embodied energy 1.5-2.5 GJ/m³MJ/kg
Water footprint 180-220 L/m³L/kg
Recyclability 100%%
Recycled content 0-30%%
Renewable content 0%%
Circular score 6/10
VOC emissions < 0.5 g/L
Toxicity rating Non-toxic
LEED contribution 2-4 points
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 50-100 years
Maintenance interval 3-5 years
Warranty period 7-10 years
Material cost (range) $100-180/m²
Material cost (per unit) $350-450/m³
Lead time 1-3 days
Lifecycle cost $200-300/m²
Annual maintenance $2-5/m²
Market availability Readily available
07 Assessment
Advantages
- High durability and longevity
- Excellent slip resistance due to texture
- Low maintenance requirements compared to other paving options
- Aesthetically versatile with a wide choice of aggregate colours and types
- Good thermal mass properties
- High strength and load-bearing capacity
Constraints
- Higher initial installation cost compared to standard brushed concrete
- Requires skilled labour for proper installation and consistent finish
- Can be difficult to patch repair seamlessly
- Surface can be rough underfoot for bare feet, especially with heavy blast finishes
- Requires periodic sealing to maintain appearance and prevent staining
08 Applications
A1 Driveways
A2 Patios
A3 Pool surrounds
A4 Walkways and footpaths
A5 Public plazas
A6 Architectural wall panels
A7 Landscape features
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.