LITHOCRETE®
Lithocrete® is the original patented concrete system that has redefined fine plazas and other hardscape creations nationwide.
Lithocrete’s® unique colors and textures combine to create the perfect finish for large building plazas, museums, public
buildings and municipal projects. It is a natural granite and/or stone finish permanently imbedded into the surface of
structural concrete with Shaw & Sons’ own unique finishing process. Due to its small crushed size, Lithocrete® has become
a favorite for hospital entries where patients, handicapped people and visitors require a non-abrasive surface that remains
non-slip even when wet from inclement weather. Lithocrete® easily works over grade or on structure, and can configure
to variable grades and conditions. With System 1 Lithocrete®, there are also two additional patents that enable the use of
reactive materials including natural shells and heat-fractured, recycled glass, which has sustainable attributes.
Lithocrete® is currently the product of choice in Los Angeles’ world-renowned Century City mixed-use district. Five major
projects in Century Park East have selected Lithocrete® for both new construction and hardscape renovations.
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Although resilient and hardy, Lithocrete consists of a delicate balance of materials that require for optimum performance
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use of special products such as Lithocrete Etch Retarder that promotes flawless results of the finished product. Litho-Etch
Retarder® is an exclusive formula limited to use by Lithocrete® licensees and is the result of years of chemical analysis
based on Shaw & Sons’ research and development. Lithocrete® Conditioner enables a uniform finished product while LithoSeal Sealer is a one-time application that dramatically increases surface tension and protects Lithocrete® year-after-year
while greatly reducing maintenance.
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Lithocrete Etch Retarder®.
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Lithocrete Etch Retarder® application.
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