{"title":"Concrete Finishing \u0026 Surface Treatments","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop Concrete Finishing \u0026amp; Surface Treatments for professional products designed to help achieve quality results when working with decorative and exposed concrete. Our range includes concrete retarders, formGel, surface treatments, release agents and other specialist concrete finishing products from trusted brands including Prime. Ideal for concrete contractors, applicators and DIY users working on exposed aggregate, decorative concrete and other concrete finishing projects.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hydrochloric-acid-hcl-33","title":"Hydrochloric Acid (HCI) 33%","description":"\u003cp\u003eHydrochloric Acid 33% is a concentrated 20L acid solution designed for cleaning, etching and preparing concrete surfaces prior to sealing, coating or resurfacing. It helps remove efflorescence, cement residue, dirt and other surface contaminants to improve coating adhesion.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.primeexposure.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PRIME-HYDROCHLORIC-ACID-33.docx.pdf\" title=\"PRIME HYDROCHLORIC ACID 33% SDS\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCREDIT SWAP SYSTEM: \u003c\/strong\u003eReturn your drum that was previously purchased from us in good clean condition and we will deduct $10 from your Hydrochloric Acid drum purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Concrete Sealing Supplies","offers":[{"title":"20L","offer_id":50344605810917,"sku":"125579","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/7982\/8709\/files\/Hydrochloric_Acid_33__20L__Pakenham.jpg?v=1786354184"},{"product_id":"prime-retarder-exposed-aggregate-concrete-retarder","title":"Prime Retarder | Exposed Aggregate Concrete Retarder","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePrime Retarder is a professional concrete surface retarder designed to expose aggregate in freshly placed concrete. The water-soluble retarder slows the setting of the surface cement paste, allowing the surface layer to be washed away to reveal the underlying aggregate. It is suitable for both horizontal and vertical concrete surfaces. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive fluorescent green colour makes it easy to see where the product has been applied, helping achieve even coverage and reduce missed areas. Its formulation is designed to provide controlled application with reduced run-off and consistent aggregate exposure. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrime Retarder is supplied ready to use and should be applied undiluted at approximately 0.2–0.3 L\/m². For best results, Prime recommends covering the treated concrete in warm or windy conditions and generally washing off the following day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prime Exposure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52091112227045,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/7982\/8709\/files\/Prime_Retarder.png?v=1786613942"},{"product_id":"prime-hill-assist-retarder-exposed-aggregate-concrete-retarder","title":"Prime Hill Assist Retarder | Exposed Aggregate Concrete Retarder","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePrime Hill Assist Retarder is a professional exposed aggregate concrete retarder specially formulated for use on stairs, slopes, inclines, declines and vertical concrete surfaces. Its thicker viscosity helps prevent the retarder from running down gradients, allowing more controlled and consistent aggregate exposure. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrime Hill Assist works by delaying the set of the surface cement paste, allowing the surface to be washed away to expose the aggregate beneath. The distinctive fluorescent green colour makes application easy to see, helping reduce missed or untreated areas. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe improved surface adhesion and thicker formulation make Prime Hill Assist particularly suited to applications where a standard concrete retarder may run or move on the surface. It is also designed to perform well in warm and windy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prime Exposure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52091123400933,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/7982\/8709\/files\/Prime_HIll_Assist_Retarder.png?v=1786613940"},{"product_id":"prime-formgel-exposed-aggregate-concrete-formwork-retarder","title":"Prime Formgel | Exposed Aggregate Concrete Formwork Retarder","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePrime Formgel is a water-soluble concrete formwork retarder designed to expose aggregate in concrete. Applied to formwork before the concrete pour, the thick gel retards the surface cement paste, allowing the formwork to be removed and the concrete surface exposed after curing. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thick gel formulation helps maintain coverage on vertical and horizontal formwork, while the fluorescent green colour makes application easy to see and helps reduce missed areas. Prime Formgel is ready to use straight from the drum and should not be diluted or mixed before application. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the formwork is removed, the retarded surface slurry can be removed using a stiff broom and hose or a high-pressure cleaner to reveal the aggregate. Exposure time is dependent on weather conditions, concrete strength and other site conditions, with Prime indicating a typical wash-off window of approximately 6–48 hours after pouring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prime Exposure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52091166851301,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/7982\/8709\/files\/Prime_Formgel_358d7488-76b9-4334-8a0b-28df0fb5da84.png?v=1786616918"},{"product_id":"prime-evaploc-concrete-evaporation-retardant-curing-aid","title":"Prime Evaploc | Concrete Evaporation Retardant \u0026 Curing Aid","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePrime Evaploc is a concentrated concrete evaporation retardant and curing aid designed to reduce moisture loss from freshly placed concrete. When sprayed onto the concrete surface, it forms a temporary film that slows evaporation, helping reduce the risk of plastic shrinkage and hairline cracking while keeping the concrete workable for longer. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrime Evaploc is particularly useful in hot, dry and windy conditions, where rapid moisture loss can cause the concrete surface to crust over before finishing is complete. It helps maintain a creamy surface feel under the trowel, making finishing easier without altering the concrete's strength or durability. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concentrated formula is diluted with water before application, making it an economical solution for large concrete areas. The fluorescent green colour provides clear visibility during application to help achieve even coverage. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrime Evaploc can also be applied over Prime Retarder on exposed aggregate concrete. This helps protect the retarded surface from moisture loss, can reduce wash-off times by up to 50%, and is particularly useful where covering the concrete with polythene is impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prime Exposure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52091237007589,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/7982\/8709\/files\/Prime_Evaploc.png?v=1786613941"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/7982\/8709\/collections\/Prime_Concrete_Surface_Treatments.png?v=1786613986","url":"https:\/\/concretesealingsupplies.com.au\/collections\/concrete-finishing-surface-treatments.oembed","provider":"Concrete Sealing Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}