Sizes

There is no limit to actual panel size but there may be constraints on size due to the specific application of transfer. Our staff will assist you in developing a program that best fits the parameters that you are working with. Limitations might include handling, graphical boundaries or actual design limitations. These panels can hold a single image or be a part of a larger image utilizing tiled composite panels as shown in the sample to the right.

Thickness

The thickness of our work can range from 1.5" up to 12" depending upon the application of the work it will be incorporated in or on. We have been testing "textile concrete" for the creation of work that will give us the opportunity to offer thick nesses of 3/8" to 1/2" or more. This new development will create an entire genre of materials used in the creation of floor tile, wall tiling and application of a concrete surface onto an existing wall without concern of weight. More on Textile Concrete.Our staff will recommend suggested thickness based on each application. We are currently testing our design mix for application of strength and load bearing capability for structural applications.

Concrete Mix Design Options

Intaglio Composites uses a high performance Self Consolidating Concrete (SCC) to create a higher strength, more dense, lower permeability concrete.

We also use an unlimited range of pigments and additional pozzolanic materials to produce a high quality "fair finish" to achieve the greatest contrast between the form or smooth surface and the etched Intaglio Impressions in the concrete.

After Care Options

Intaglio Composites recommends the use of high performance fully penetrating siloxanes for maximum weathering and protection, although nothing is required.

When the Litho-Crete™ composite is used horizontally, a high performance sealer appropriate to the conditions of use should be used to reduce wearing of the image. We are currently testing a variety of sealants and will provide a full and detailed report once testing is complete.

Process Synopsis

You will be asked to provide your visual collage of work to be reproduced. Once received, we will assess the work and determine the proper method of interpretation for the work as it is being applied.

Considerations that must be observed is the contrast, clarity and quality of the graphical work submitted. We will provide an assessment of the work and create a visual comparison study for your final approval.

Once all images are approved, we begin the process of transferring the design to the final concrete composition.

Your imagination is the limit of this expanse!

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