• Powder Release is used to prevent concrete stamps and tools from sticking to the fresh concrete.
• Generally used to stamp decorative concrete, and create a different color in the finished concrete in areas where the stamp or tool was pushed into the concrete.
  
• LITHOCHROME™ Antiquing Release powder provides a natural, weathered antique appearance that accents the depth of the pattern and adds realistic variation to imprinted or textured concrete.
• A darker color of release is generally used over a lighter colored concrete for better appearance of relief and depth.
  
• Available in standard colors (see color chart below).
• Specialty colors available, but with a 15 bag minimum order. Any color in the color charts below that has an * next to it, and is not listed in the drop-down menu selection above, is a special-order only color, due to the 15 bag minimum. Please contact us to order.

• Sold in 25 Pound Pails to assist in use and storage of the release powder.
• Average coverage is 600-800 sq. ft. per bucket (use 3-4 lbs per 100 sq. ft.)
• Coverage rates vary with pattern and color.

Technical Documents:

• View LITHOCHROME TDS.
• View LITHOCHROME MSDS.
  

• View LITHOCHROME TDS for application data.
• Broadcast over the surface by hand (sprinkle or throw) or with a mason's brush.
  
• Also brush release onto stamps and tools prior to use.
  
• Use with adequate Ventilation. Do not breathe dust.
  
• Wear safety goggles, gloves and dust (particulate) respirator.
  
• Over-application of release will result in less texture in the pattern.
• Allow concrete to cure, usually a few days, before washing off the Release Powder with water.
  
• About 90% of the release should be removed prior to sealing to ensure a good bond of sealer to the concrete.
  
• Remove the release from the highs, BUT NOT THE LOWS of the stamped imprint.