CHROMIX Color Concrete™ is Prairie Materials’ integral color solution for projects that call for consistent color through the full depth of the concrete. Because the pigment is mixed into the batch rather than applied at the surface, the finished material is designed to hold color more evenly as the concrete wears over time. That makes it a practical choice for architectural concrete, decorative flatwork, walls, sidewalks, patios, and precast work where appearance matters from placement through service.
For project teams, the value is simple. CHROMIX Color Concrete™ helps create a more uniform result without relying on surface coloring that can wear unevenly. Prairie Materials can present it as a dependable option when the project calls for color that is built into the mix and supported by familiar placement practices.
CHROMIX Color Concrete™ uses concentrated pigment granules or dispersions that are designed to blend evenly into the concrete mix. That approach supports streak-free color and repeatable results from batch to batch, which is especially important on projects where appearance needs to remain consistent across multiple pours or visible surfaces. The product is also designed to have minimal impact on workability, so crews can place it without changing the basic flow of the job.
The pigments are formulated to resist weathering, ultraviolet exposure, and alkali conditions, which helps the color hold up in outdoor environments. Prairie Materials can position CHROMIX Color Concrete™ as a practical finish solution for architects, builders, and owners who want integrated color without adding extra finishing steps or depending on topical treatments.
If your project calls for colored concrete with dependable placement and lasting visual consistency, our team can help you review CHROMIX Color Concrete™ and determine whether it fits the job.
Contact our team at (708) 458-0400 to request more information about CHROMIX Color Concrete™ or ask for product literature.
Pigment is added directly to the concrete, helping create more uniform color from surface to core.
The product is designed to be UV stable, lightfast, and alkali resistant for outdoor use.
CHROMIX Color Concrete™ can be used for floors, walls, steps, sidewalks, pavers, precast elements, and water features.
On architectural concrete, decorative flatwork, sidewalks, patios, walls, pavers, and precast elements. The product is used in cast-in-place, precast, and dry-cast applications.
No. It is an integral color solution, so the pigment is mixed throughout the concrete rather than applied only at the surface. That helps support a more consistent appearance as the concrete ages and wears.
Yes. The source material describes CHROMIX as weather-resistant, UV-stable, lightfast, and alkali-resistant, which makes it suitable for outdoor concrete applications.
No. The product is designed as a pre-packaged or dispersible admixture that can be added directly to the mix with minimal impact on workability.
Yes. The source material notes that CHROMIX does not migrate from standing water and can be used for fountains, pools, and water features.
