2. Class 2, Rubbed Finish.

After performing a Class 1 finish, rub surfaces with a wetted wooden block or a
medium coarse carborundum stone, using a small amount of mortar on its face. Do not use the carborundum
stone until the concrete has hardened to the state where the sand grinds rather than ravels or rolls. Continue
rubbing until form marks, projections, and irregularities have been removed, voids are filled, and a uniform
surface has been obtained. Leave the paste produced by this rubbing in place. After the entire surface of the
structure has been rubbed and the paste has dried, obtain the final finish by rubbing with a fine carborundum
stone and water until the entire surface is of a smooth texture and uniform color.
I. Protecting Concrete Structures. Post warning tape around flatwork such as bridge decks, pavement, sidewalks,
driveways, and islands during the curing period. Provide wet burlap or polyethylene sheeting to protect the edges
and surface of the plastic concrete from precipitation.
Do not drive piles within 200 feet of concrete that is being placed or has been placed within the previous 24 hours
unless approved by the RE. Ensure that salt or brackish water does not come in contact with the concrete for a period
of 28 days after being placed.
J. Loading Concrete Structures. Do not allow anything other than the curing materials on concrete surfaces for
24 hours after placing the concrete. The Contractor may begin constructing forms for subsequent concrete
placements after the forms from the underlying concrete can be removed as specified in 504.03.02.G. After the forms
have been constructed and at least 3 days after the underlying concrete has been placed, the Contractor may perform
subsequent concrete placements. The Contractor may begin storing materials, backfilling, or other loading on the
concrete surface 3 days after the concrete has been placed if the forms can be removed as specified in 504.03.02.G.

504.03.03 Epoxy Waterproofing

Provide a copy of the manufacturer’s recommendations to the RE at least 5 days before applying epoxy waterproofing.
Apply epoxy waterproofing to abutment and pier seats after applying the finish and at least 3 days after stripping the forms,
and to the tops of slabs of culverts having less than 2 feet of fill and an HMA overlay directly over that slab. Do not apply
epoxy waterproofing to riding surfaces.
Immediately before application, clean the surfaces of dirt, grease, form oil, or other foreign material that may have
accumulated. Do not apply epoxy waterproofing unless the ambient temperature is between 40 and 85 °F at the time of
application. Mix and apply the epoxy waterproofing according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. If necessary,
bushhammer bearing surfaces to their proper elevations before applying the epoxy waterproofing. Apply 2 coats of epoxy
waterproofing using a brush or roller. Allow the first coat to dry before applying the second coat. Ensure that the total
thickness of the coatings is 10 mils.
While the second coat is still tacky, broadcast grit at uniform rate of 5 pounds per square yard over the top surfaces by
hand, except on masonry plate bearing areas. After the epoxy waterproofing has set, brush off excess grit and dispose of
as specified in 201.03.01.H.
Allow the epoxy waterproofing to completely dry before placing any material against the concrete member.

504.03.04 Concrete Staining

Prior to staining, examine the surfaces to be stained. Bring areas requiring patching or repair to the attention of the RE.
A. Submittals. Submit product information and manufacturer color chip sample for approval by the Office of
Landscape Architecture.
B. Cleaning. After the concrete areas and any patching has cured for at least 28 days, power wash all surfaces for initial
preparation at a minimum pressure of 2,500 psi using a 25 degree tip and a standoff distance of 2 feet. Verify that
all foreign materials, such as dirt, dust and form oil, have been removed and surfaces are clean prior to application of
primer and stain. If contaminants are still present after initial preparation, vary power washing parameters or use
other suitable methods to clean surfaces.
C. Test Staining. Complete a test staining program for porosity, adhesion, and color acceptance before staining
operations on approved textural mock-ups or in place according to contract plans. Test area(s) to include both smooth
and textured concrete sections. Prepare test area for initial surface preparation as described in 504.03.04.B for
inspection by the RE. If the staining mock-ups are approved, they may be included as part of the final construction.

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