Do Richcliff® pavers stand up against muriatic acid? Let's find out which one comes out stronger: the standard paver or Richcliff.
In this video, we placed a standard thru-mix paver and a Richcliff paver from our Elegance™ collection face down into separate trays of muriatic acid for 5 minutes, to see which paver can handle the most extreme conditions.
Before using muriatic acid, it's important to know what it is and how to handle it safely. Also called hydrochloric acid, it is classified as a strong acid and is a colorless solution with a distinctive pungent smell. This type of acid is a component of the gastric acid found in the digestive systems of most animal species, including humans. Being a strong acid, it is highly corrosive, so we recommend if you are working with muriatic acid that you wear protective rubber gloves when handling such concentrated solutions. Vapors or mists from muriatic acid are considered a respiratory hazard as well as an irritant to the eyes, so protective goggles, a respirator, or a facemask are highly advised when handling muriatic acid.
Learn more about Richcliff: Inspired by the texture of natural cut flagstone, Richcliff offers superior durability and timeless appeal for patios, walkways, and even driveways when utilizing the Random Bundle. A multitude of stone textures were cast using Reala™ Technology, which ensures that finished projects will have a completely random, and natural appearance. And unlike natural stone, which can crack, split, and fade, Richcliff is virtually indestructible. Ultima™ Concrete Technology makes Richcliff up to four times stronger than conventional poured concrete. A new large rectangle size is now available for use on its own or in combination with the traditional 3-stone random bundle for expanded patterning options and a larger-scale look.
Learn more about Elegance: Deep, rich colors and a multitude of unique Reala™ textures combine to deliver the timeless beauty of Unilock Elegance. From the timeworn look of European cobblestones to the classic luxury of riven natural stone slabs, our Elegance collection offers styles you can’t get anywhere else and thanks to Ultima™ Concrete, the look you purchase is the look that will last, with up to 4x the strength of poured in place concrete.
Product Used:
Paver - Richcliff
If you’re a homeowner looking to start a hardscape project, here are some excellent resources to help get you started:
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• Download our Project Planning Guide: unilock.com/project-planning-...
• Request a Design Idea Catalog: unilock.com/request-a-catalog/
• Visit an Outdoor Idea Center: unilock.com/outdoor-idea-center/
Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:08 Muriatic Acid in Trays
0:19 Placing Pavers in Acid
0:38 Removing Pavers from Acid
0:47 Final Results after Paver Acid Test
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Unilock, a family-owned and operated business, originally introduced the paving stone to North America in 1972. Backed by family values and a commitment to quality, Unilock has grown to become the premier manufacturer of paving stones and retaining walls. Traveling the globe in search of inspiration, Unilock strives to stay on the leading edge of design and manufacturing innovation, to reflect the evolving needs, wants, and sense of style of its customers.