Etch

Brickform® E-Etch is an environmentally friendly, industrial-strength concrete cleaner, degreaser, and light etching solution designed to properly prepare cementitious surfaces for acid staining, decorative overlays, water-based stains, and coatings. Formulated without hydrochloric acid, E-Etch safely opens concrete pores while removing dirt, grease, efflorescence, scuff marks, and contaminants that interfere with bonding. Its biodegradable, non-corrosive formula is safe for interior and exterior use in commercial, industrial, and institutional environments. Ideal for slab preparation before staining or sealing, E-Etch delivers consistent results with minimal impact on acid stain color while rinsing clean with water.

Brickform® Select-Etch is a water-based concrete surface retarder engineered to create consistent sand finishes and exposed aggregate concrete with precise depth control. Designed for architectural flatwork and decorative concrete, Select-Etch slows surface hydration to achieve anything from a light acid-wash look to full aggregate exposure. Available in 12 color-coded exposure depths, it provides reliable visual coverage control and uniform results across varying jobsite conditions. Select-Etch creates a naturally slip-resistant surface, performs in hot or cold weather, and is solvent-free and VOC compliant. Available in convenient 1- and 5-gallon containers, it is ideal for patios, walkways, plazas, and architectural slabs requiring controlled aggregate reveal and refined texture.