Concrete Exchange Makes the Great Outdoors Even Better with New Mix
Berkeley, CA (May 2012) – Concrete Exchange announces the debut of CX Pro-Formula Concrete Countertop All-Weather, the newest addition to the time-tested CX Pro-Formula line—celebrating its 10th year as the concrete mix formulation trusted by professionals. This high-performance mix is formulated for both precast and pour-in-place applications, available in several popular colors. It enables both professionals and DIYers to create designer-quality outdoor projects such as planters, benches, fire tables, fire pits, barbecue surrounds, furniture, tabletops, and garden sculptures.
Developed to meet the demands of exterior applications, CX Pro-Formula All-Weather blends crack-prevention agents, premium fade-resistant pigments, and freeze-thaw additives for built-in climate flexibility. By combining the mix with locally sourced bagged concrete and water, users can achieve a durable, high-quality finish ideal for any outdoor environment.
Great for Both Pros and DIYers
According to Mike Heidebrink, President of Concrete Exchange, “Professionals will appreciate how Pro-Formula All-Weather removes the hassle of sourcing, measuring, and blending multiple materials from different suppliers. Crews can spend more time on forming and finishing details, rather than managing inventory and material prep.”
For DIYers, the mix’s pre-measured formula offers more time to focus on creativity. Adding local bagged concrete mix and water to a 1 cu.ft. CX Pro-Formula All-Weather package yields a ready-to-use, workable blend that delivers professional-level results.
Available in six popular colors—Charcoal, Sand, Saddle, Stone, Amber, and Platinum—as well as a Base option for custom coloring with Concrete Exchange Base Pigments—CX Pro-Formula All-Weather delivers consistent, fade-resistant color, high strength, and a refined surface finish across projects.
Pro-Formula Performance
Concrete Exchange, in partnership with Interstar, formulated Pro-Formula All-Weather to withstand extreme weather conditions. The mix increases resistance to cracking and surface spalling while expanding and contracting with temperature changes to extend the life and beauty of outdoor concrete.
Whether exposed to harsh northern freezes or intense desert heat, CX Pro-Formula All-Weather holds up under demanding conditions.
Performance Features Include:
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Easy to Use—Just Add Bagged Concrete Mix + Water
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Premium Fade-Resistant Colors
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Stronger, Smoother Concrete Surfaces
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Built-in Freeze/Thaw Flexibility
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Minimizes Cracking and Spalling
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Suitable for Unlimited Precast and Pour-in-Place Applications
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Reliable, Repeatable Results
Sold in 1 cu.ft. units, Pro-Formula All-Weather keeps costs lower by avoiding the high expense of shipping bulk concrete. For maximum strength performance, a 5,000 psi bagged concrete—such as Sakrete 5000-Plus—is recommended. The mix is ideal for countertops, furniture, walls, patios, sidewalks, and pavers.
Lisa Stern, Director at Interstar, noted, “Over the past several years, our relationship with Concrete Exchange has been built on a shared commitment to product quality and responsive customer support. Customers aren’t just buying a mix—they’re gaining access to the expertise behind it.”
Making the Great Outdoors Even Better
The growing popularity of outdoor living spaces has shifted design priorities. Elements once reserved for interiors—comfortable seating, built-in kitchens, and fireplaces—are now common features outdoors. Outdoor kitchens are evolving beyond simple grilling areas into fully functional, social gathering spaces where food preparation is part of the entertainment.
With CX Pro-Formula All-Weather, both professionals and hobbyists have a versatile, durable, and visually appealing solution for these environments. The mix offers the creative freedom to produce custom outdoor features with lasting beauty—whether that means a sleek modern countertop, a rustic fire pit, or intricate garden accents.
CX Pro-Formula All-Weather is available online at store.concreteexchange.com, along with outdoor project examples, a complete color palette, and detailed product information.