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What is Glass Reinforced Concrete?

GRC is a composite material, consisting of high quality glass fibre, sand, cement and other additives.

How are Keystone Products Produced?

The primary ingredients are mixed by a high shear mixer and then combined with chopped fibreglass strands as they are pumped through a spray gun, into a waiting mould.

This process is repeated several times to achieve the required thickness, and the GRC is hand rolled into the mould prior to curing, to ensure a detailed finish.

Different colours can be achieved by mixing pigment oxides into grey or white cement, or stains can be used after curing.

Depending on the item being produced, moulds are made from silicon and fibreglass or wood. The final product is left several days to fully cure.

Product Care & Warranty

Keystone furniture is offered with a 3 year repair / replacement warranty from the date of purchase. The warranty is subject to this item being used in accordance with its specifications.

Northcote Pottery strongly advises that this item should be sealed prior to use, in order to provide adequate protection from accidental spillages and stains associated with general use.

A Product Care & Warranty Information Sheet is included with all Keystone Furniture, and is also available for download in PDF format at www.northcotepottery.com/furniture-care.html

Keystone products come in secure cardboard packaging.

Please note that freight for the Keystone range must be arranged by the purchaser at their own expense.

Where can I see the whole range?

Visit www.northcotepottery.com/outdoor/keystone, or ask your Northcote representative for a Product Sheet.

Keystone Fact Sheet

About Keystone

Unique in the Australian market, Keystone outdoor furniture is manufactured from high-grade GRC (Glass Reinforced Concrete) under strict quality controls and advanced technical processes to produce a product that will stand the test of time. Available in a range of stunning designs, in textured Stone and Charcoal finishes, Keystone makes the perfect centrepiece to any outdoor area.  

Features & Benefits Glass Reinforced Cement (GRC) is more than 50%

lighter in weight than traditional pre-cast concrete due to the use of high quality glass fibres.

The use of glass fibres also acts as reinforcement for the concrete, making GRC significantly stronger and more durable than traditional concrete.

GRC is tolerant of all weather conditions, making it suitable for outdoor use. It won’t rust or rot, will not corrode, and is fire-proof.

GRC has around a 40% lower environmental impact compared to traditional steel reinforced concrete products due to reduced cement usage, and reduced transport costs due to weight. Also, the main constituents of GRC are derived from naturally occurring, non-pollutant earth oxides.