Abstract of
GB2415962
A brick dyeing system that is supplied in an easy to use, 'do-it-yourself' kit which enables the user to enhance or completely alter the colour of their brickwork or masonry, comprising: <SL> <LI>a) 1 x mixing vessel <LI>b) 1 x pot of concentrated liquid colour pigment <LI>c) 1 x pot of liquid fixing agent <LI>d) 1 x pair of protective gloves <LI>e) 1 x test application brush <LI>f) 1 x instruction leaflet </SL> The brick dye is characterised in that it is a non-film forming composition.
Publication info: GB0402834D D0 - 2004-03-17 GB2415962 A - 2006-01-11
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CLAIMS
1. A means to produce a composition for tinting brickwork, masonry, mortar and the like, comprising a first vessel containing a liquid concentrate of coloured pigment, and a second vessel containing a liquid fixing agent to be mixed with said liquid concentrate.
2. A means to produce a composition, as claimed in claim 1, further comprising a third vessel adapted for the composition to be mixed therein, and to contain the first and second vessels on supply.
3. A means to produce a composition, as claimed in either claim] or claim 2, further comprising instruction means bearing instructions for mixing the composition.
4. A means to produce a composition, as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, further comprising brush means adapted to apply the composition to a substrate such as brickwork or the like.
5. A means to produce a composition, as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein the composition produced is a non-film-fomning composition.
6. A means to produce a composition for tinting brickwork, masonry, mortar and the like, substantially as described herein with reference to the Diagrams of the accompanying drawings.
7. A method of tinting brickwork, masonry, mortar and the like, comprising the steps of providing a liquid concentrate of coloured pigment, providing a liquid fixing agent, mixing the liquid concentrate and the fixing agent and applying the mixture to the brickwork or the like.
8. A method as claimed in claim 7, comprising the additional step of mixing water with the liquid concentrate and the fixing agent.
9. A method as claimed in either claim 7 or claim 8, comprising the additional step of applying the mixture to a test area of brickwork or the like and assessing a colour change produced.
10. A method as claimed in claim 9, comprising the step of diluting the mixture with water should said colour change exceed a desired degree.
A method as claimed in claim 9, comprising the step of applying the mixture repeatedly to the test area until a desired colour change is achieved.
12. A method as claimed in any one of claims 7 to 11, comprising the steps of providing the liquid concentrate in a first vessel, providing the fixing agent in a second vessel and providing a third vessel adapted for the liquid concentrate and fixing agent to be mixed therein, said first and second vessels being supplied within said third vessel.
13. A method as claimed in any one of claims 7 to 12, wherein the mixing step is carried out by shaking the liquid concentrate and fixing agent together within a sealed vessel, optionally within a sealed said third vessel.
14. A method as claimed in any one of claims 7 to 13, comprising the step of blending more than one said mixture to produce a desired colour.
15. A method of tinting brickwork, masonry, mortar and or the like, substantially as described herein, and with reference to the Diagrams of the accompanying drawings.
Description
DESCRIPTION
BRICK DYE KIT
This invention relates to a Brick Dyeing System that enables the user to alter the colour of their bricks or mortar, by dyeing them with the custom colours provided in an easy-to-use do-it-yourself kit.
When repairwork is carried out to brickwork or an extension or brick porch has been added to a house, often new bricks do not match the originals. Also if someone may not like the colour of a brick fireplace or any internal or external brick feature.
The object of this invention is to provide the user with the appropriate colour stains for them to dilute so they can produce and apply their own brick dye to the required shade, thereby blending-in new brickwork to old or completely changing the colour for personal preference.
The brick dye is a microfine colour solution that soaks well into most masonry and also colours the surface. Unlike most masonry paints, this system does not produce a film forming coat, will not peel or flake and has no maintenance commitments.
A preferred embodiment of the invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings in which Diagram 1 shows a view of the pot (a) that contains the brick dye kit Diagram 2 shows the pot with its sealed lid now open with all the contents removed. The contents include: 1 x pot of concentrated liquid colour pigment (b) 1 x pot of liquid fixing agent (c) 1 x pair of protective gloves (d) 1 x test application brush (e) 1 x instruction leaflet (0 The original pot containing these items will form part of the kit. This will be the vessel for mixing and containing the diluted finished product.
When all the contents are removed, the directions for use have been read, the user will put on the gloves, then add approx. 1 pint of clean water to the mixing vessel (a). The concentrated liquid colour pigment (b) can now be added to the water, followed by the fixing agent (c). The lid of the mixing vessel (a) can now be closed securely and shaken to thoroughly mix the contents. The product is now ready for applying.
Open the mixing vessel, then using the brush, apply to a test area of masonry to determine the colour. If the colour appears too dark, then more water may be added (there is sufficient fixing agent incorporated to allow the user to make up to 2.5 times the original mixed volume of product. (A separate vessel would be required for larger quantities). If the test area is too light, then more coats may be applied until the required colour or shade Is reached.
When adding more water it is wise to record these additions, should you require more product in the future. Once the required colour is achieved the product can be applied to the bricks or mortar using any standard paintbrush or spray application system.
CLAIMS
1) A brick dye kit containing concentrated ingredients, mixing vessel and test application brush.
2) Pigmented dyes can be created and blended to produce a wide range of colours by the general public for brickwork and masonry applications.
