I'm making some ornamental blocks to repair a garden wall. They have a sloping front face with exposed stone chippings. I have just about got the knack of making them - 1-3-6 mix cement sand aggregate. Leave them to set overnight, brush and wash gently to expose stone.
The remaining problem I'm having is the colour. For the original
1930's wall the concrete is a sort of grey-beige colour. My new blocks are sparkling white, including the ones I made a year ago.I suppose I could start adding dye, but wondered if the answer is more in the mix I'm using. Maybe I'm not accurate.
Any thoughts on improving what I'm doing.
Thanks
Tony