Outdoor concrete stains sealed with two coats. This method combines the color and sealer, eliminating a step or two. Notice how rain water beads up on the surface. Acid Staining Few will argue the fact that it all started with acid stains.
Acid stains are a reactive coloring process that penetrates into the porous concrete surface. This is probably the most permanent of all coloring options but is usually limited to eight colors. Now, these colors can be blended, diluted, streaked and tweaked to create many coloring options. The acid stains will chemically react differently to each piece of concrete by evidence of final color. If you are the type that loves a challenge, then acid staining is for you. Pros: Very durable connection with, and penetration into, the concrete canvas.
Inexpensive to purchase. Same stain can be used indoors and out. Gives a translucent appearance to the concrete surface, unlike painted or topical stains.
Extremely timeless-looking and old-world. Cons: Requires ongoing maintenance through resealing. Limited colors, with some turning black from exposure to moisture. Unpredictable when it comes to exact color. Must be neutralized before sealing.
Stain is a toxic material that requires care when handling. Looks different in exterior and interior projects.
Wet edge must be kept during installation, and some thicker stains may show brush marks. Water-Based Acrylic Stain These stains are nonreactive and will only penetrate into the surface when pores of the concrete are open. Strong prep work cleaning the concrete is a must. This stain type will offer many more colors to choose from and can be used inside or out. Water-based stains are growing in popularity but are not as durable in exterior applications as old-fashioned acid stain.
I guess you can say this is the new and improved version of old-fashioned acid stain. Pick a good sealer to lock in stain and be sure to remind your clients of the importance of resealing. If you have grease or oil on the floor, you will need to use a degreaser or stain prep for concrete floors.
Since the concrete is old and you may not know for sure if any type of oils, grease and thin petroleum products have ever been spilled on the concrete, we suggest degreasing the concrete regardless. We suggest using our Concrete Stain Prep because it's not only a degreaser but also a natural solvent that helps to deep clean and lift oily petroleum contaminants up and out of the concrete pores. Give the area a final clean with T. After your floor is completely dry, you are ready to move on to the next step: staining concrete.
Use a small test area before staining all of the concrete. You want to pick an out of the way area, such as a closet if you are staining an old concrete basement floor. You want to acid stain just a few square inches of concrete and see what the result is. The reason that you want to test older concrete is three fold: to ensure that the concrete is properly stripped and cleaned, that the concrete stain will react properly, and that you like the color.
We offer all of our stains in sample sizes for this part of the process. Acid staining old concrete is the same as staining new concrete with a few caveats. The process is still the same: clean and prep your old concrete as outlined above, apply the stain, let sit the appropriate amount of time, then neutralize.
If you're staining stamped concrete , the process is the same. Older concrete does, of course, have a harder time accepting and reacting to concrete stains and sometimes older concrete has become more worn and weathered. This is especially the case if you are staining old concrete outside.
All of this causes the concrete to soak up more stain. So, you'll want to order a little extra to ensure that you get a good saturating coat. While you do not strictly need to seal your acid stained concrete, we strongly suggest doing so. Applying sealer will help maintain the appearance of your stained concrete. You can apply sealer once the stain has been neutralized, rinsed well and the surface is completely dry. The chemical reaction will vary from one project to another so that each project is unique and cannot be replicated anywhere else.
As mentioned earlier, acid stain concrete is unlike concrete paint and other topical coatings that peel off after some time. They soak into your concrete to create a beautiful and permanent flooring solution. This stain does not hide your concrete but rather enhances it. Take note that applying acid stain can be messy particularly indoors, making it unsafe to try doing it by yourself.
A chemical reaction that results from this process emits VOCs that can harm your eyes and lungs. Another concern is the effect unmanaged aftermath chemicals would have on grass and vegetation around the work area.
If you are wondering whether the age of concrete matters when it comes to acid staining, the answer is yes. Yes, we acid stain both new concrete and old concrete.
The process for the two is not different but slightly varies depending on the condition of your existing floor. A suitability test often comes into play if we suspect that your concrete is too damaged or has a lot of moisture content. A concrete stain should be used on a dry concrete surface or one with low moisture emission. We then remove any contamination that might hinder the acid stain from penetrating. That includes sealers, glue, paint, oil, grease, waxes, among others.
Stripping the old concrete follows, our team is equipped with tools and hacks to ensure all the contaminants are removed. You also have to test the concrete to ensure the concrete is clean, reacts properly, and that you like the resulting hue.
Stain application costs depend on a few variables including the condition of your floor, where your project is, and how complex you want the end result. Depending on how you answer the following questions, the installation costs could go higher or remain close to the standard prices:.
To be sure how much your project will cost, contact us to give you a free quote and advise you on the way forward. Acid stain concrete application will depend on personal requirements and your budget. It depends. Regardless of your choice or what a contractor suggests is the best for your floor, all stains should last if applied properly. Acid stains are a mixture of hydrochloric acid, water, and metallic salts.
They come in a plethora of colors: amber, blue, bronze, black forest, navy, olive, persimmon, and red among others.
Your choice will depend on the color and design dynamics you expect to achieve. At participating franchises only. Some restrictions may apply. Ask for details. Cookies help track user website behavior for functionality, analytics, and marketing and may share your information with third parties.
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