Before staining, the concrete floor has to be void of contaminants, be it oil stains, old paint, carpet glue, or existing ...

All you have to do is wet the concrete, apply the stain and back roll with a 3/8-in. nap roller to get even coverage. That's ...

But first let’s talk about staining your concrete. Believe it or not, you can buy special color stains that are made to soak into concrete. I’ve walked on stained concrete that looks like leather.

Staining concrete costs around $14,600 on average, with prices ranging from $200 to $29,000. The size of your flooring, whether you decide to DIY or hire a professional and the design all play ...

Using stain on concrete has the added bonus of allowing the surface to breathe, preventing moisture buildup that can cause cracking and other damage, while still freshening it up.

Concrete Etch: If you decide to use an acid stain, use a concrete etch and cleaner to get the surface ready. After using the etch, use clean water to rinse off any residue. 4.

Q: Any idea what we should use to remove birch tree leaf stains from concrete? We’ve tried Simple Green and CLR. I’ve also seen suggestions to use bleach and water (in a 1 to 16 ratio) with a ...

We may love our cars, but it’s doubtful many of us are in love with our driveways. For some reason, theseexpansive, bleached slabs of concrete manage to take over the front of our houses. But a ...

Acid stains are harder to apply but produce better color patterns and penetrate the concrete surface. Water-based stains are easier to use but don't have a deep, rich color. 2.

Staining a concrete patio is a great way to boost the appearance of an old concrete surface. Just like a fresh coat of stain on a deck, revitalizing the porous surface of your outdoor living space ...

With water-based stains, no - your water-based stain is going to be what it is. Now, if you have a lot of different admixtures in concrete, you can alter the color of an acid stain. Or if you have ...

News; Home and garden; Ask The Builder: Concrete stain can transform patio’s appearance Sat., July 1, 2017 The concrete around this swimming pool is two different shades. There are several ways ...