Concrete Staining
Staining products for concrete are known for having translucent colors and unique one-of-a-kind patterns. Concrete is porous and the staining products penetrate existing cement that reacts chemically with the
cement. This is an easy way to add a permanent color that won’t fade, chip, or peel like some sealants or painted concrete does. Acid staining is a historically decorative technique that has been around for over a
century. Using a chemical reaction between metallic salts and the free lime in concrete, acid stains create unique designs that cannot be duplicated by other materials. For unique eye-catching earthy tone
concrete look no further than using acid stains for impressing your own artistic flavor. Concrete dyes are different from acid-based stains, as they do not react chemically with the concrete, but do provide very fine coloring agents that penetrate the concrete surface. Both water and solvent based dyes
are available, and each type has different unique qualities. Dyes produce tones that are predictable and more uniform than stains, but still leaving the possibility of having interesting color variation results.
Staining or using penetrating dyes is the easiest and most affordable way to transform a boring gray slab into a beautiful stained concrete patio, driveway, or pool deck. The difference between them is that acid stains are a more durable choice for outside locations while water-based stains or dyes do fine outside if re-sealed frequently. Ultimately, the difference between the two is dependent on entirely what look and
color you are going for. Stained concrete floors also make amazing additions to the interiors of
homes and businesses as acid-based stains are great for high traffic floor areas due to their longevity, while water-based stains are easy to apply, require less cleanup, and aren’t as toxic. Acid-stained concrete
floors bring an old-world mottled look that enhances stone and wood walls and brings a timeless appeal to your indoor spaces. Water-based stained floors will have a more vivid, consistent coloring perfect for
modern interior designs.
If you want to know more about these amazing processes just give us acall at (615) 909-2692
cement. This is an easy way to add a permanent color that won’t fade, chip, or peel like some sealants or painted concrete does. Acid staining is a historically decorative technique that has been around for over a
century. Using a chemical reaction between metallic salts and the free lime in concrete, acid stains create unique designs that cannot be duplicated by other materials. For unique eye-catching earthy tone
concrete look no further than using acid stains for impressing your own artistic flavor. Concrete dyes are different from acid-based stains, as they do not react chemically with the concrete, but do provide very fine coloring agents that penetrate the concrete surface. Both water and solvent based dyes
are available, and each type has different unique qualities. Dyes produce tones that are predictable and more uniform than stains, but still leaving the possibility of having interesting color variation results.
Staining or using penetrating dyes is the easiest and most affordable way to transform a boring gray slab into a beautiful stained concrete patio, driveway, or pool deck. The difference between them is that acid stains are a more durable choice for outside locations while water-based stains or dyes do fine outside if re-sealed frequently. Ultimately, the difference between the two is dependent on entirely what look and
color you are going for. Stained concrete floors also make amazing additions to the interiors of
homes and businesses as acid-based stains are great for high traffic floor areas due to their longevity, while water-based stains are easy to apply, require less cleanup, and aren’t as toxic. Acid-stained concrete
floors bring an old-world mottled look that enhances stone and wood walls and brings a timeless appeal to your indoor spaces. Water-based stained floors will have a more vivid, consistent coloring perfect for
modern interior designs.
If you want to know more about these amazing processes just give us acall at (615) 909-2692
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