Get Color as Warm as a Summer Night
With etching stains, such as those made by Quikrete and others, normally have a radiant effect on plain concrete, transforming a single dull and ordinary concrete slab into a rich vibrantly colored substrate. Etching Stains make it easy to color and protect any type of concrete floor whether in your basement, an interior part of the house, the garage, patio or even a walkway.
Example Quikrete Etching Stain application using Tan & English Red
• Use on new or existing concrete.
• Creates a multi-toned appearance.
• Interior or exterior use.
• Permanently stains concrete in one step.
Coloring Outside the Lines
With an Etching Stain you can easily transform plain concrete into a marble-like appearance with warm Earth-Tones and unique shading. These acid-based stains react with the concrete as they penetrate the surface, creating a long lasting effect. Etching Stain is Initially applied to the concrete as a liquid, however once applied it quickly begins to chemically react with minerals in the concrete to create the permanent finish. Because concrete is so porous, the coloring is often attractively multitoned, similar to the warm, natural hues of weathered stone or earthen tile.
Preserving for the Future
Make sure to seal the stain within 24 hours of staining as the salts can oxidize, creating an unfavorable sealing condition. Coating your stained floor with a clear sealer afterwards adds a tough protective layer that helps the concrete to resist unwanted stains and enhances the depth of its color.
Suggested Uses:
• Garage Floors
• Foyers
• Laundry Rooms
• Patios
• Sidewalks
• Pool Decks
• Driveways
Do’s of Concrete Stain Application
Best Practice for New Concrete
For new concrete you can apply the etching stain and/or clear sealer generally any time after 60 days.
Best Practice for Existing Concrete
For existing concrete make sure the floor is clean. Remove all residue of grease, oils, paint, wax, and sealants using a quality cleaner/etcher/degreaser. Wash the floor thoroughly with water and note any areas where water beads on the surface. Clean these areas again until water can be absorbed into the concrete. A thorough cleaning with trisodium phosphate, commonly known as TSP or baking soda will help ensure even absorption of the stain and a strong bond with the sealer.
The Quality Behind the Quality
Since 1940, companies such as Quikrete has produced more than two hundred individual professional-grade and consumer style products. Quikrete concrete is used in building and refurbishing commercial projects all around the United States. With more than 94 manufacturing facilities in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Central & South America,
