When considering a flooring option for either inside or outside
applications, Acid Stained Concrete is a cost effective, durable and
beautiful alternative. It is gaining popularity as a low maintenance,
economic, and attractive floor finish. For interior applications, there
are many colors and options that can customize the floor for the
owner.
Acid Stained Floors are created by applying a mixture of Acid,
Water and Inorganic salts to concrete. The variation in the density,
porosity and water retention of the concrete is what creates the
beautiful colors and marbling of Acid Stained Concrete.
It is low maintenance, and has a low initial installation cost. Every
Acid Stain application is unique. Differences in the surface texture,
chemical content of the concrete, and environmental conditions
provide for a unqiue outcome every time. There are many
variations, and options to pick from when the Acid Staining is
performed. The concrete can be scored with a tile pattern, diamond
pattern or custom patterns. A stencil may be applied during the
concrete staining process, resulting in complex, beautiful patterns.
We can also emboss stencils into the stained concrete. There is
also the option of first applying an overlay then staining the
concrete.
applications, Acid Stained Concrete is a cost effective, durable and
beautiful alternative. It is gaining popularity as a low maintenance,
economic, and attractive floor finish. For interior applications, there
are many colors and options that can customize the floor for the
owner.
Acid Stained Floors are created by applying a mixture of Acid,
Water and Inorganic salts to concrete. The variation in the density,
porosity and water retention of the concrete is what creates the
beautiful colors and marbling of Acid Stained Concrete.
It is low maintenance, and has a low initial installation cost. Every
Acid Stain application is unique. Differences in the surface texture,
chemical content of the concrete, and environmental conditions
provide for a unqiue outcome every time. There are many
variations, and options to pick from when the Acid Staining is
performed. The concrete can be scored with a tile pattern, diamond
pattern or custom patterns. A stencil may be applied during the
concrete staining process, resulting in complex, beautiful patterns.
We can also emboss stencils into the stained concrete. There is
also the option of first applying an overlay then staining the
concrete.
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The process of installing a stained concrete floor is to first remove any
floor coverings, clean the concrete, stain it with an acid stain, then apply
sealer and wax. The process is designed to provide maximum beauty and
longevity to the Acid Stained Floor. The sealer is impervious to most
household spills, including pet stains. It is very low maintenance in that all
that needs to be done is to be swept and an occasional damp mop. Over
time, the sealed and stained concrete, can develop scuff marks and light
scratching over the heavily trafficked areas. A floor finish or wax, can be
easily applied with a mop (no buffing required) to restore the shine and
original beauty to your floor. For new concrete or concrete that is in good
condition, this is the most cost effective way to go.
For most remodel projects, we recommend installing an overlay first. When
carpet tack strips, tile or linoleum are removed, the concrete underneath is
often damaged. In the case of tile, ghosting of the grout lines can appear
(no, they don’t come out). The tack strips create pock marks on the edges
of the rooms, that can be filled but they won’t blend. Linoleum and carpet
glue can penetrate deep into the concrete, and may only appear after the
concrete is stained. Chemicals may have been spilled on the concrete
during the construction process that causes the stain to react with the
spill. An overlay will cover up any stains or undesirable characteristics in
the existing concrete, providing a finish that appears like a brand new
concrete pour.
floor coverings, clean the concrete, stain it with an acid stain, then apply
sealer and wax. The process is designed to provide maximum beauty and
longevity to the Acid Stained Floor. The sealer is impervious to most
household spills, including pet stains. It is very low maintenance in that all
that needs to be done is to be swept and an occasional damp mop. Over
time, the sealed and stained concrete, can develop scuff marks and light
scratching over the heavily trafficked areas. A floor finish or wax, can be
easily applied with a mop (no buffing required) to restore the shine and
original beauty to your floor. For new concrete or concrete that is in good
condition, this is the most cost effective way to go.
For most remodel projects, we recommend installing an overlay first. When
carpet tack strips, tile or linoleum are removed, the concrete underneath is
often damaged. In the case of tile, ghosting of the grout lines can appear
(no, they don’t come out). The tack strips create pock marks on the edges
of the rooms, that can be filled but they won’t blend. Linoleum and carpet
glue can penetrate deep into the concrete, and may only appear after the
concrete is stained. Chemicals may have been spilled on the concrete
during the construction process that causes the stain to react with the
spill. An overlay will cover up any stains or undesirable characteristics in
the existing concrete, providing a finish that appears like a brand new
concrete pour.
The process for installing an overlay is to remove any floor coverings.
The floor is then prepared by cleaning it, applying an acid wash and
neutralizing the concrete. A bond coat is applied. Then a micro-topping is
applied. The Micro-topping is sanded smooth to get the hard trowelled
smoothness. The concrete overlay is then stained, sealed and waxed*
(*floor finish is also called wax)
A Micro-topping uses a flour silica sand that provides for a very smooth
finish.
This is the ideal solutions for most remodels. It eliminates problems with
unwanted texture and stain resistance.
The floor is then prepared by cleaning it, applying an acid wash and
neutralizing the concrete. A bond coat is applied. Then a micro-topping is
applied. The Micro-topping is sanded smooth to get the hard trowelled
smoothness. The concrete overlay is then stained, sealed and waxed*
(*floor finish is also called wax)
A Micro-topping uses a flour silica sand that provides for a very smooth
finish.
This is the ideal solutions for most remodels. It eliminates problems with
unwanted texture and stain resistance.
Concrete Overlay with Stain
Acid Stain on New Concrete
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