Acid staining

Acid staining concrete is becoming more popular, and has become affordable too. It is important to prepare the surface intended for the stain and to use the correct materials. Trying to take short cuts by not completing this important prep work can cost the consumer more in the end. Acid staining concrete is not an exact science and does not yield a perfect even tone of color. The variation in the stain is what makes your floor unique.

There are many methods to staining a floor. One of our projects for a Dallas University implemented a scored stain with multiple colors, that was sealed with a Sherwin Williams product. The result was beautiful. Patterns, logos, and special designs can be cut into the surface of a floor prior to staining. Other methods include blasting, acid etching, or burning designs into the concrete surface.

Acid staining is often advertised as a do it yourself project, but a lot of experience and knowledge is required to avoid the mistakes that can ruin a floor and be costly to fix. Not only are the right tools needed, but materials are not always readily available. Achieving the right color can be tricky, and sometimes a different kind of stain is required to achieve the desired look.

Acid staining is just one of the ways to stain your floors. Stains that are water or alcohol based are also available and sometimes achieve a better result. Older floors are often too dirty or stained from years of use and need an overlay to create a good foundation for a new and beautiful floor. In general, all concrete floors can be stained and sealed depending on their condition and intended use:

Patios, driveways, walkways, sidewalks, garages, walls and balconies are all good contenders for acid staining.

Please give us a call next time you decide to stain your concrete and we will gladly come by and give you an estimate.