Acid stain

I really debated posting this one… The topic of acid staining concrete floors strays a little from my usual subject-matter and seems slightly more suited for a home renovation blog. But I decided to go for it anyway, as I figured a) I have a ton of very thrifty, very handy readers who love frugal, […]

Kemiko® Stone Tone™ Concrete Stain is a permanent in/outdoor concrete acid stain. 10 colors. Zero VOC, UV resistant and won’t chip, fade or peel.

Acid stain is a low-cost, easy-to-clean option for concrete floors that yields stunning results with minimal expertise. Learn more.

A concrete patio may have a smooth, shiny surface that makes it slick when wet or that prevents paint or sealer from adhering. Acid washing etches the upper layer of cement, exposing more of the sand in the concrete mixture and making the surface feel rougher. Acid washing also removes stubborn stains.

Acid stain is not a new technique; in the past, many people used this technique. People used a dye or coloring substance with water-based minerals and sprayed it on concrete. These minerals penetrated deep to give a stain mark; later, they sealed it with water sealers to get the finish. Acid stain floors are an

The cover photo that you are seeing in this topic, is about a big gazebo structure, that I designed and directed the construction works, but something more

Acid stain is a low-cost, easy-to-clean option for concrete floors that yields stunning results with minimal expertise. Learn more.

Hey y’all!!! This post has been a couple years in the making. I finally have enough before and after pictures of the process that I am able to share a tutorial…

Do I need to neutralize the acid stain after it has dried?