Prepared and stained concrete patio finished.
Staining existing concrete patio.
Parts of the concrete will absorb the stain differently.
With a stained concrete patio you have the ability to add subtle hints of color bolder design accents and even custom graphics.
Begin by removing dirt grease or mildew with a non residue cleaner and a stiff bristled brush.
Rust spots will finish darker than the rest of the area you are staining.
If you re staining old concrete outside such as staining an old concrete patio you can power wash the sealer off of the edge of the concrete.
Next pour the concrete stain into your paint tray and use your paint roller to begin applying the stain to the concrete patio.
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Allow the stain to dry for at least 24 hours before adding a second coats if needed.
The only true type of concrete staining is acid staining which seeps into the concrete s pores to actually become a part of the concrete surface.
Give the area a sleek new look by applying a concrete stain that complements your home and protects the integrity of the surface.
For this diy concrete floor stain project we started by cutting two sets of kerfs grooves in our 12 x 12 ft.
Make sure that you evenly apply the stain with the roller and make sure there are no gaps or missed spots.
Then use a painter s shield to scrape the sealer into a pile and remove with a square point shovel.
Then we used those squares to.
Then pour a little more xylene on and repeat.
Step 1 clean concrete with non residue cleaner and brush.
You can fill any holes or uneven areas in the concrete but the fill will absorb the stain more quickly and be darker than the un filled areas.
Watch an overview video.
Stained concrete is a cost effective and versatile way to upgrade the look of both new and existing patios.
Staining concrete is a way of changing the concrete s color without adding a thick layer of concrete paint which doesn t last as long and can get scratched or nicked off the wall.
Stains penetrate deeply into the concrete surface producing fade resistant permanent color.
This guide outlines how to stain concrete.