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CONCRETE STAIN & DYE

Concrete stains are known for their translucent color and one-of-a-kind patterning. Because of concrete's porous qualities, they penetrate and react chemically with the cement, adding permanent color that won't fade, chip, or peel.

 

Acid staining is a classic decorative concrete technique that dates back over a century. Using a chemical reaction between metallic salts and free lime in the concrete, acid stains create unique designs that cannot be duplicated by other materials. For eye-catching, yet subtly earthy tones, look no further than acid stained concrete.

 

Concrete dyes are translucent, penetrating color solutions. Unlike acid-based stains, they do not react chemically with the concrete. Instead, they contain very fine coloring agents that penetrate into the concrete surface.  Both water- and solvent-based dyes are available, with each type having unique qualities. Dyes tend to produce tones that are more predictable and uniform than stains, but it's still possible to achieve interesting color variations.

Brickform Blush Tone Acid Stain

BRICKFORM BLUSH TONE ACID STAIN

  • Available in 10 standard colors

  • A concentrated penetrating reactive stain that chemically combines with cured concrete to produce permanent, variegated coloring effects.

  • Packaged in 1-gallon bottles of concentrate, with recommended application diluted with one gallon of water.

  • At diluted strength, coverage is approximately 200-300 square feet per gallon but varies with surface conditions. A second application is recommended.

  • Wide color variations, mottling, and unevenness of the color is normal and to be expected.

Surfkoat Heritage Reactive Acid Stain

SURFKOAT HERITAGE REACTIVE ACID STAIN

  • Available in 9 standard colors - Perfect for Patina and Marble Looks

  • Reactive Concrete Stain- All natural, organic colored acid stain reacts with the mineral content of the concrete surface

  • Packaged in 1-gallon bottles of concentrate, with recommended application diluted with one gallon of water.

  • At diluted strength, coverage is approximately 200-300 square feet per gallon but varies with surface conditions. A second application is recommended.

SURFKOAT DYE

  • Liquid Kolour Dye Concentrate is a penetrating, translucent dye concentrate designed to color interior/exterior concrete surfaces prior to being sealed, densified, or polished.

  • Designed for easy job-site dilution, simply add to one gallon of acetone and mix thoroughly.

  • The mixed dye is ready to use in minutes.

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