Staining & coloring
Sourced answers on staining & coloring, written for the person standing in front of the problem.
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How do you stain concrete?
Strip every sealer, test the slab for absorbency, apply acid or water-based stain in thin coats, then neutralize and seal. Prep decides the result.
2How do you color concrete?
Four ways — integral pigment in the mix, dry-shake hardener, acid stain that reacts with the slab, or water-based stain. Each fades and wears differently.