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Length - 06:19

You've finally decided to rip up that ugly, worn carpeting and stain the concrete floor hiding beneath it to create a decorative, low-maintenance surface. But now that the floor is exposed, what's the next step? In this series of videos from Concrete Network expert Chris Sullivan you'll learn all the steps, tools, and techniques needed to properly apply concrete stain and achieve the look you're after. Part 1 deals with surface preparation, including how to assess the condition of the existing concrete, how to test the floor for water absorption and moisture vapor transmission, and how to remove carpet adhesive and other surface contaminants.

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