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Concrete Stains and Dyes - Buyer's Guide

By Anne Balogh, ConcreteNetwork.com Columnist

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Types of Stains and Coloring Options

Acid-Based Stains

Water-Based Penetrating Stains

Water- and Solvent-Based Dyes

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Stains and Equipment Product Reviews

Questions to Ask Before You Buy

What color effects do you want to achieve?

What is the condition of the concrete?

Can the product be used for both interior and exterior applications?

How easy is the product to mix and apply?

Are special application tools required?

What is the average coverage rate?

Are safety precautions required during application?

How long is the drying time?

How much cleanup is required?

What is a true concrete stain?

Dyes vs. stains: What are the differences?

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Author Anne Balogh, ConcreteNetwork.com Columnist and Senior Editor of Concrete Network Magazine

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Concrete Acid Stains & other Coloring Options

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See how acid stains are used to enhance concrete.

Ready to take advantage of a color explosion? Here's an overview of the various types of concrete stains and dyes on the market, followed by important questions to ask before choosing a product for your next project. Keep in mind that once you apply stains and dyes, the color is permanent. So whatever product you choose, be sure to test it in an inconspicuous area on the surface to be treated to ensure the color and aesthetics are exactly what you're aiming for. Some manufacturers sell small sample sizes of their products or test kits with samples of every color in their line.

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