Making a homemade acid-based stain is not recommended. It is usually best to leave it to a professional. However, if you buy the stain already made, then the project is much easier to tackle. Before applying the stain, it is important to properly clean the surface to allow the stain to...
fromlow-luster sealers(which will give you finished floors a matte or dull finish) toglossy or “wet-look” sealersthat really add a lot of shine. These will be applied in a similar manner to your stain, just make sure to follow the manufacturer’...
Some concrete stains have more than one step to them, such as a dry powder followed by a liquid activator. This is more likely to be the case in the commercial acid etching concrete stain. To get a wider choice in color, go with a do-it-yourself stain that simply sprays, spreads or ...
We always remembered to steer clear of any harsh chemical substances when it came to our concrete. Those deicing products that could penetrate sealers and damage the concrete were strictly off-limits. Fertilizing products, though they added a touch of color, had the potential to stain the concre...
wood for staining. The first step is to clean the surface using a power washer and soapy water to remove any dirt, mildew or debris. After cleaning, it is a good idea to lightly sand the surface with fine grit sandpaper. Once the surface is smooth, you can then start to stain the ...
The simplest option would be a plush area rug. They stain easily, but they are affordable and suit sock-wearing home dwellers nicely. Textured rugs are usually plush in nature, but have an uneven surface – either by different thread colors or shadow effects, they have a multi-colored appear...
Metal brushes and power washers should be a last resort. Lou Manfredini, Ace Hardware’s resident home expert, doesn’t recommend using a power washer indoors at all. “The overspray is going to cause cleanup in more areas than the floor,” Manfredini says. “And if not handled correctly,...
One of the many pros to Behr Solid Color Concrete Stain is its availability. Behr is a popular brand sold exclusively throughThe Home Depot. If you want to stain your concrete today you can literally walk into any Home Depot store, pick a gallon of Behr off the shelf and begin your proj...
it will continue deteriorating until it becomes a trip hazard and an insurance claim candidate. The DiamondKote® overlay system will protect both new and old concrete surfaces from this moisture penetration and freeze-thaw damage. The overlay will also create a stain resistant barrier that mold ...
With the exception of the actual dining set, and the concrete sealer, you can get everything you need for this project at the Home Depot (No, they didn’t pay me to say that. I just like shopping there. I know where to find things, and people don’t judge me when I ask really ...