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Common Questions
- How do stains work
- Comparing stained concrete to other flooring material
- Is a stained concrete floor right for me?
- Removing an existing covering
- Stained concrete cost
- Staining exterior concrete Design Options
- Color charts
- Tips for choosing the right stain color
- Creating special effects
- Using stencils to create custom designs
- Using concrete overlays
- Cool concrete stain projects Benefits of Stained Concrete
- Customizable look
- Durability
- Eco-friendly
- Reduces allergens Maintenance
- How to protect stained concrete
- Cleaning stained concrete
Concrete Stain Projects: Five Great Looks
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Marbelizing
Chemical stains do more than simply add color. Rather than produce a solid, opaque effect like paint or colored coatings, stains permeate the concrete to infuse it with rich, deep, translucent tones. Depending on the color and application techniques used, the results can mimic everything from polished marble to natural stone.
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Old World Charm
What many people love most about stains are the "antiqued" or variegated tones they can produce. Rather than uniformity, stains give concrete floors an aged, Old World look that enhances concrete's natural characteristics.
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Faux Finishes
The same techniques and tools used to faux finish walls can also be used to apply stains to concrete floors. Experiment with "tools" such as rags, torn paper, crumpled plastic, and sea sponges to create unique effects.
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Multicolored Creations
Any pattern you can imagine is possible by using adhesive-backed decorative stencils. After stencil removal, you can stain or dye the previously covered areas with a contrasting color.
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Decorative Stenciling
Applying multiple colors of stain can produce dramatic looks that take a basic stain job to the next level. Options include layering different colors of stain or creating graphic designs using decorative sawcuts.
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