How To Acid Stain Concrete
PatinaEtch is a waterbased translucent concrete floor stain
for concrete surfaces. It contains approximately 9% acid which opens the pores
of concrete allowing for colorants to naturally react with lime in cement. The
results area natural variation of color.
Color
There are 7 concrete acid stain colors available in earth tones
of green and brown. Color may be mixed together to create additional colors or
may be layered for marbleized effect.
Surface Prep
Concrete acid stains are like wood stains, they bring out
natural variations of the surface. They also bring out blemishes and
imperfections. As a result concrete surfaces need to be clean of paint, glue,
oil and other substances. Without proper cleaning your surface will look like a
painting with annoying marks on it.
To clean surface properly refer to our cleaning and surface prep products for appropriate solution.
175 RPM floor buffers with a coarse pad can be used.
Our concrete floor stain video produced by concrete stain master
Juan Romero provides the secrets to proper floor preparation.
If your floor has numerous imperfections the solution is a
concrete overlay which does provide more color control and options.
Design
Before you begin it is important to consider your entire
space. Wall colors, furniture, lighting can all have a positive or negative
effect on overall design. It is always better to build around your floor rather
than the other way. The more complicated the floor the more challenging becomes
designing the rest of the room.
Frequently simple floors are the most elegant.
Application – How To Acid Stain Concrete
Once floor is clean and walls are prepped with tape and
plastic fill your sprayer with acid stain solution. Mix on a tarp or drop cloth
and wipe off any excess that spilled on to sprayer.
Tools required are broom, sprayer, rags, stain, wet vac,
squeegee, sealers and microfiber mop, bucket.
Once sprayer is filled test nozzle by spraying into bucket.
Cover tip with rag and walk onto floor and begin spraying a light mist on
concrete surface. Hold spray tip about 18 inches from floor spraying in a
random circular motion. Avoid letting stain pool on floor
It helps to have a second person who can lightly broom
surface in a figure 8 motion to agitate surface, then spray lightly again over
broomed area. Spray, broom, spray is the process.
Let stain dry then repeat process, this time just spray,
omit broom.
If working with more than 1 color start with light color
then apply darker stain.
Cleanup
Concrete acid stain must be washed with clean water. If
applying stain on overlay let stain react for 30 minutes to 2 hours, on
concrete slab let stain react for 2-6 hours before cleaning and neutralizing
with water.
Cleaning with water serves 2 purposes:
- stops
stain reaction with lime in concrete, the longer the stain reacts the
darker the result
- Cleans
stain residue – The best test to determine if residue is removed is by
wiping a rag on floor. Rag should be clean, if not clean again. Residue
must be removed to allow for sealers to proper seal floor.
Sealers
Types of sealers
- Acrylic
Water Based – non hazardous, no odor, durable
- Solvent
based – hazardous, mix with acetone for best results, non strippable
- Urethanes
– solvent based, hazardous, strong and durable, non strippable
Maintenance
All floors require maintenance. Residential homes have light
foot traffic and can be easily maintained by using light cleaners and dry mop
with microfiber mop.
Commercial floors require specific but easy and inexpensive
regular maintenance depending on foot traffic and use.
Information about proper maintenance can be found in our
floor maintenance section.
Concrete Dyes
For interior floor applications, can be used over Patinaetch
acid stain concrete to even out variation and to create additional color. Use
on concrete slab or overlay. Translucent.
Concrete Dyes are water and solvent based. Water based dyes
are user friendly and ideal on concrete overlays. Use solvent based dyes on
concrete slab to intensify color.
WARNING: when using
solvent based dyes keep area well ventilated. Turn off Pilot lights in boilers,
close off heat vents, no smoking, avoid turning light switches which can create
sparks.
Features
- Wide
color selection
- Create
unique coloring
- Fast
drying
- Do
not require neutralizing
- Even
out acid stain variation
- 200-400
square feet per gallon
Surface prep
Floor must be clean and free of paint, glue, dirt dust and oil. Refer to
surface prep and cleaning products for solutions to floor preparation.
Application
Use specialty acetone sprayers with fine mist cone spray.
Lightly apply a fine mist when using acetone concrete dye solution.
Water based dyes can be sprayed with any type of inexpensive
garden style pump sprayer then spread
using microfiber mop. Water based dyes do not offer the deep penetration on
concrete slab like acetone based dyes.
Water based dyes are great on overlays whereas acetone based
dyes can be a bit too intense for overlays
It is recommended to spray into a bucket first and adjust
nozzle for appropriate spray pattern.
Hand Pump Sprayers
1.5L Acid (1.5 liter)
The first industrial hand-held sprayer especially designed for use with acids
and applying stain to concrete . Designed to be used with muriatic/hydrochloric,
hydrofluoric, or phosphoric acids. This is a reusable sprayer for jobs like
staining and acid etching concrete floors and masonry.
Convenient
Features Include:
- High density polyethylene
tank with UV inhibitors, which is more durable than steel.
- Industrial spray trigger with
spray lock position, allows user to lock trigger while spraying.
-
Seals
and O-rings are acid resistant.
From our Testing:
- 10 Pump Strokes = 16 PSI
- 20 Pump Strokes = 32 PSI
- 30 Pump Strokes = 44 PSI
Hand Pump Sprayers used with acid only.
Specifications:
Working Capacity: up to 1.5 liters or 50.72 fluid oz
Fill Capacity: 1.5 liters or 50.72 fluid oz.
Maximum Pressure: with 30 pump strokes, 44 PSI
Recommended Working Pressure: under 44 PSI
Use For:
Acetone: No
Alcohol: No
Acid: Yes
Features:
- Acid Resistant Seals and
O-Rings
- Adjustable Plastic Nozzle,
from a stream to a fine mist
Price: $39.95
Sprayers for concrete acid stain
SP10A & SP20A
for Acid Stains
The SP10A and SP20A Acid Sprayers are the first industrial chemical sprayers
expressly designed for acids - using new acid-resistant plastic and rubber
compounds, plastic parts, and a PVC wand.
We have built a sprayer that is not affected by muriatic (hydrochloric) acid,
hydrofluoric acid, phosphoric acids and concrete stains. That means it can be
used over and over for jobs like staining or etching concrete and masonry,
dissolving rust or scale on metal surfaces, cleaning, degreasing, and more.
As an extra safety measure, the sprayer comes standard with a pressure relief
valve that activates at 42 psi to prevent overpressurization and to
hand-release any pressure remaining in the tank after use.
The SP Acid Sprayers feature the best-engineered pumping system available,
spraying continuously for 10 minutes after a single pumping session. The
12" pump tube builds pressure faster with fewer strokes. They are ideal
for applying stain to concrete
The high-density polyethylene tanks with UV inhibitors are more durable than
steel. The units also feature an industrial spray pistol with a spray lock
position to allow the user to release the trigger while spraying.
The hose drains from the bottom of the tank, allowing the contents to be
completely emptied and eliminating the need for a siphon hose.
Specifications:
Type: Hand-held
Working Capacity: 1 Gallon, 2 Gallons
Maximum Pressure: 42 psi
Working Pressure: 10-35 psi
Seals/O-Rings: Nytril
Shipping Weight: 7.4 lbs, 8 lbs
Pump Type: 12" Compression
Patented Pump: No
Repairable Pump: Yes
Use For:
Curing Compounds: No
Form Release Agents: No
Form Oil: No
Diesel: No
Oil-based Sealers: No
Water-based Sealers: No
Acid Stain: Yes
Acid Etching: Yes
Muriatic Acid: Yes
Phosphoric Acid: Yes
Viscous Materials: No
Features:
- 26" PVC Wand
- 59" Industrial Hose
- 4.5" Funnel Tank Mouth
Opening
- Plastic pump handle
- Lid carrying handle
- Fan nozzles
- Pistol grip and filter
- Wand storage clip
- Pressure relief valve
SP10A - 1 Gallon: $99.95
SP20A - 2 Gallon: $109.95
Acetone Sprayers
1.5L Acetone Sprayer
for Acetone Concrete Dyes & Solvent Concrete Sealers mixed with
acetone
The first industrial hand-held sprayer especially designed for use with acetone
concrete dyes and alcohol. This is a reuseable sprayer for all applications
requiring acetone or alcohol, like decorative concrete, graffiti removal, overspray
cleanup, etc.
Convenient Features Include:
- High density polyethylene
tank with UV inhibitors, which is more durable than steel.
- Industrial spray trigger with
spray lock position, allows user to lock trigger while spraying.
- Seals and O-rings are acetone
and alcohol resistant.
From our Testing:
10 Pump Strokes = 16 PSI
20 Pump Strokes = 32 PSI
30 Pump Strokes = 44 PSI
Unit to be used with acetone/alcohol only.
Working Capacity: up to 1.5 liters or 50.72 fluid oz.
Fill Capacity: 1.5 liter or 50.72 fluid oz.
Maximum Pressure: with 30 pump strokes, 44 PSI
Recommended Working Pressure: under 44 PSI
Use For:
Acetone: Yes
Alcohol: Yes
Features:
- Acetone Resistant Seals and
O-Rings
- Adjustable Plastic Nozzle,
from a stream to a fine mist
Price: $39.98
Acetone Sprayers
SP10ACT & SP35ACT
for Acetone & Solvent Sealers mixed with acetone
Specifications:
The first industrial compression sprayers especially designed for Acetone and
Alcohol applications. All materials used are acetone-resistant.
They can be reused over and over for all applications requiring acetone or
alcohol, like decorative concrete dyes, graffiti removal, overspray cleanup,
etc. As an extra safety measure, the sprayer comes standard with a pressure
relief valve that activates at 42 PSI, releasing excessive pressure to prevent
over-pressurization. When the job is done, simply pull the valve to release the
remaining presssure.
Working Capacity: 1 gallon/3.8 liters or 3 gallons/11.36
liters
Fill Capacity: 2 gallons/7.6 liters or 3.5 gallons/13.25
liters
Maximum Pressure: 42 PSI
Recommended Working Pressure: 25-40 PSI
Use For:
Acetone: Yes
Alcohol: Yes
Features:
- 26" Brass Wand with
Anti-Drip System
- Washable Polyester Carrying
Straps
- Tire Valve for Easy
Pressurizing
- Flexible Acetone/Alcohol
Resistant Hose
- For acetone concrete dyes
- Decorative concrete sealers
with acetone
Convenient Features Include:
- 12" pump tube builds
pressure faster with fewer strokes.
- High density polyethylene
tank with UV inhibitors is more durable than steel.
- Inflating tire valve to
pressurize tank with a compressor
- Industrial spray pistol with
spray lock position, lets user lock trigger while spraying
- 26" brass wand resists
acetone attack ad is equipped with anti-drip system which minimized
dripping over 95%
- Seals and O-Rings are
acetone/alcohol resistant
- Hose drains from bottom of
tank (no siphon tube), so tank can easily be emptied completely
- Extra long, flexible
65" hose included
- Special nozzle & spare
parts repair kits are available
- Units to be used with
acetone/alcohol only.
SP10ACT - 1 gallon: $134.95
SP35ACT - 3.5 gallon: $144.99
Specialty
tips $12.95
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PatinaEtch Acid Stain – for staining
concrete surfaces.
8 earth tone colors available. Can be diluted with water,
minimal
residue for concrete
surfaces and overlays
Price $54.95 per gallon
Deso Dyes – high strength dye concentrates
can be mixed
with water or acetone. Extensive color options. Mix 1 gallon
water or acetone per
6 ounce container
$37.95 per 6 ounce container
Specialty
Sprayers
Acid stain sprayers – 1.5 liter hand held sprayer. Excellent for
Small jobs under 1,000 square feet
Price $39.95
Acid
stain sprayers – 1 and 2 gallon sprayers for acid
stain Applications. Specialty replacement parts available
Price – 1 gallon $89.95
2 gallon
$99.95
Tips $9.95 fine
mist
Acetone Sprayers – 1.5 liter hand held sprayer
Excellent tool for color control
$39.95
Acetone Sprayers – 1 and 3.5 gallon acetone
sprayers for dyes and Solvent based sealers
1 Gallon $134.95
3.5 gallon $144.95
Specialty tips $12.95
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