The appeal of acid stain is that it gives concrete a mottled, variegated, marble-like look. It creates beautiful colors on concrete, mostly earth-tone browns, reddish browns and greens.

Recently, wife Carol told us about an attractive floor finish that she had discovered in a new local eatery. She said the floor was rich looking and was something she ...

Decorative Concrete; Nuances of Acid Stained Decorative Concrete. Mix design, textural variances influence chemical staining process. Bob Harris. Apr 24, 2009.

Dezeen Showroom: concrete flooring is enhanced through a colour-changing chemical reaction using the Acid Stain finish by Italian brand Ideal Work. Acid Stain gives concrete a variegated, coloured ...

Recently, wife Carol told us about an attractive floor finish that she had discovered in a new local eatery. She said the floor was rich looking and was something she ...

Acid Stain is easy to maintain, and since the dye becomes part of the concrete rather than coating it, the finish won't fade, spoil, crack or peel. As well as flooring, Acid Stain works on stairs ...

I sat down with John Reynolds, director of technical services at Solomon Colors to talk about the difference between acid- and water-based stains, common problems, and get some advice on applying ...

With acid stains, after you've achieved your desired color, you have to neutralize the stain to stop the reaction. Mix one ...

Staining concrete costs around $14,600 on average, with prices ranging from $200 to $29,000. The size of your flooring, whether you decide to DIY or hire a professional and the design all play ...

To use oxalic acid, mix one-half cup of the powder in a gallon of warm water and mop it on the stain. Let it work for five to 10 minutes, keeping the stain wet, then scrub with a stiff-bristled ...