LET'S
TALK STAIN
After cleaning the concrete,
it must be allowed to dry. How dry, depends on
the type of stain being used and the weather.
Drying time is between 1/2 and 2 days.
When using a pigmented stain, we roll it on
liberally so it will soak in, bond well and color
deeply.
It is important to generously apply the stain
and press it into the porous concrete. We apply
the pigmented stain with a paint roller. Roller
application is not the fastest way, but it is
the most accurate and cleanest method.
We also use a bristle trim brush to trim around
areas that are hard to get to with a roller.
During application, bubbles might appear in
the stain coat. The stain materials filling in
the pores cause bubbles, and when the air escapes,
it forms bubbles. The bubbles will disappear
as the stain settles, a second coat is applied,
and it dries.
To give the concrete the appearance of being
colored through it's entire thickness, the edges
of the slab are also stained.
When using a pigmented stain, two to three applications
of concrete stain will be applied to provide
a consistent color. When using a reactive chemical
stain, generally one or two applications will
be needed.
Time needed to stain an average driveway or
patio varies between 1/2 to 2 days, weather permitting. next
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