How to Change The Colour Of Your Concrete With Concrete Stain
Do you have concrete that needs a refresh?
Concrete Colour Stain is an innovative product that can change the colour of concrete, no matter how old it is. It’s the perfect solution to extending the design possibilities of your concrete surfaces by customising the colour without hiding its texture underneath. If you aren’t too keen on resurfacing, consider this as your solution.
Before we dive deeper, you might be wondering; what is Colour Stain? Concrete Colour Stain is a translucent water-based coating which etches onto a concrete surface, meaning that the characteristics of the concrete underneath will still be visible through it. This is unlike a paint, which will completely cover the existing surface with a solid pigment. If you love the natural beauty of concrete, but aren’t in love with the colour, then this is great news!
An environmentally safe water-based system, Colour Stain (also known as Pre-Stain) is the combination of a liquid base and a colour additive. Through advanced engineering, this formula penetrates deep into the pores of your cementitious surface to create a long lasting color finish. In addition, it also solidifies crumbling surfaces. In fact, the reason that concrete stains are so popular is because they can be used on both new and existing concrete slabs.
When it comes to application, a concrete stain is sprayed using a spray gun onto a vertical or horizontal concrete surface, either internally or externally. The surface is then sealed with a gloss or matt sealer. Thanks to fast drying properties, Colour Stain ensures a quick application time and allows your surface to be walked on within a matter of hours.
Best of all, its formula is proven to last through all kinds of climates, conditions and traffic. It produces permanent colour that’s UV stable, able to be used outdoors without fading. Our clients have used Colour Stain to change the shade of concrete facades, concrete walls and floors both internally and externally.
Colour Stain comes in a variety of different colours, which can be applied on their own or layered to customise a unique shade. Concrete stains are known for producing subtle, earth-toned colours that appeal to clients as they blend well with natural surroundings. Artistry and practicality combine to create beautiful and functional applications.
So, it’s definitely possible to change the colour of concrete using Colour Stain. You can do this at any stage after it’s already been installed. It’s also becoming a popular specification for residential and commercial projects where clients know they want a unique concrete colour before the slab has even been poured.
If you want to use Colour Stain in a project, you can purchase it and install it yourself. When installing Concrete Colour Stain, it must also be sealed with either Satin Stone or Natural Shield sealers (purchased separately).
