Do it yourself concrete staining: How to stain concrete floors

[theboxingkids]

What kind of stain did you used for this project?  And where can I buy it?

[yeahbuddy306]

lol at the music. thumbs up if you were paying more attention to the music than the video!

[built2bfree]

3 mexicans just lost there tile jobs as you read this.

[madmiles]

Looks like I got me some flooring to do. I am so stoked at how informative this video was! Thanks guys!

[flamesfromblazer]

I dont think anyone is taking into account the labour cost required to do this competantly. . .

Bet that doesnt look THAT great close up either. . .

Still whatever floats ya boat, I spose. .

[nustada]

@flamesfromblazer

I've seen concrete floors in multimillion dollar homes that were absolute works of art. It seems to be more popular in warmer climates for obvious reasons.

Also, you have to pay for the labor of waiting for things to dry. So this is one handyman project that I figure you actually could come out ahead on.

[candysidney]

with the same prep could you do the same stain job on countertop with fresh concrete overlay then after last step use clear apoxy

[toadslinger]

how do you approach the tack holes that where pulled out

[MrKeenanGill]

@toadslinger

Apparently there is a concrete compound available at Home Depot that can be used to fill the tack holes and will accept stain. My understanding is that it will accept stain differently than the rest of the concrete, but it will accept it. We are in the middle of staining our basement and decided not to fill the holes (wife just wanted basement done.)

[flamesfromblazer]

Would almost be simpler and quicker to just tile the floor woudnt it. . ?

[Ghostman996]

@flamesfromblazer not cheaper ;)

[candysidney]

@flamesfromblazer about 5000 dollars differance

[dapsapsrp]

Beautiful results but lots of prep and finish work.

[miamidecor]

very informative video! thank you for your trouble! no others have actually broken it down so clearly!!

now that i've seen the real work that goes into this project, i've got a new perspective and i know i couldn't actually do this by myself. my (wall ) painting skills just ain't gonna cut it with this job! lol :)

[bigbob1122]

What kind of Acrylic stain do you use? Where can it be found? I've done acid stain on my basement floors and it didn't take very well in some areas so I'm going to do a faux finish as well to correct it.

[HookedOnVirginHair]

My ex-contractor left stain on my floor, it's been almost 6 months w/o applying the glossy top coat. If I decide to finish it myself what do you suggest I do before applying the top protectant coat?

[brianhaskins1]

what clear coat did you use?

[HersheySR71]

That looks beautiful.

Even more Beautiful!

Thanks for up loading this video. And the music fits to it too! It's great to know how to do it your self.

[jordanhyatt]

wish i would have done this instead of tile! :( wasted 6 grand!

[housevaluecheck]

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[LTF85199]

Thanks for sharing this great video

[kimkrisrich]

Gosh that seems super complicated to do it ourselfs but if I would get an estimate from men that do that, would it be very expensive to get that on a driveway? How many days does it take to be done with that?

[gaplin2]

this video was awesome and very easy to follow but the only ? i have is after the ragging technique is applied, do u rinse and neutralize again??? ty

[0107gsan]

HELP plzzzzzzzz

[0107gsan]

what is the composition of acid stain and acrilyc concrete stain..is it a dye or paint?

[0107gsan]

hi,am from mauritius..thanks for this great video..plz specify the products you are using step wise for me to do it at home

[lorlie621]

What colors did you choose?

[tailwheelflier]

no mexicans were used in the making of this film , obviously not in houston. LOL

[tailwheelflier]

no mexicans were used in the making of this film

[urwhatthewho]

@tailwheelflier racist

[epicfailureinc]

@urwhatthewho I dont know if what he said would fall under racism. His comment had to do more with culture than race. just saying.

[AidanJuly]

awesome, I am going to do ittttttt!!!!, thank you for sharing.

[ashure36]

very nice job.



[writersqueen]

Can I use this method to stain an outside patio?

[DistinctiveSoundSPL]

Nice job guys!



[MrSExperience]

day bow bow!

[magua4]

this might be the worst song i have ever heard

[hudma2542]

Do you need to neutralized the second faux acrylic stain with water and baking soda before applying the epoxy clear sealer?

[chinaboy2399]

Do you need to neutralized the second faux acrylic stain with water and baking soda before applying the epoxy clear sealer?

[ss4435]

Thanks for the post......Music sucked though

[lewandlo]

@ss4435 Maybe the guy should have played like a couple hundred songs all at once to the video? That would have pleased everyone then???? Duuuhhhhh???

[ss4435]

@lewandlo Would have sounded better.

[joaquinguarisma]

what color did you use in this project? and what is the best way to sand the floor? it has paint, etc.

Thanks.

[polishedconcreter]

That is one slick looking finish to the concrete surface

[Tyrantblood]

If your poolside is cracked or spalled, an epoxy overlay, than a stain would be my recommendation.

[123bbuck]

I wanted to see if this same finish could be done outside around my pool. Do you think this would hold up in the weather and sun? Also, what would you do differently if you were to do a pool deck?

Our pool deck has 15-20 cracks going across it, and it needs so much cleaning from mold and dirt every year. I'm hoping this will be a solution to our maintance.

[123bbuck]

Can you do this around a pool deck? Do you think it would hold up, or fade pretty quickly? What would you do different if you were doing a pool deck? Our pool deck is in dyer need. It's cracked and needs mold and dirt cleaned off every year.

Thank you so much!

[intellicents]

I sent you a private message.

[concreteplanet1]

The acid in the stain is diluted enough that there is almost zero volatility. It is less harmful than most household cleaners. And yes, osha would probably fine us and shut us down had this been a contracted job subject to osha inspection. But anyone who has dealt with osha knows that they have become nothing more than another tool the gov't uses to suck money out of the private sector.

[Tyrantblood]

They call it "ACID" stains for a reason.

[Tyrantblood]

@ davidloveco ask the pro's, Acid stain is now being banned for inside use. It's messey and volitile. Would you have acid stain done inside your home? (maybe a new under construction home) Try and wet sand inside your nice home or clean off the acid overspray on your counters and cabinets. Plus if Osha saw these guys without resperators they would be shut down!! Did'nt you think the preperation was lenthly? Again I stress...even to the homeowners GET EDUCATED!! go to the home shows educate.

[nani12379]

is it true that is you spill soda, like coke or sprite it will damage the stained concrete floor?

[Tyrantblood]

I have in fact been the the concrete business for over 25 years..acid stains are on the way out. Outdoor applications still are functional. Any old concrete can be cleaned yes and an overlay may be the answer. There are just too many new products around now that are safe and are not harmful.. Get to the conventions like the world of concrete shows. It's an eye opener.

[Tyrantblood]

Acid stains are a pain..There are many water based transparent stains available now. Ducks back has Masons Select , and H&C has nice products. They all look and are are as durable as acids. Don't bother with all the prep. Your clear coat makes all the real difference.

[MrAudizine]

@Tyrantblood Wow. Are you purposely trying to give bad advice? Unless your concrete is brand spanking new, the prep/cleaning is easily the most important step. Acid stains a pain? You literally spray it on w a pump spray and let it dry. How difficult!

[davidloveco]

@Tyrantblood how dare you come on their video comments and knock their technique when the results are stunning. I would hire them after watching how they are through and went the extra mile to ensure good results. You and your new products spamming this guys page. Rude. "New - Quick - Easy" doesn't always mean better and there are always different ways to do things. I'd almost bet you've only done your own do it at home project if that. Spammer.

[xXxchipperchopperxXx]

im gonna go watch ferris beulers day off

[irene3cc]

this song makes me want a whatchyamacallit

[kinkino077]

do you need to wash between step 4 and 5?

[kinkino077]

do you need to wash between step 4 and 5?

[VGFOREVER1212]

do you wash the residue off after you applyt the faux finish stain coat?

[sucurac1]

I have epoxy floor in my halls, kitchen and dining room, and I was wondering is this staining as good as epoxy?looks great

greetings from Croatia

[lrastormy]

When you did the ragging technique for the faux finish did you rinse or just let it dry and then apply sealer? I faux finish walls and would like to try this in my own family room floor.

[ridgeback111]

Hi, after Step 4 when you put the 50% diluted stain on with a rag...did you just let it dry before you went onto step 5? Or did you have to neutralize it, and mop/wet vac it up?

I really like the outcome of this floor. And I'm thinking I want something similar for my house :)

thanks!

[sirloin13]

may i ask what epoxy concrete sealer did you use? would you recommend rustoleums?

[BillyAteMySoul]

How long did this take you? Is this an all day project or an all week project? I'm thinking of doing my downstairs like this with slightly different colors.

[concreteplanet1]

This is a two to four day project, depending on the size of the floor. You can get all the prep and staining done in one long day, but the floor needs plenty of time to dry before sealer can be applied.