Recently enlarged my patio, now lightr & darker shades of concrete. Would like to stain or paint the patio. Would

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then show different shades of stain or paint?  Also if I decide to paint is there a paint for concrete??

Miriam Illions · Answer

You might find this interesting: http://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/patios/staining-your-concrete-patio-to-look-like-tile-174052 It's concrete painted to look like tile.

Judy C · Answer

Thank you Miriam, this helps alot!

Peace Painting Co., Inc. · Answer

The stain or paint would both hide the different colors of concrete.
Either would work.  Paint could peel easier if dampness is present.
CP

Judy C · Answer

CP, thank you for answering my question.  That was my biggest concern: would I have 2 different shades of stain or paint.  Sounds like I will go with stain.  Again thank you so much.

Its Really Concrete, Inc. · Answer

stain is transparent so the underlying conc will show different shades - you should 1st apply an opaque coating however the budget will take a bigger hit.

Judy C · Answer

Thanks IRC, Inc but you have just contradicted what Peace Painting Co. said so now I'm really confused.  Just when I thought my problem as solved........

Peace Painting Co., Inc. · Answer

I'm thinking about a typical (for us) solid color stain that is available at Sher-Wms.
The H&C solid color acrylic stain is as opaque as paint, especially after the second coat.

Its Really Concrete, Inc. · Answer

there aren't any solid stains - think of stain as translucent & paint as opaque,,, why would anyone have to restain their deck every year ?

Judy C · Answer

Thank you both for your ideas.  I do appreciate your time in answering my question.

Its Really Concrete, Inc. · Answer

seeing as 1 has to restain often, wouldn't the opaqie deck stain be better described as a coating ?  always thought a true ' stain ' was translucent - it is on my furniture - both the deck & the antiques are wood - what's the difference in mtls, peace ?  tnx

Peace Painting Co., Inc. · Answer

The stain has no build.
Paint works fine too, just add the non-skid texture.

Its Really Concrete, Inc. · Answer

as i've often mentioned previously, paint isn't a traffic-resistant coating altho some have reported some longevity - perhaps they walk on it wearing only socks, tho.

Tammie S · Answer

Acid stain is what I did. http://www.directcolors.com/concrete-stain?gclid=CLDqueXozLACFY_J7Qod31A9YQ

Judy C · Answer

Tammie S....thank you so much for this link.  This is what I was looking for.

Tammie S · Answer

FYI: I was originally told to mix the acid stain with muriatic acid to make it go further. When I do that with certain types of concrete it works great. ie: concrete patch is what I use when making cement art (concrete leaves). I did my driveway but didn't see the the results. I believe it is because I watered it down w/ the muriatic acid. Also, MAKE SURE YOU SEAL IT or your color will not show very well. Good luck! P.S. I just found this on Home Depots site. Haven't used it, but check it out. I think it's the sealer... http://www.lowes.com/pd_244825-4-002.0050071.007_4294729336__?productId=3077899&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&pl=1¤tURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&facetInfo=

Judy C · Answer

Thanks again Tammie for being so helpful.   I'm new here to Hometalk & I didn't know about your cement art.....do you have a website?

Its Really Concrete, Inc. · Answer

CAREFUL WITH/ MURIATIC / HYDROCHLORIC - even tho concentrate is low %age @ apron/vest stores, splashing acid can still damage your eyes & burn the skin ( our largest organ ),,, whoever told you to extend / dilute acid stain w/acid is wrong - have ON HAND necessary acid to complete  project - IF manufacturer sez extend, so be it but diluting acid-stain affects necessary ingredients to effect correct chemical reaction AND impart contained mineral salts' color - then again, if anyone wants to use apron/vest store materials rather than search for proper source, you must live w/your decision.  agree w/sealers - solvent-based sealers last longer & perform MUCH better.

Its Really Concrete, Inc. · Answer

ps - we pay about $ 40 gal for pro mtl acid-stains & our avg buy is only 3gal

Judy C · Answer

@IRC, Inc....thank you so much for your safety tips, very much appreciated!

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