.When it comes to imparting color on a concrete surface, understanding the product options is critical in order to achieve the finished look your customer desires. Dyes can be defined as a coloring ...

From intricate residential patio work to decorative flooring to multi-hued columns in sports stadiums – plenty of today’s projects require contractors to use colored concrete. But how do you decide ...

DEAR TIM: I’ve got an in-ground swimming pool at my home and my wife is not too happy about the concrete deck around the pool. The concrete was poured at different times and it’s cured to three ...

Recently, we heard about an attractive floor finish called “acid stain,” which is applied directly over a previously unfinished concrete slab. It’s said to be easy to care for. Acid stain is not paint ...

Concrete stains can provide a rich and unique color to an otherwise plain surface, but staining concrete with traditional methods can be a daunting task. Using natural products such as iron sulfate or ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Tired of those annoying discolorations on your concrete work? To get rid of them, scrub with 1 cup ammonia diluted in 1 gallon (3.7 liters) water. Hose it down well when you’re done. Salt and ...