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1. Tips For Success When
Acid Staining Your
Concrete Floors

2. • Acid staining is a great way to enhance the
look of concrete floors. In order to get the
best results, it is helpful to follow a few
basic guidelines before, during and even
after the staining. Taking your time and
making sure you follow each step in the
process will make all the difference in the
quality and appearance of the final
product.

3. Cleaning the Floor
• Before you begin to apply the stain to the
concrete floor, take the time to clean the
area thoroughly. The idea is to get rid of
any dirt or grime that has built up in any
cracks or scratches along the floor
surface. You want a completely clean
surface to work with. If you don’t get all the
grime out of the way, there’s a good
chance you won’t be happy with the
results once the staining is complete.

4. See What You Have to Work With
• Once the floor is clean, take a good look at
the condition of the floor. Depending on
the look you are going for, those scratches
and discolored areas may be bonuses that
will give the floor a more unique look. On
the other hand, you may find those
scratches to be liabilities. If you want to
start with an even and blemish free floor,
you may have to sand the surface before
moving on to the acid staining.

5. Read the Instructions
All acid stain products come with usage
instructions. The best approach is to read
them from one end to the other before
starting the project. Those instructions will
provide valuable hints about how to do the
job effectively. Unless you are an old pro at
this type of project, chances are that you can
learn a thing or two by reading the
instructions ahead of time.

6. Identify Possible Application
Methods
• You will also want to spend some time
online identifying different approaches to
acid staining. The process can include
stenciling as well as using different
devices to apply the stain. Ask friends on
social network sites for some ideas. You
can also ask the question on message
boards and see if anyone has an idea or
two that sounds like a good fit.

7. Dress for the Job
• If you are doing the staining yourself, make sure
that your mode of dress is right for the job. An old
pair of jeans coupled with some shoes that can be
washed easily will serve as the basis for your outfit.
Use an old long sleeved shirt to provide protection
from the stain. A pair of latex gloves will also come
in handy. Since the task of staining a concrete floor
can work up a sweat, you will want some sort of
sweatband to help with the perspiration. For people
who plan on sanding the floor before applying the
stain, always wear some sort of eye protection so
that there is no danger of dust or some small
irritant getting into the eyes.

8. Seal the Floor
• After using the application technique of
your choice, allow the stain to settle into
the concrete. Assuming the look is what
you had in mind, you will want to apply a
sealant to the top of the concrete. The
sealant will help to create a somewhat
glossy finish for the floor and also protect it
from the daily wear and tear that is
common for all types of floors.