Make sure all floors are protected from sub-contractor activity. Your floor will achieve the best staining results if it has been kept free of all foreign substances. Stains, patches, chips or cracks in the concr ete will be evident after the staining is finished. Some defects will actually enhance the aged effect of your fini shed floor, but it is best to protect the floor from the things we have listed.

Owners, builders and contractors are solely responsible for the condition of the floor before we commence work, and after we have completed our work. We do not imply or accept liability for damaged floors. Insis t that those you have contracted with accept all liability for any damage caused during construction.

We work extensively with home builders, and have developed this section of the site in order to give you a list of our requirements. Our job goes more quickly and smoothly if we all understand what our expectations are. This is a must read section for anyone we work with.

Whether you are a builder, contractor, subcontractor or homeowner, this is important information that you should know. Most of this material applies to new construction. Following our guidelines will help us to achieve the optimum results and minimizes damage to the concrete floor before and after the staining and sealing process.

You will need to treat the concrete floor as if it were an unstained wood floor. Anything that can discolor, bleach or stain a wood floor could also affect the success of staining a concrete floor, so protect the floor well before and after staining.

Make sure all floors are protected from sub-contractor activity. The floor will achieve the best staining results if it has be en kept free of all foreign substances. Stains, patches, chips or cracks in the concrete will be evident after the staining is finished. Some defects will actually enhance the ‘aged’ effect of your finished floor, but it is best to protect the floor fr om the things we have listed below.

Owners, builders and contractors are solely responsible for the condition of the floor before we commence work, and after we ha ve completed our work. We do not imply or accept liability for damaged floors. Insist that your subs accept all liability for any damage they may cause during construction. We recommend that you have them read and sign a copy of this section.

REMODEL
Before you undertake the project of removing old carpet or tile or if you have a very old residence, be aware your concrete stain can be affected by a number of factors. Please read this material thoroughly before deciding whether or not this is the course of action you want to take. In some situations, you may find that staining is not the best option for your floor.

Old Carpet
Carpet tack strips leave divots that will create a rustic look in your floor. If this is not the effect you want, consider something else besides concrete staining!
Glues and adhesives must be thoroughly removed before staining. You can do this yourself or hire someone to prepare the floor. We do not provide this service. Be aware that this is a messy, labor intensive job.
If you want to do your own preparation:
Purchase a razor edge tile bar from the hardware store.
Purchase tile adhesive remover from a hardware store.
Paint Overspray

Paint overspray can really be a problem and difficult, if not impossible to remove. It must be removed completely if the stain is going to penetrate. In kitchens, many cabinets have been sprayed with clear sealers. These seal ers may not be evident until you begin to stain the floor. The stain will not penetrate into the concrete. THIS MUST BE
Terrazzo Tile

Removing the tile damages the float surface of the concrete. NOT RECOMMENDED
Very Old Residences

(30+ years)
The stain reacts to the minerals in the floor. Old concrete has leeched most of these salts from the surface, creating a much more muted effect on the finished floor. You might want to contact us for other floor options.
Exteriors

Porches, sidewalks and pool surroundings are good stain possibilities. The finished look is more of a sandstone appearance due to the rougher concrete surface. The colors will vary depending on the age of the concrete an d other factors.
Overlays on existing slabs

This is a good option for concrete surfaces that will not accept the stain. However, the look will not be the same as a new pour.
Download Contractors Requirements

Before we arrive
Floors must be clean and free of debris. (We will not be able to stain a dirty floor, and will charge a cleaning fee if the floor is not prepared.)
Running water and electricity must be at our disposal
The Application Procedure
Scoring
Scoring can take from a few hours to a couple of days, depending upon how extensive the scoring work is. We will measure, mark and then score all of the floors before any staining is done.

Staining
Staining the floors can usually be completed in one day. We will prepare the floors by washing them with an industrial detergent. After they are dry, we will stain. Sometimes it is necessary to re-stain depending upon the depth of color needed.

Sealing
We use manufacturer recommended wax sealers for a beautiful finish on our projects. The wax hardens to a nice matte finish, and is very durable and easy care for household use. We will wax the floor with 2 coats, then buff to a nic e sheen. This usually takes 1 day.

Overlap the edges, and DO NOT TAPE TO THE FLOOR! TAPE ONLY ON THE WALLS. Tape adhesive, spilled paint, varnish, overspray, etc. will ruin the finish and will be costly and difficult to repair.

Even if we put the floor cover down, WE ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR FLOOR DAMAGE.

Ask us about our prices to cover the floors.