Step 1: Preparation
- Cover areas at risk of over-spray with plastic drop cloth.
- Newly poured concrete must cure for 30 days before application.
- For existing concrete:
- Remove paint or previously applied sealer using Soy Gel Stripper.
- Remove carpet glue or other adhesives using Bean-E-Doo® Mastic Remover.
- Remove any oils, dirt, debris, Soy Gel Stripper, and Bean-E-Doo® Mastic Remover using scrub brush and ProClean Degreaser™.
- Verify absorption by pouring a cup of water in various areas. If not absorbed within five minutes, etch surface with CitrusEtch™, then neutralize surface with ProClean Neutralizer™ and rinse thoroughly.
- Allow concrete to thoroughly dry before application.
Step 2: Application
Coverage rate is approximately 150 square feet per gallon. Coverage rates may vary based on concrete texture, surface porosity, and application method.
NOTE: Only apply Vibrance™ when surface temperature is between 40 °F (4 °C) and 95 °F (35 °C).
CAUTION: Acetone is extremely flammable, harmful if swallowed, or inhaled. Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store and use with adequate ventilation, allowing airflow to disperse vapors. Before applying Vibrance™, open windows and doors and extinguish all open flames such as gas appliance pilot lights, candles, etc. Do not smoke, use a lighter or matches, or anything that could cause a potential spark.
Mixing:
- Mix Ratio: 152 grams of Vibrance™ powder with one gallon of acetone makes one gallon of Vibrance™
- Pour Vibrance™ into a can of acetone.
- Tightly seal lid and shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
- Allow mixture to sit for one hour.
- Remove all filters from Acetone Dye Sprayer.
- Shake Vibrance™ well before pouring into sprayer.
Spraying:
- Begin spraying at a far corner to maintain a clear path to exit.
- Spray Vibrance™ on surface in slightly circular motions with irregular overlaps.
- Shake sprayer tank from side to side often to prevent color from settling.
- Spray thin coats to avoid puddling.
- To develop deeper color, apply additional coats (maximum of four thin coats).
- Allow eight hours between coats.
- Apply additional coats following same method.
- Dry for at least eight hours before applying a sealer.
- Use a dust mop or microfiber mop very lightly to remove excess Dye not bonded to surface.
Step 3: Seal & Protect Finish
- Apply two thin coats of sealer with AcquaSeal™ or EasySeal™.
- For interior only: Also apply two thin coats of ProWax Polish™.
- For additional application instructions see AcquaSeal™, EasySeal™, and ProWax Polish™ How-To Guides.
Pro Tips:
- To avoid droplets dripping onto surface: before releasing sprayer trigger, immediately place tip in a bucket
- For porous or weathered surfaces, apply a single thin coat of AcquaSeal™ or EasySeal™ before using Vibrance™.
Cleanup:
- Clean tools and supplies with acetone.
Maintenance:
- For exterior: Protect finish every two years or as needed, using AcquaSeal™ or EasySeal™.
- For interior: Protect finish every two years with ProWax Polish™ or spot treat high-traffic areas as needed.
- For additional application instructions see AcquaSeal™, EasySeal™, and ProWax Polish™ How-To Guides.
Tools & Supplies:
- Acetone (one gallon = 150 sq ft)
- AcquaSeal™ or EasySeal™
- Bean-E-Doo® Mastic Remover
- CitrusEtch™ProClean Degreaser™
- ProWax Polish™
- Soy Gel Stripper
- Acetone Dye Sprayer
- Plastic drop cloth
- Scrub brush
- Spiked shoes (if using CitrusEtch™)
Disclaimer: Direct Colors does not warranty or guarantee results (outcomes). Concrete variations or improper application may cause unintended results. Test product on an inconspicuous or small area and allow to fully cure to ensure compatibility and desired result.
