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Activation Times For Concrete Acid Stains: How Long To Leave Acid Stain On Concrete.

To achieve the best color results with your acid stain project, it’s important to pay attention to the activation times before applying the stain. Different colors have different activation ranges, and the final appearance of the stain can change dramatically as it dries and reacts with the concrete. As the stain works its magic, a residue of alkali and minerals may form on the surface – this is a normal part of the process.

Get the best results from your acid stain project by following the minimum activation times listed in the table below. These times are specific to the Direct Colors acid stain colors and should be used as a guideline for achieving the desired color and finish. Keep in mind that these are minimum times, and you can leave the stain on for longer if desired.

Avocado Concrete Acid Stain Swatch
Avocado Concrete Acid Stain Swatch

First Appearance of Color: Greenish Brown

Final Appearance: Bluish Green with Brown Accents

Minimum Activation Time: 4-6 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

Photo Gallery: Avocado Images

Azure Blue Concrete Acid Stain Swatch
Azure Blue Concrete Acid Stain Swatch

First Appearance of Color: Light Blue

Final Appearance: Medium Blue

Minimum Activation Time: 4-6 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

Photo Gallery: Azure Blue Images

Concrete Acid Stain Swatch - BLACK
Concrete Acid Stain Swatch - BLACK

First Appearance of Color: Dark Brown

Final Appearance: Black

Minimum Activation Time: 4-6 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours for Darkest Black Color

Photo Gallery: Black Photo Images

Coffee Brown Concrete Acid Stain Swatch
Coffee Brown Concrete Acid Stain Swatch

First Appearance of Color: Greenish Brown

Final Appearance: Medium to Dark Brown

Minimum Activation Time: 4-6 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

Photo Gallery: Coffee Brown Images

Cola Concrete Acid Stain Swatch
Cola Concrete Acid Stain Swatch

First Appearance of Color: Greenish Brown

Final Appearance: Reddish Brown with Warm Orange Tones

Minimum Activation Time: 4-6 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

Photo Gallery: Cola Image Images

Desert Amber Concrete Acid Stain Swatch
Desert Amber Concrete Acid Stain Swatch

First Appearance of Color: Greenish Brown

Final Appearance: Straw Color with Warm Orange Tones

Minimum Activation Time: 8 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

English Red Concrete Acid Stain Swatch
English Red Concrete Acid Stain Swatch

First Appearance of Color: Greenish Brown

Final Appearance: Reddish Brown

Minimum Activation Time: 4-6 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

Photo Gallery: English Red Image Gallery

Malayan Buff Concrete Acid Stain Swatch
Malayan Buff Concrete Acid Stain Swatch

First Appearance of Color: Greenish Brown

Final Appearance: Golden Tan with Warm Orange Tones

Minimum Activation Time: 8 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

Sea Grass Concrete Acid Stain
Sea Grass Concrete Acid Stain

First Appearance of Color: Greenish Brown

Final Appearance: Sea Foam with Dark Brown Accents

Minimum Activation Time: 4-6 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

Photo Gallery: Sea Grass Image Gallery

Shifting Sand Concrete Acid Stain Swatch

First Appearance of Color: Greenish Brown

Final Appearance: Olive Green with Reddish Brown Accents

Minimum Activation Time: 4-6 Hours

Maximum Activation Time: 12 Hours

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