{"id":101232,"date":"2025-07-30T20:32:24","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T20:32:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/diy\/?p=101232"},"modified":"2025-07-31T18:29:45","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T18:29:45","slug":"how-to-use-and-love-water-based-concrete-stains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/diy\/how-to-use-and-love-water-based-concrete-stains\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Use And Love Water-Based Concrete Stains"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Use And Love Water-Based Concrete Stains<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where do you stand?\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From baby steps to giant leaps, the ground beneath our feet constantly supports us as we walk through life. Concrete floors and surfaces are the foundation of our homes, outings, and activities. Concrete is easy to walk all over, which is exactly why it&#8217;s important.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water-based concrete stains make it easy to add beauty and resilience to the concrete we move and groove on every single day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>By Sarah Cicconetti<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101236&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;420&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; Navy Blue, Blue and Blue Spruce<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101234&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;420&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; Navy Blue, Blue and Blue Spruce<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A World of Concrete, Floors, and More<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wherever you tread, roll, or run there\u2019s a floor silently bearing your weight. It\u2019s not something we think about very often, but they\u2019re not complaining. Concrete is everywhere, especially in our floors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so much of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencemuseum.org.uk\/objects-and-stories\/everyday-wonders\/building-modern-world-concrete-and-our-environment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">our world built from concrete<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s not surprising that it\u2019s one of the most supportive, stable, and structurally sound flooring options. Concrete floors are also some of the most widely used. Here are just a few places where you can find concrete, floors, and more in your daily life.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101241&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;480&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; Molasses and Mahogany<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background-color: #e6e6e6; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101243&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;480&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; Sunset<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background-color: #e6e6e6; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101242&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;480&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; White<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background-color: #e6e6e6; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101238&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;480&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; Molasses<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background-color: #e6e6e6; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#DDDDDD&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Living<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Concrete is popular in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, garages, patios, pools, and other residential surfaces because it\u2019s cost-effective and low maintenance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shopping<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Restaurants, retail stores, warehouses, and factories built with concrete can handle high foot traffic and heavy, easy cleaning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Showing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Showrooms, vehicle dealerships, and museums have concrete floors for their load-bearing capacity and sleek, visual appeal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Working<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Hotels, lobbies, schools, and universities use concrete for durability and longevity. Plus, concrete floors help regulate indoor temperatures and promote energy efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Healing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sealed concrete floors are a hygienic choice for hospitals, clinics, and medical offices to reduce dust and allergens while promoting cleaner, healthier environments.<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concrete is durable, affordable, practical, and a very present, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencenews.org\/article\/concrete-nation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">powerful force in the real world<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This mighty material makes up so many buildings and surfaces, but it\u2019s the versatility of concrete and its ability to take on additives that really make it shine.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background-color: #e6e6e6; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s In A Name: Concrete + Water-based + Stain<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Concrete<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a mixture of cement, water, and usually sand and gravel. This fine but grainy mix leaves little pores in poured cement. These tiny holes are the perfect size and space for water-based concrete stains and their colorful pigments to stick to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Water-based <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">concrete stains deposit colors all the way down into your concrete. They don\u2019t just coat the top of it. The pores in concrete absorb and pull water-based stains deep below the surface. As a water-based concrete stain penetrates into your floors, its colorful pigments go with it. When the water dries out, the colors stay in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Water-based concrete stains,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/colorwave-concrete-stain?product_code=DC-CLW&amp;variant_id=41471\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ColorWave<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, rely on the simple process of evaporation. Since there are no harsh chemical reactions, colors are more predictable and uniform. By harnessing the penetrative power of water, colors from these topical stains are more durable and endurable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All this magic that makes water-based concrete stains an easy, efficient solution for revitalizing concrete floors also makes them deliver some pretty incredible results.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101251&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;480&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; Iron Gray<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101250&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;480&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; Persimmon, Molasses, Steel<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background-color: #e6e6e6; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advantages You Want, Results You Can See<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, our floors take a lot of wear and tear. That\u2019s their job after all, silent structural support. But just because concrete floors are strong and supportive doesn\u2019t mean they don\u2019t deserve a spruce. Besides, \u201csprucing up\u201d your floors isn\u2019t just for their benefit and beautification. It\u2019s for yours, too, and here\u2019s why.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Revitalizing your concrete floors improves their aesthetic appeal, adding elegance and personality to your space. Water-based concrete stains are customizable, stylish, and long-lasting. They\u2019re easy to clean and require minimal upkeep. This makes water-based concrete staining an extremely cost-effective flooring solution. It also makes them a smart, fast investment for increasing property value.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few more smart, fast, and user-friendly features of water-based concrete stains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Versatility<br \/>\n<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water-based concrete stains are unmatched in their ability to create eye-catching visual effects. They\u2019re semi-transparent, which allows the undertone of your concrete to show through. This allows you to layer them and create marbled, mottled designs. Their micronized pigments sink deep and soak evenly into concrete\u2019s pores. They come in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/mm5\/color-chart\/ColorWave_Color_Chart.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24 vibrant colors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, all of which are UV stable so they can be used indoors and outdoors on any type of concrete to make customized designs that match your decor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Durability<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water-based concrete stains are highly durable. Since the stains penetrate the surface instead of just sitting on top of it, they withstand heavy foot traffic, weather, and daily wear and tear. They have to be properly sealed first, but after that, every family member and furry friend you know or own can crawl, walk, or wag their way across them without worries. A regular sweep or quick mop takes care of cleaning them. So you can save time, money, and stress throughout their long, brightly colored lifespans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Environmentally Friendly<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water-based concrete stains have zero <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/indoor-air-quality-iaq\/what-are-volatile-organic-compounds-vocs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">volatile organic compounds (VOCs)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The lower the VOCs, the less harmful chemicals they release into the air. So lower VOCs contribute to healthier air quality indoors and out. Using low VOC products is better for your family and the environment. This makes water-based concrete stains <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/powerhousecc.org\/understanding-low-voc-materials-a-guide-to-healthier-living-and-building\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a safer, more eco-friendly choice<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s also a brag-worthy benefit for your own environmental responsibility.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Easier Application<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no denying that water-based concrete stains are useful and user-friendly. But their most impressive benefit is that they\u2019re easy to use. Since they work with water and evaporation, you can work with them faster and easier. No harmful chemicals, less protective gear, minimal cleanup, and a lot less fuss (and odor!) make for simpler, more enjoyable projects you can complete quicker. With less intimidation and more convenience, water-based concrete stains make for a great first-time DIY.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With one of the simplest, safest, most earth-friendly application processes, water-based concrete stains are fast and fearless. Especially if you start off with a trial kit. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101061&#8243; img_size=&#8221;&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">ColorWave &#8211; White<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background-color: #e6e6e6; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try It With Confidence<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Concrete floors are a blank canvas. They\u2019re functional, but on their own are pretty ordinary when it comes to form. Since the pores of concrete are always open, they\u2019re ready and waiting to absorb the pigments of a water-based concrete stain, transforming your concrete canvas into a work of art.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a water-based concrete stain like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/diy\/beautiful-transformations-with-water-based-concrete-stains\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ColorWave makes transformations easy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but it\u2019s still a big commitment. Starting with a trial kit allows you to test different colors and finishes while getting familiar with the application process on a smaller stage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether your concrete is poured, paved, stamped, sunbathing, or subterranean, a trial kit is a simple place to start. (Plus, all our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/colorant-trial-kits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> concrete stain colors trial kits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have free shipping!)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trial kits help bring your ideas to the surface. They give you more freedom, more experience, and more options. They come with everything you need to experiment and practice at home. You get to pick three different colors of ColorWave water-based concrete stain and they include foam brushes and a satin or gloss sealer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/colorwave-water-based-concrete-stain-trial-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ColorWave Stain Trial Kits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are the perfect chance for you to mix, match, and master water-based concrete stains. Whether you like sleek and modern, rustic charm, or don\u2019t know which bright, bold, and beautiful foundation you prefer\u2013a trial kit gives you a way to explore whatever strikes your fancy and your feet.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background-color: #e6e6e6; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" \/>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Apply It Like A Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anybody can turn their concrete floors into lasting expressions that match their style and space. All it takes is 3 easy steps and a weekend.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=&#8221;10&#8243; el_class=&#8221;top-heading&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1616094226340{padding-left: 30px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column el_class=&#8221;projects-blog-title&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>1. First The Prep<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first thing you\u2019ll need to do is prep your work surface. That means giving your existing concrete floor a good, thorough cleaning. The best tools for this are a soft bristle deck brush and a cleaner that\u2019s gentle on your floor and the environment, like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/concrete-cleaner-degreaser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ProClean Degreaser<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mops are not your friend here. They tend to spread grime and dirty rinse water across the surface of your floor rather than actually getting rid of it. A soft bristle deck brush will help you remove the dirt and grease from your concrete\u2013not just push it around. Opting for an industrial-strength solvent that\u2019s free from harsh chemicals is the way to go. Those types of chemicals can create negative reactions with your water-based concrete stain and sealer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arm yourself with a bottle of ProClean Degreaser concentrate, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/pJAO_1JD4DA?si=336RtEQJYzr2y5Cm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a pump sprayer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and your soft bristle deck brush. Scrub and rinse as you go. When your concrete is washed and dried, you\u2019ll have a clean slate, primed and ready for staining.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101261&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;480&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>2. Then The Stain<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this step, the most important thing to remember is that it\u2019s easy!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water-based concrete stains like ColorWave have small but mighty pigments and a water-based formula powered by evaporation. This makes them the safest, simplest concrete colorants to work with.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shake your bottle of ColorWave.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take all the filters out of your pump sprayer.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pour in that perfect color you picked.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then just spray it down how you want to see it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply two thin coats\u2013wet on wet.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t even need to wait for it to dry between coats.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common application method is using circular coats that are overlapping. It also helps if you jostle or shake your sprayer back and forth frequently during this step. This ensures that those powerful color pigments are evenly dispersed throughout the stain while you\u2019re applying it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the second overlapping layer goes on, the color may not look as vibrant as you were expecting. This is normal. After the sealer goes on, in the last step, it will make your color pop.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you apply too much water-based concrete stain, you\u2019ll overflood the concrete\u2019s pores. When that happens, your sealer won\u2019t have any concrete pores left to soak into and will stick on the pigments instead. This results in stained concrete floors or surfaces that could chip or flake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key to a worry-free water-based stain application is two, thin, overlapping coats. It\u2019s that easy.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;101262&#8243; img_size=&#8221;600&#215;480&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>3. Never Skip The Sealer<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last step on your path to concrete floor greatness is sealing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sealers are a shield between your newly transformed concrete masterpieces and the rest of the world. This strong, impenetrable barrier is your best ally for achieving color perfection and concrete protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sealers lock out moisture, weather, UV, dust, dirt, and the countless steps and stains of daily life. They also lock in and build up the color you chose, adding vibrancy and vitality to your stain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your water-based concrete stain has evaporated and the concrete is completely dry, it\u2019s time to seal:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a flatter, matte finish try a water-based sealer like <\/span><b style=\"font-size: 1rem;\">AcquaSeal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2122<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a slightly richer color finish opt for a solvent-based sealer like <\/span><b>EasySeal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2122<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or you can explore <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directcolors.com\/concrete-sealers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">all the best concrete sealer options<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from indoor to outdoor use and gloss to satin finishes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sealing, like staining, needs two, thin coats. When you&#8217;re sealing though, do each coat one at a time. Sealers have to be completely dry between applications and before you walk on them. It will take at least 8-12 hours for each layer to dry. The longer you wait, the better your final results will be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter which type of sealer you choose, it will harden as it cures. This tough top layer protects the floor beneath your feet from scuffs, scratches, and spills. Outdoor concrete sealers also help prevent damage from freeze-thaw cycles and the elements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, sealers extend the life of your concrete color while making it easier to maintain, clean, and keep looking pristine for years to come. 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