AcquaTint™ Contractor System - 1,000 sq ft

Contractor-Scale Interior Concrete Floor System — 1,000 sq ft Coverage

The AcquaTint™ Contractor System is the contractor-scale kit for large interior concrete floor projects: commercial retail floors, restaurant interiors, office spaces, large residential open-concept floors, basement finishing projects, showrooms, and any indoor concrete installation covering up to 1,000 square feet. It includes 5 gallons of AcquaTint™ Colored Concrete Sealer in your color choice and 5 gallons of ProWax Polish™ in your choice of Satin or Gloss finish.

This is the system Direct Colors recommends for contractors, commercial flooring specialists, and serious DIYers tackling large interior concrete floor projects. The 5-gallon container sizes deliver the lowest per-square-foot cost in the AcquaTint™ lineup, ensure color consistency across the entire job from a single batch, and include enough ProWax Polish™ for the initial application plus future maintenance — a significant value for commercial clients who need ongoing floor care.

Why the Contractor System Includes 5 Gallons of ProWax

The math works in the contractor's and building owner's favor. Five gallons of ProWax Polish™ covers approximately 5,000 square feet per coat — about 1,665 square feet at the recommended three coats. Here's how it breaks down on a typical 1,000 sq ft commercial floor:

• Initial application: 1,000 sq ft at 3 coats = approximately 3 gallons of ProWax
• Remaining for maintenance: ~2 gallons = two full maintenance coats across the entire floor.

For a commercial client — a restaurant, retail store, office, or showroom — this means the building owner or property manager has the ProWax they need for ongoing floor care without placing a separate order for the first year or more. For a contractor, handing the client leftover ProWax with instructions on how to maintain the floor is a professional touch that builds trust and prevents callbacks.

ProWax Polish™ is a sacrificial floor finish — it sits on top of the cured AcquaTint™ and absorbs the daily foot traffic, furniture scuffs, spills, and cleaning wear that would otherwise hit the color finish directly. When it wears thin, the building owner or maintenance staff simply mops on a fresh coat of ProWax. No stripping. No resealing. No contractor callback. The color underneath stays intact because the ProWax took the wear.

Satin or Gloss: Choosing Your ProWax Finish

Both ProWax finishes provide the same level of protection — the choice is purely aesthetic:

ProWax Polish™ Satin — Low-sheen, natural finish. Popular in modern commercial spaces, minimalist residential interiors, and any application where the concrete should look protected but not glossy.

ProWax Polish™ Gloss — Reflective, polished finish. Popular in retail, showrooms, restaurants, and traditional high-end residential and commercial interiors where a gleaming floor is part of the design.

What AcquaTint™ Does and How It Works

AcquaTint™ is a water-based colored concrete sealer that adds long-lasting color to concrete and seals the surface at the same time. One product. One application. Your concrete is colored and protected in a single step. The water-based formulation is low-VOC and low-odor — no solvent fumes. Follow the handling precautions on the product label.

AcquaTint™ cures to a satin finish and is available in a full range of colors, from warm earth tones to deep neutrals and accent colors. Two coats are required for full color saturation, and coverage is approximately 1,000 square feet per 5-gallon at two coats.

AcquaTint™ is semi-transparent — it colors the concrete surface but will not hide cracks, stains, or blemishes. Existing surface character shows through the finish.

Why Contractors Buy the Contractor System

Color consistency across the entire job — A 5-gallon container of AcquaTint™ is one consistent batch. A 1,000 sq ft commercial floor colored from one container will have uniform color across the entire surface. Multiple 1-gallon containers risk visible color shift between sections — especially noticeable on large open-concept commercial floors where the client sees the whole space at once.

One delivery, one job — Everything needed for a 1,000 sq ft interior floor project ships in one order. No waiting on backordered components, no separate orders for the sealer and the polish.

Built-in maintenance supply — Handing the client leftover ProWax with clear maintenance instructions is a professional differentiator. The client maintains their own floor between service calls, the finish stays beautiful, and the contractor builds a reputation for projects that last.

Low-VOC commercial compliance — AcquaTint™ is water-based and low-VOC, which satisfies the compliance requirements for LEED-certified buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, government contracts, and other commercial installations with mandatory VOC limits.

⚠ Test Colors Before You Commit at This Scale

At 5 gallons and 1,000 sq ft, a wrong color choice on the Contractor System is an expensive mistake. Direct Colors strongly recommends ordering the AcquaTint™ Trial System to test colors on the actual floor before committing to a contractor-scale order. The Trial System costs a fraction of the Contractor System and gives you — or your client — confidence that the color choice is right before the crew shows up.

How to Use the Contractor System

1. Clean the concrete thoroughly. Use ProClean Degreaser™ to remove dirt, oils, and surface contamination. Rinse and allow to dry completely. If the concrete is currently sealed, painted, or coated, use Destiny™ Stripper first. Concrete must be clean, unsealed, and dry before AcquaTint™ is applied.
2. Apply the first coat of AcquaTint™
   with a plastic pump sprayer, foam brush, or ⅜" nap roller. Backrolling immediately after spraying is highly recommended — spraying without backrolling increases the risk of puddles, drips, and uneven color. Work in manageable sections, keeping a wet edge. AcquaTint™ dries to the touch in 30–60 minutes; wait at least 2 hours before the second coat and confirm with a thumbnail test — press firmly, and if no dent forms, you can recoat.
3. Apply the second coat of AcquaTint™. Two coats deliver full color saturation and maximum surface protection.
4. Allow AcquaTint™ to cure fully — typically 24 hours before the next step.
5. Apply ProWax Polish™ (Satin or Gloss)
   over the fully cured AcquaTint™. Use a trim pad, foam mop with wringer, microfiber push mop, or lamb's wool mop — dampen the applicator in warm water and wring out all excess first. Apply thin, even coats with light pressure. Allow at least 30–45 minutes between coats.
   Apply 3 coats; do not apply more than 4 coats in 24 hours. The floor accepts foot traffic 6–12 hours after the final coat and is ready for furniture at 24 hours.
6. Store the remaining ProWax for future maintenance. Label it clearly and hand it off to the building owner or property manager with instructions on when and how to reapply. This is one of the most appreciated professional touches a contractor can offer on an interior floor project.

What This System Does Not Include

• Surface prep chemicals — ProClean Degreaser™ and Destiny™ Stripper (if needed) are sold separately.
• Application tools — Sprayers, rollers, brushes, and mop applicators are not included.
• Color testing — The AcquaTint™ Trial System is sold separately and strongly recommended for contractor-scale projects.

What This System Is Designed For — and Not For

The Contractor System is built for indoor concrete floors only. ProWax Polish™ is an interior product — it's not engineered for outdoor weather exposure, UV, or rain. Do not use this system on exterior surfaces.

For exterior concrete projects, use AcquaTint™ Colored Concrete Sealer on its own or with a clear water-based concrete sealer topcoat for high-traffic exterior applications.

Pricing for Larger Projects

Need more than 1,000 sq ft of coverage? Order multiple Contractor Systems, or contact Direct Colors for a contractor quote on bulk orders. Direct Colors offers wholesale pricing for working contractors and commercial flooring specialists.

Direct Colors: Made in the USA Since 1997

Direct Colors has manufactured professional-grade colored concrete sealers and floor polishes in the USA for over 25 years. The AcquaTint™ Contractor System pairs the two products that define the Direct Colors approach to interior concrete floors — color and seal in one step, then protect the finish with a sacrificial polish for years of low-maintenance performance. It's the same system used on commercial retail floors, restaurant interiors, and high-end residential projects across the country.