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Main field is Red Clay. Borders are Coal. Circle of medallion is Cardinal. Compass Rose is diluted Red Clay and Coal.
Red Clay is main color. Border and turtles are Coal. Turtles are Coal over the Red Clay.
Main field has a hint, very faint hint, of Whiskey. Then diluted Coal over all of it. The leaves and vines are Coal. The shadows are Buffalo.
ABOUT HERITAGE
Provides a wide range of natural colors
Concentrated form allows color control
UV Stability when sealed interior or exterior*
AMERICAN MADE,
Heritage Reactive Concrete Acid Stain imparts a richness that can't be reached through other coloring mediums. Rather than produce a solid color effect like paint, Heritage acid stains penetrate the concrete to infuse it with earthy translucent tones that vary depending on the surface they are applied to and the application techniques used. Get the look of polished marble to tanned leather to natural stone or even stained wood. Acid stains can be applied to any clean, unsealed concrete surface either inside or outside, such as pool decks, patios, driveways, basements, etc.
The acid in the stain lightly etches the surface, allowing Heritage to react chemically with the mineral content of the concrete surface for a deep penetrating permanent stain. These stains are UV stable when sealed.* Use interior or exterior. Once the stain reacts, it becomes a permanent part of the concrete and won't fade, chip off or peel away. The final brilliant results are unmatched by any other process and leave beautiful varying antique patina type finishes.
Warm brown with red undertones
Warm tan with golden undertones
Mild blue with grey/green undertones.
Raw earth with red undertones
Mild amber with wheat undertones
Black with mild brown undertones
Rich warm brown with red hues
Mild green with grey undertones
Warmed brown
How should I clean the floor prior to applying the acid stain? Evaluate the surface for a current sealer. If sealer is present, remove it before progressing. When you are confident there is no sealer on the surface, use our Surf-Prep to clean and prep the floor. see Surf-Prep
Do I have to neutralize the acid stain? Yes, acid stain must be neutralized after staining with a product like our Balance After staining, the pH of the concrete is low, the neutralizing process raises the pH to a neutral pH or closer to a pH of 7. TIP: While the surface is wet with the neutralizing solution you will get a good representation of the color when it is sealed. see Balance
How to Use
Refer to MSDS and technical data sheet prior to use. Always test the stain in an inconspicuous place on the actual concrete surface of final application. Allow to dry for 4-6 hours. Rinse the test area and observe the color while wet. This will approximate the sealed color.
Flush off the area with water. If there are any oily stains, remove with a degreaser, then prepare the surface with a wash of Surf-Prep diluted 1:2 with water. Rinse thoroughly and let concrete dry.
1. Protect all areas not to be stained. Mask off all adjacent surfaces with painter’s tape or plastic duct tape. Use a plastic or coated cardboard as a spray shield. Plastic or polyethylene sprayers and buckets are recommended for application.
2. If using multiple colors, always start with the lightest color first as a base coat.
3. Mop, sponge, or spray the stain over the area being colored. Apply at a rate of up to 150-300 sq. ft. per gallon of stain (200 sq. ft. per gallon is average). Always use an acid resistant plastic sprayer.
4. Allow the stain to dry thoroughly, 4-6 hours, and rinse thoroughly by mop with a water and ammonia solution such as Balance to neutralize the surface and remove residue. Remove standing water with a wet vacuum.
5. Allow the area to dry 18-24 hours and seal with 1-2 of a low viscosity sealer such as Stamp Seal or a higher gloss sealer such as Stamp Seal “Gloss”. Please note that on interior floors, Cherry Surf-Wax may be used over the sealer for added protection. Water based sealers may be used as well.
Please note: Waterborne sealers may be used as well, however, they usually do not enhance the color of the acid stained floor quite as well as Solvent based sealers.
*Blue and green colors are recommended for interior use only as fading/discoloration may occur.
Stain or paint concrete? The answer is stain, heritage reactive concrete stain is superior to paint in every way. When looking to upgrade a concrete floor be it a patio or office or a basement floor a stained floor with a med to high gloss sealer on top can take any floor to the next level and beyond. contact surface koatings inc. to find a distributor in your area or just google acid stain near me.
WHY HERITAGE?
Will it color areas or surfaces out side the concrete?
How should I clean the floor prior to applying the acid stain?
Evaluate the surface for a current sealer. If sealer is present, remove it before progressing. When you are confident there is no sealer on the surface, use our Surf-Prep to clean and prep the floor. see Surf-Prep
How much acid stain do I apply to the surface?
Can I apply the acid stain on a wet surface?
Will the finished color match the color chart?
Do I seal the acid stain right after it dries?
Do I have to neutralize the acid stain?
Yes, acid stain must be neutralized after staining with a product like our Balance After staining, the pH of the concrete is low, the neutralizing process raises the pH to a neutral pH or closer to a pH of 7. TIP: While the surface is wet with the neutralizing solution you will get a good representation of the color when it is sealed. see Balance
What happens if I do not neutralize the acid stain?
How do I know if I have cleaned the concrete floor well enough after neutralizing?
Can I apply two colors of acid stain on the concrete floor?
Can I apply the same color on the concrete slab a second time to make it darker?
What if I do not like the resulting color from the acid stain application?
Do I have to use the product mixed 1:1 with water? Can I adjust the dilution rate?
How to Use
Refer to MSDS and technical data sheet prior to use. Always test the stain in an inconspicuous place on the actual concrete surface of final application. Allow to dry for 4-6 hours. Rinse the test area and observe the color while wet. This will approximate the sealed color.
Flush off the area with water. If there are any oily stains, remove with a degreaser, then prepare the surface with a wash of Surf-Prep diluted 1:2 with water. Rinse thoroughly and let concrete dry.
1. Protect all areas not to be stained. Mask off all adjacent surfaces with painter’s tape or plastic duct tape. Use a plastic or coated cardboard as a spray shield. Plastic or polyethylene sprayers and buckets are recommended for application.
2. If using multiple colors, always start with the lightest color first as a base coat.
3. Mop, sponge, or spray the stain over the area being colored. Apply at a rate of up to 150-300 sq. ft. per gallon of stain (200 sq. ft. per gallon is average). Always use an acid resistant plastic sprayer.
4. Allow the stain to dry thoroughly, 4-6 hours, and rinse thoroughly by mop with a water and ammonia solution such as Balance to neutralize the surface and remove residue. Remove standing water with a wet vacuum.
5. Allow the area to dry 18-24 hours and seal with 1-2 of a low viscosity sealer such as Stamp Seal or a higher gloss sealer such as Stamp Seal “Gloss”. Please note that on interior floors, Cherry Surf-Wax may be used over the sealer for added protection. Water based sealers may be used as well.
Please note: Waterborne sealers may be used as well, however, they usually do not enhance the color of the acid stained floor quite as well as Solvent based sealers.
*Blue & green colors are recommended for interior use only as fading/discoloration may occur.
Heritage is the number one supplier for Acid Stains or reactive concrete stains across the United States.
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