Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Staining a concrete patio is a great way to boost the appearance of an old concrete surface. Just like a fresh coat of stain on a ...

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Generally speaking, the more cement in the mix, the stronger the reaction you will get from chemical stains, producing more intense colors. Therefore, use straight cement mixes, such as a five- or six ...

If you haven’t noticed, concrete has become more fashionable in mainstream design. Although the use of colored concrete isn’t anything new or groundbreaking, the interest in concrete as a finished, ...

Rust is annoying, but it can be especially frustrating on hard, porous surfaces like concrete. Lift those exterior stains ...

The concrete around this swimming pool is two different shades. There are several ways to make it look much better and change the color at the same time. (Tim Carter) Analysis by Tim Carter I’ve got ...

Tired of those annoying discolorations on your concrete work? To get rid of them, scrub with 1 cup ammonia diluted in 1 gallon (3.7 liters) water. Hose it down well when you’re done. Salt and ...

Concrete stains can provide a rich and unique color to an otherwise plain surface, but staining concrete with traditional methods can be a daunting task. Using natural products such as iron sulfate or ...

Q:I replaced one-fourth of a concrete driveway when a new water line was installed. That section is white, the older sections gray. It looks awful. If I paint the concrete, I can imagine chipping and ...

In the past when architects and designers mentioned concrete, people rarely got excited. It usually meant a dull, grey, visually unappealing appearance. Today though, thanks to new technological ...

Old or unsealed concrete driveways are porous, so they are easily stained by oil or mold. DIY cleaning is possible, but only ...

Q: I found your Dec. 3 advice about removing rust stains from concrete pavers to be quite interesting. I have a problem with stains on concrete, though not from rust. We recently put down a concrete ...