Staining Concrete Block Retaining Wall
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Staining concrete block walls can provide a pop of color or change the look and feel of a space.
Staining concrete block retaining wall. Staining block requires an understanding of the stain itself to determine the exact ratio of stain to water. If anything is on the surface of the concrete retaining wall the stain will not be able to do this and you will be left with a blotchy and uneven stain. The concrete block should readily absorb water and have a rough abraded surface. The stain has to penetrate and be absorbed by the concrete.
However most concentrates are around a 1 1 ration of concentrate to water. Julie was able to completely cover the white concrete with our deco gel acid stains and achieve a beautifully stained concrete retaining wall. If in doubt at all use the concrete etching solution to break up the first layer of the concrete and allow it to absorb the stain. This is dependent upon the texture of the block wall.
Step 1 clean the concrete. The easiest way to clean off the concrete is to use a pressure washer. Deco gel is the perfect choice for vertical surfaces like retaining walls. If using acid based stains please remember safety gloves and goggles.