The Kemiko easy 5-Step process provides basic guidance for a vivid and long-lasting result in your acid stain project. From initial preparation to basic maintenance, the quality of Kemiko’s products combined with this process will result in a truly impressive overlay, and durable result on your concrete.

Re-Imagine Your Concrete Floor in Five Easy Steps

Step 1. Surface Preparation

  • Floor preparation: clear debris and dirt from the surface of the concrete, then clean the concrete surface
  • Recommended Product: Kemiko Neutra Clean: Neutralizer and Degreaser
  • Note: If concrete is in very bad condition, already treated or stained, additional cleaning processes will be required. Buildable Overlay is recommended to cover existing stained or uneven concrete.

Step 2. Stain

  • Apply two coats of concrete acid stain color
  • Recommended product: Kemiko Stone Tone Concrete Acid Stain

Step 3. Neutralize

  • Neutralize acid stain and remove residue
  • Recommended product: Kemiko Neutra Clean Neutralizer and Degreaser

Step 4. Protect

  • Apply protective sealer, coating, or wax
  • Recommended products: Kemiko Color Enhancing Concrete Sealer, Stone Tone Sealer II, Stone Tone Buff-On Wax, Clear-A-Thane Sealer

Step 5. Maintain

  • Clean and wax your concrete regularly to maintain your concrete finish
  • Recommended products: Neutra Clean Neutralizer and Degreaser, Easy Shine Mop on Wax

Some featured examples of the 5-Step Process results with these acid stain projects: Stained Concrete Floors - Acid Stain Floor Photo Gallery | Kemiko®

KEMIKO ADVANTAGES

1. Total Floor System

  • Complete line of Kemiko products to create and maintain your floor.

2. Permanent Concrete Stain

  • Color won't fade, chip, peel or wash away.

3. Zero and Low VOC Products

  • Low odor and eco-friendly.

4. Durability

  • Kemiko protective coatings and waxes shield against wear and tear.

5. Low Maintenance

  • Complete line of Kemiko products to create and maintain your floor.

To view more Kemiko Industrial coatings such as Epoxies, Polyaspartics, and Polyurethanes, as well as Decorative Coatings such as Acid Stains, Overlays, Wax Finishes, and Single Component Sealers, please visit us https://www.epmarconnect.com/.

Ready to bring your next concrete project to life? Please contact us to learn how to become a dealer by phone at 1-888-278-2060 or by email at orders@epmarconnect.com.