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Vivid Acid Stain for Concrete Caramel 1-Gallon

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Caramel

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Color Caramel
Brand CC Concrete Coatings
Surface Recommendation Concrete
Material Stain
Model Name CCI-CS 400 1G

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  • Wide range of colors and shades to choose from
  • Antiqued Marble Effect
  • Elegant, Durable & Versatile
  • Easy to Apply and Maintain
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Easy to use
4.2 4.2
Durability
4.2 4.2
Sheerness
3.8 3.8
Value for money
3.7 3.7

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WHO WE ARE

CC Concrete Coatings, Inc. is a team of dedicated professionals who formulate, blend, package and deliver concrete results. We have been proudly in the industry for over 20 years, manufacturing overlays, stains & dyes, and other products for your concrete projects.

VIVID ACID STAIN

Restore. Re-invent. Revive.

Tired of the plain old dull concrete surfaces in your home or office? Concrete Coatings VIVID Acid Stain creates an aged, mottled, and antiqued color and will preserve your concrete surface after drying. You’ll love the endless number of distinct looks you can achieve by adding beauty to concrete.

It is suitable for residential application, but it is also durable enough for commercial application. It reduces surface-glare on walkways, driveways, patios, and entrances.

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From Drab to Fab

Transform any ordinary concrete surface into a luxurious and marbled look with Concrete Coatings Vivid Acid Stain. It creates a one-of-a-kind weathered, mottled, and antiqued color, which adds beauty to concrete surfaces and creates various looks.

Easy to Apply & Maintain

Concrete Coatings Vivid Acid Stain is easy to apply, creating professional results in no time. When applied and sealed correctly, the concrete surfaces require very little maintenance! To remove dirt and debris, a simple sweep and mop will do.

Durable & Long-lasting

Unlike regular paint, Concrete Coatings Vivid Acid Stain penetrates deep into the surface, making it long-lasting and durable. It will not fade, chip, peel or wear out.

Money-Saving

Staining your concrete surface is a good value for your money. Concrete Coatings Vivid Acid Stain is a budget-friendly option, and there’s no need to hire a professional and spend a ton of money on beautifying your home.

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AVAILABLE IN A VARIETY OF COLORS

Choose the color that goes well with your space. Concrete Coatings Vivid Acid Stain comes in 11 different shades: Amber, Caramel, Coffee, Ebony, Jade, Mahogany, Mission Brown, Olive, Turquoise, Walnut, and Weathered Terracotta.

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APPLICATION

Using a sprayer, liberally apply the stain evenly and continuously in a circular motion over the surface. Avoid spraying in a uniform pattern. Random circles are best to prevent visible lines in the stain. Try to avoid excessive puddling. Keep the stain container on concrete but close to the work surface to prevent dripping. The stain will foam for a few seconds as it reacts with the concrete.

As foaming takes place, continue expanding the area very slightly to the outer edges. Once the material reacts and the foaming stops, the residue should not be applied to uncolored sections. Use fresh material to continue staining the unstained surface, working well back into the completed section to avoid lap marks. Maintain a wet edge throughout the procedure. Do not track stains onto the pavement that is to remain uncolored.

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4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
2,394 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use and quality of the concrete stain. For example, they mention the instructions are to be believed, no prep is needed on the floor and the results are solid and seem like they will last. That said, opinions are mixed on the value and color.

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333 customers mention248 positive85 negative

Customers like the quality of the stain. They say it works well, is easy to apply, and has solid results. Some say it's elated with the final results. Overall, most are pleased with the quality, consistency, and finished look of the product.

"...We wanted a DURABLE, WASHABLE, ATTRACTIVE floor. We chose "Coffee" because it mimicked the dirt color around here the best...." Read more

"...This was essentially an experiment that worked pretty well although I used more stain than I thought I would and will likely buy more to darken some..." Read more

"...Left on a full 24 hours. Clean up was pretty easy really- just make sure you do a good job...." Read more

"...but the most key point I have found with this stuff is VIRTUALLY ALL BRUSH MARKS SHOW UP...." Read more

139 customers mention125 positive14 negative

Customers find the stain super easy to use, with good instructions. They say no prep is needed on the floor. However, some customers say prep is very important.

"...review but essentially what I'm trying to say is this stuff is WAY easier to use and way harder to mess up than you think!!..." Read more

"...Take from this review what you will. But this product was straightforward and I would definitely buy it again...." Read more

"...WOW! This product was more than we hoped for - So easy to use...." Read more

"...Here are some things to keep in mind:- Super easy to use! I used a sponge to dab the stain onto the fountain. Make sure to wear gloves!..." Read more

308 customers mention192 positive116 negative

Customers are mixed about the color of the stain. Some mention that it looks very nice, gives a natural stone look to the concrete, and is beautiful. However, others say that the color is not quite as dark or as red as they hoped, more orange. They also say that they have had a difficult time getting the color they wish.

"...We wanted a DURABLE, WASHABLE, ATTRACTIVE floor. We chose "Coffee" because it mimicked the dirt color around here the best...." Read more

"...The color came out great...." Read more

"...bad before the sealant is applied because it is lighter and has a chalky appearance. The sealant gives it a deeper, richer color. Good luck!" Read more

"First of all, the colors from this stain are beautiful and pretty close to what you imagine by the pictures on your computer...." Read more

44 customers mention22 positive22 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the stain. Some say it's worth the price, easy to apply, and a high quality stain, while others say it was a waste of money and too expensive for their purposes.

"...A gallon goes a long way. Well worth the Money...." Read more

"...my situation but because purchasing a small amount to even try is quite expensive...." Read more

"...We have success with the color without sealant. Worth the price to buy again...." Read more

"...It's a terrible waste of time and money. Now I have had to scrub areas with muriatic acid which does clean it off but still very abnormal spots...." Read more

16 customers mention5 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the dry time of the household stain. Some mention that it is easy to use and dries fast, while others say that it takes days to dry, is splotchy, and uneven. Some say that the product is watery and does not adhere to brick.

"...It ended up being a little too wet and when I sprayed, the acid flowed into a couple low spots and pooled, you can kind of see where that happened...." Read more

"...running out of acid stain on your concrete, is that it dries before you can get more and then there is no way to blend colors and it removes stain..." Read more

"...Stain is best used when it’s warm and sunny! It will dry much faster, and you’ll be able to see the color transform much more quickly.-..." Read more

"...Also pictures were taken right after mopping and a little damp in some areas. Floor has not been sealed yet...." Read more

9 customers mention4 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the coverage of the stain. Some mention it has excellent, easy coverage that covers the concrete well, while others say that it has low coverage and does not cover the whole pad.

"...One gallon of the sealer did not cover the whole pad (He used a 3/8 nap roller for the sealer). He only did one coat of sealer...." Read more

"...as though it penetrates deep into the surface making for completely smooth coverage. When dry, the color becomes darker. Totally beautiful!..." Read more

"Great use but coverage is a fake add on" Read more

"...Used the acid stain on a new stamped concrete patio. Excellent coverage...." Read more

14 customers mention0 positive14 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the leaking of the household stain. They mention that it leaks everywhere, partially spills, and squirts all over the place.

"...“fixed” that but putting it in a plastic bag which caused it to leak on the floor and ruin my wood floor." Read more

"...😍 The first package I received only had one in it and it was partially spilled..and I ordered 2 but I contacted the seller and they shipped out 2..." Read more

"...I had a bottle of stain leaking inside packaging and another bottle cracked as I was trying to remove tape on the cover...." Read more

"...IT SQUIRTED ALL OVER THE PLACE. WHAT A MESS! I HAD TO STETCH THE REST TO FINISH MY PROJECT. DID NOT COME OUT AS WANTED." Read more

Easier to use than you think!
5 Stars
Easier to use than you think!
I have now used this stain on three different concrete pads and it's awesome.The first time I used it, I followed the directions to the letter. Lightly wet the concrete then spray the acid with a clean bug sprayer (a pain when it's 75 degrees and sunny and the water evaporates faster than you can spray)... wait a few hours... neutralize the acid with a mixture of ammonia and water... scrub the black residue that comes up during the reaction... clean the concrete.... wait a day or two, then seal it. The color came out great. Looked a little dull like the last photo in this review, but once I sealed it, it looks more like the second to last photo (I did not use a wet-look seal so it doesn't look AS shiny.)The second time I used it, it happened to snow within about an hour of me finishing the spraying. Unable to neutralize the acid, I figured it would just come out darker since it would be sitting on the concrete for longer. It came out THE SAME. After the snow, it rained a little here and there and with the water melting off the concrete and a little rain hitting it, the black residue came off completely on it's own. This saved my back since I didn't have to bug spray the whole thing a second time with the ammonia or manually scrub off the black on my hands and knees. We like a rich orange/rust color so I was happy that the final color is exactly the same as our first pad (the two seconds of concrete touch each other so I was hoping it would come out very similar in color).The THIRD time we've used this acid stain are the photos I've posted here. This time, I was going to work smarter - not harder. It had rained prior to me applying the acid so the pad was already wet. It ended up being a little too wet and when I sprayed, the acid flowed into a couple low spots and pooled, you can kind of see where that happened. For our use, this doesn't bother me. But if you want an even color, make sure your pad doesn't have any spots where there is pooled water. I sprayed the acid and just left it.The first photo is about four hours after I sprayed it (it rained on and off all day). The black residue basically covered the entire pad. I wet the concrete with the hose and tried to scrub it with a shop broom but I was convinced it was stuck on there. When the pad completely dried out, that is the second photo with some white crusty residue. So I decided to wet the pad again (the third photo) to show me how much black residue was left. There wasn't much, so I decided to give it just a little pass over with a shop broom while wet and let it dry out again to see if more came off. It ended up raining the rest of the day and POOF the fourth picture is what I found a few hours later! The fifth picture I just took and is how the pad looks with no sealer and no moisture. Looks dusty but I promise it will have a rich color more like the fourth picture when I put the sealer on.I should have just let the rain wash away the black residue and saved myself some vigorous scrubbing but I doubted myself for a minute. Sorry for this hugely long review but essentially what I'm trying to say is this stuff is WAY easier to use and way harder to mess up than you think!! Just some regular watering after acid staining will save you a lot of trouble.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2015
Size: 1 Gal (Pack of 1)Color: CoffeeVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2017
Size: 1 Gal (Pack of 1)Color: MahoganyVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2017
This is my 2nd time acid staining my concrete with Concrete Coatings and I highly recommend their products.

I used Mahogany and sealed it with their Super Seal 2000 in Matt finish. I also used their ez prep to clean before applying the acid stain.

There is no more economical way to finish concrete than this stuff and it is easy to work with but is labor intensive. The masking and preparation is the worst part. Just follow all the instructions to a T. Is you had someone to help with the application of the acid it is a big benefit. I have done both by myself and succeeded.

I applied the ez prep cleaner with a sprayer, brushed it in with a deck brush then washed it off with a pressure washer.

Then masked surfaces. You need to mask good, especially any adjacent concrete or mortar. I had bricks and masomitebsiding so masked a lot. Also the washoff when you remove it can stain too. I used plastic sheeting to allow it to run off and not down the bricks.

You spray the acid on and use an acid brush on a from handle to brush it it. This is where two people would be a big benefit, one spraying and one brushing it in. Make sure to get a sorayerbthat does not have any metal parts, made for this stuff or chemicals. Honestly I bought a chemical sprayer off Amazon for this and it was OK, not great. By contrast I used a small Chapman sprayer to apply the neutralizer and I wish I had used it for the acid. It had a much netter pattern.

Depending on how much you apply there may be some runs. You could even brush it in but come back 10-30 minutes later and see runs. I have actually left runs on at times and it adds some unique look to the colors and finish depending on how it runs. It depends on your tastes. You can re brush it in but the most key point I have found with this stuff is VIRTUALLY ALL BRUSH MARKS SHOW UP. It is important to keep this in mind as you are applying and brushing and again where a second person helps. Also due to variances in the concrete you will Find different shades and patterns that are uncontrollable. This is what makes it neat really, just don't expect everything to be uniform like paint.

Once applied wait several hours before nutralizing and washing off. I did mine at night and neutralized it the next morning so it was on about 8 hours.

I neutralized with ammonia diluted 10:1 in water. Sprayed it on, again brushed it in with a deck brush then hosed it off. Then I used a pressure washer with some Keys Cutter for contrete to wash it clean to prep for sealant. Be careful if you use a pressure washer. It is possible to get it too close and actually take some of the acid stain surface off. I do think it is important to wash this thoroughly, if not with a pressure washer then with a deck brush and hose, after neutralizing. This will still be some residue after neutralizing so important to remove what's not needed before sealing.

Then after its clean I sealed it with 2 coats applied with a roller. The sealant dries very quickly and really sets the color off. Frankly it looks very bad before the sealant is applied because it is lighter and has a chalky appearance. The sealant gives it a deeper, richer color. Good luck!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2021
Size: 4 Ounce (Pack of 1)Color: CaramelVerified Purchase