In order for concrete stain to penetrate and work properly, the surface must be thoroughly cleaned and allowed to dry before staining.

To clean concrete, apply QUIKRETE Cleaner, Etcher, and Degreaser to the concrete, then use a scrub brush to clean the surface. Make sure to follow all the instructions on the container and wear protective clothing, rubber gloves, and eye protection.

Next, rinse off the concrete with clean water from a garden hose. If water beads up on the surface, clean the concrete again until water absorbs into the surface. Allow the concrete to dry thoroughly before applying stain.

This tip brought to you by QUIKRETE.

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Staining a concrete patio or porch is a great way to add character, color, and interest. But to do it right, you have to prepare.

Remove any oil, grease, paint, wax, or old with a cleaner, etcher, and degreaser before you begin. Then wash it thoroughly with clean water.

If water beads on the surface, clean those areas again until the concrete can absorb the moisture. Once it’s thoroughly dry, you’re ready for stain.

These tips brought to you by Quikrete Cement and Concrete Products. It’s what America’s Made Of.


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Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.

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