Concrete staining

[woodcutta]

Hi
I have been looking for information on "Acid Etching" concrete. Not wood finishing I know, but finishinig all the same. The process involves coloring and etching the concrete and then coating with a clear sealer.
I have seen all the references for the materials on US sites, but can't find anywhere in Aus to buy it.
Does anyone know of a supplier in Aus.?

Thanks
Woodcutta

[stephenmeddings]

see my reply to your other post: http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com.au/showthread.php?p=108771#post108771

[woodcutta]

Thanks for the reply Stephen. This looks like an etch before painting. Is that correct? I have attached a website that better illustrates what I am trying to achieve.
http://www.fabcrete.com/Acid%20concrete%20stain.html#stain%20chart

Thanks again
Woodcutta

[stephenmeddings]

Had a look at the site. Looks a great idea. You could still try a concrete supplies place a see if they have seen it in Aus.

[Stu]

Looks like an interesting idea, let us know how you go if you get hold of some of the product and use it.

[wombat47]

I, too, am most impressed with some of the finishes that have been produced using this technique. Unfortunately, I don't have any concrete floors.

A couple of Oz concrete patina stains are -

http://www.concretecoloursystems.com.au/

http://www.permacolour.com.au/patina.htm

Also, have a look at the piccies at http://www.acidstainconcrete.com/
This site is primarily an advertisement for a "how to" video but some fantastic examples of "artwork" floors. Note the "Do you have an acid staining question" box on the right hand side.

http://www.stencilsystems.com/texstain.html is also worth a visit for the examples.

[woodcutta]

Thanks for the feedback. I will be working in Brisbane in early January so I will get into Permacolour and see what they have.


Thanks again
Woodcutta