Acid reacts with the concrete to produce a mottled effect that can look fabulous but is hard to control. Water-based stains give a more consistent finish, and there's a greater color choice.

Concrete Marketing Strategies. Concrete's durability, resistance to extreme weather changes and ability to hold up under heavy loads makes it a material that works in just about any construction ...

This type of coating will be tack-free and ready to recoat in 1-4 hours depending on the formulation and temperature. The biggest challenge with a fast-moving coating like this will be usability.

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