Tuesday, April 10, 2012

What To Know About Concrete Floor Paint In Los Angeles

By Bonita Odom


When looking to transform drab unfinished floors, either in an outdoor living space or a large warehoused store, concrete floor paint Los Angeles offers an excellent option. It can add both unique patterns and colors to floors. Owners; however, should avoid the temptation to use the same paints on floors that is usually used on walls. There are some better choices. concrete floor paint Los Angeles

Water-based stains are designed to penetrate the surface and add permanent color. The finish may be translucent, allowing some of the existing pattern to show through or opaque, which provides a uniform appearance. They are available in many colors, black, white and metallic tints.

Dyes for these floors do not work with chemical reactions but are designed for penetration of the surface to impart color. They offer a long wearing solution due to the small particle size of the pigments. They are available in both solvent base paints and water based paints. Solvent based dye paints provide a more uniform finish, although the interesting marbling patterns formed by the water based paints can be very beautiful.

Tinted sealers provide an more subtle effect. These semitransparent colors are often the least expensive of all choices to add color to flooring. They can be used in conjunction with stains and dyes to enhance the color.

Whether consumers choose dyes, stains or tints for the job, they should understand that some color variation is normal with this type of job. Consumers should view photos of finished projects as well as color swatches to choose the best treatment for their floors. Surfaces that have been treated with waxes or stained by oils may not allow these treatments to penetrate and create the desired finish.

Concrete floor paint Los Angeles adds beauty and flair to a room. It can provide a durable finish that is excellent in many different applications. Consumers have many options available for their floors.




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