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Instructions
~ Samples
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Every
slab reacts differently with the stain. The concrete is colored
from a chemical reaction. Things such as the concrete finish, concrete
mix, temperature, humidity, etc., effect the color. Generally the
stains reaction is in a range of expected color, however if you
would like a better idea of the color your slab will take, then
we can run samples under cabinets or in a room that gets carpet.
Samples will give you a better idea of the expected color, however,
the magnitude of the actual job effects drying time so duplication
of samples is unlikely. Samples should be checked out the morning
after completed because they will dry down and change overnight.
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If
you wish to run samples because you are looking for a narrow band
of shades, you may pick out a set of six colors or combinations
of colors to sample. Each set cost $500.00. If you want one set
of six, enter a "1" (the default) into this field. If
you want more, keep in mind that each set of six samples cost
$500.00. If you pick a color from our showroom or a color sample
sheet then enter a zero or take out the number that is in the
field and it will not add it to the total.
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Instructions
~ Scoring
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Enter
the square footage of the area you wish to calculate anestimated
price on.
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Click
on either 1/4"or 1/8" to indicate the width of the scored
line (not the depth of the score), or click on none if you do not
plan to have any scoring done in the area. The 1/4", our most
popular, gives a much more pronounced grout line look like
tile, whereas the 1/8" is more subtle, fading out as you look
across the floor.
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Instructions
~ Stain
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Choose
the number of layered colors your floor will have. Many jobs are
one color. Some of our custom colors have two or three layered
colors. If you are not sure, use one color and keep in mind that
an additional $0.50/sf will be added for each additional layered
color.
NOTE: This is not referring to custom cut in work involving color
separations. It is referring to multiple layers of color to achieve
a more weathered, developed patina. Custom color separations are
bid individually.
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Instructions
- Pre-finish:
Select one of the three choices
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Interior Seal/Wax
This
is a protection option, primarily for contractors. See our Protection
Option page for more details. It is also recommended for areas
like kitchens to help protect the floor from liquids penetrating
into the concrete. This is one coat of seal and one coat of wax.
It is intended for floors which will get a wax final finish.
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Exterior Seal
This
is used primarily on exterior surfaces which are exposed to the
weather for maximum protection and low maintenance. We put down
two coats at this stage, and one more coat at the final finish.
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Interior Wax
Used
for general interior floors to protect the newly stained floor
from general spills and wear during the remaining construction
process. At the final finish, we apply another wax coat before
move in.
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Instructions
~ Final Finish
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Interior Scrub
This
is a protection option, primarily for contractors. See our Protection
Option page for more details. It goes with the "Interior
Seal/Wax" option in the pre-finish section. Before the final
finish is applied, we scrub the floor to remove construction residue
and dirt to prepare the floor for the final finish.
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Exterior Seal
This
goes with the exterior seal in the pre-finish section, and would
be applied to exterior surfaces such as covered patios, pool decks,
driveways and flatwork.
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Interior Wax
This
goes with either the Interior Seal/Wax option, or the Interior Wax
option. It gives depth to the color and a sheen on the floor.
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Once
all the options are set, click on the calculate button and a printable
non-binding estimate will pop up in a separate window.
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