Water-Based Concrete Stain Walttools 1 GAL Pro-Grade, Eco-Friendly (Black)

Description

Tru Tint WB Concrete Stain - Black
Water-based, penetrating stain for use on nearly any on any concrete surface.
Professional grade, eco-friendly, easy to use.
1 gallon covers approximately 250 sq ft
Also for pavers, cement, natural stone, vertical concrete
Fast-drying
Semi-translucent, easy to layer and achieve mottled look
Can be sprayed, rolled, brushed, or sponged
Easy to dilute for even lighter coating
UV stable for indoor AND outdoor use
Available in regular or concentrated forms
Should be sealed to fully lock in color
Water-Based Concrete Stain
OVERVIEW
: Walttools
Tru-Tint
water-based concrete stain is a safe, non-toxic product used to color various concrete surfaces. It is a safe alternative to common acid stains. It contains no hazardous components, yet can be manipulated to produces the mottled, variegated look associated with chemical (acid) stains used in decorative concrete.
Common surfaces are vertical concrete, boulders, curbing, concrete countertops, stamped and textured concrete, etc. NO safety equipment is required, though rubber gloves may be worn to prevent the color from staining cuticles, and it is always recommended to wear goggles when using a sprayer. The great advantage to
Tru-Tint
is that no “surprises” await when returning to the jobsite to check on the color development. The technician never leaves the jobsite, unless it is for a couple of hours while the
Tru-Tint
completely dries before the application of clear sealer. There is NO neutralizing of the surface. NO ammonia water, NO double or triple rinsing, NO additional drying time.
PREPARATION:
If the concrete surface does not repel water and is not a really hard troweled surface then little or no prep work is required. Any previously applied sealer, paint or other oil-based product must be removed to allow absorption. If the surface is a hard troweled surface or very smooth finish that
Tru-Tint
can not penetrate when tested then light sanding or acid etching should be performed to “open up” the surface.
Walttools C Etch
etching solution is recommended. To test surface, just apply a small amount of
Tru-Tint
to the surface and wait for a couple of minutes. If the product does not soak into the surface and wipes up leaving little or no color, then the surface needs to be prepped by sanding or acid etching.
Sanding Floor
: Make sure that after sanding floor that clean floor with a mild cleaner and brush to get all sand particles up from pores of concrete. Then rinse well and wet vac floor while it is wet. Then test an area where it was sanded with
Tru-Tint
to makes sure there is porosity in slab and all dust is removed.
APPLICATION:
Shake all product thoroughly before testing colors.
Tru-Tint
can be sprayed, squirted, mopped, brushed, sponged or rolled. Care must be taken to avoid or cover up straight lines associated with rolling (unless straight lines are desired).
The most common method is by pump up sprayer, spraying lightly and moving the wand in a circular direction looking for slight overlap.
Tru-Tint
may be applied full strength or can be diluted with water to achieve a lighter hue. When using a single color of
Tru-Tint
, the first step is to apply completely over the entire surface. A single color of
Tru-Tint
in single application, achieves mottling by the varying degrees of porosity within the surface of the concrete. Additional “acid” like effects are achieved through further applications, either in complete coverage or random applications and faux finish techniques. Further applications depend upon desired look and porosity of the concrete.
NOTE
: Tru Tint is not designed to be used as an opaque or near opaque finish. An example is having white or light concrete and wanting to turn it into a very dark color.
That runs the risk of using so much color that it prevents a protective sealer from bonding properly to the surface and you can have chipping and peeling problems.
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hen using multiple colors, apply the lighter colors first.
NOTE
The White
Tru Tint
is of heavier pigment loading and care is recommended when applying white over other colors, as the white may be too overbearing. The white also shows settling, so keep product shaken or stirred.
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Each coat contributes a little “primer effect” to the successive coat. Meaning that each additional coat may take longer to dry, and the latter application may be more pronounced.
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The colors can be mixed in any fashion. They can be mixed together before application, and may actually separate a little to produce mottling by slightly different colors. More control and distinct colors is achieved by building one color on top of the other.
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The edges of puddles will leave very distinctive veining, upon drying.
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Always sample test an area for proper technique and results before actually using.
SEALING:
Follow the manufacturers’ guidelines. Remember, a water-based product has just been applied and different sealers have varying tolerance to additional moisture.
Tru-Tint
leaves an inert pigment upon drying. Slight residual material at the surface is acceptable; it will be incorporated into the sealer and bonded to the surface. However, White
Tru-Tint
should be completely dry and checked for residue if the sealer is being applied by any other means then spraying. The White can be picked-up and transferred by some sealers, especially if rolled to “tackiness”. If this transference of color is taking place, STOP! Additional drying time is probably needed. Switching to a sprayer for the first coat of sealer is another option. A lower solids level for the first coat of clear sealer is a third remedy. Allow 24 hours before permitting foot traffic on sealed area. Allow 72 hours before heavy traffic or vehicle traffic.
COVERAGE:
1 GALLON
Tru-Tint
covers 200-300 sq. ft. per coat depending on porosity of concrete at full strength.
WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be of merchantable quality when used according to the instruction herein. It is not warranted to be suitable for any purpose or use other than the general purpose for which it is intended. Liability under this warranty is limited to the replacement of the product as purchased, if found to be defective upon inspection by the manufacturer/seller. This limited warranty is issued and accepted in lieu of all other expressed warranties and
explicitly excludes
liability for consequential damages. Buyer assumes all risk and liability resulting from the use of this product.
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International Customers
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.
First Class Mail International:
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