Stained Concrete Floors

[@Duraamen-Flooring]

Stunning! Stained concrete floors are a game-changer, offering durability, style, and endless design possibilities. Watching this video is like stepping into an art gallery for flooring enthusiasts.

[@jamesmehaffey7611]

Even the crack in the floor looks badass. Awesome 👊

[@Drifter0001]

That is one epic floor.

[@CretoSeal20]

Thanks!

[@deaneclark6469]

Your floor looks amazing...you did a great job! Thank you for sharing! Stay safe, healthy and positive! GOD bless you and your family! 🙏❤🇺🇸😊

[@CretoSeal20]

Greatly appreciated!

[@AbelieverofourLord]

Very nice. You put in a lot of work, but it paid off... I've come to the conclusion that there are two types of concrete: wet or cracked.

[@kmhtaylor]

Wow! That finish really works to the repaired cracks in the floor. Nice!

[@a.b.d.3974]

I got all the paint off my floor I have some particles of paint on my floor but looking at your floor I think I'm ready to stain I thought every piece of paint had to be removed. The floor looks amazing.

[@vilvetramsey7348]

Great job THANK YOU for the post you have given my hubby and I a GREAT idea for our floor

[@Cretosealsealants]

I appreciate that.

[@okaminess]

omg wish u could do that to my floors. my apartment managers SUCK. My floor has grotesque gray floor paint peeling off everywhere. I got paint chips stuck to the bottoms of my feet. i came here to pleasure myself on watching a beautiful floor come into fruition. Thanks for the video. I wish I had a nice floor. Bastards would probably raise the rent if they put a little elbow grease into improving the floors.

[@travesswolford2835]

Never gonna get that tune out of my head

[@designdoctor247]

Thanks for the warning. I muted it

[@jeffreythomas64]

@@designdoctor247 omg 😮

[@RawRLisA]

😂😂

[@JamesClark-uh8kx]

I wish all city street sidewalks were done like this!! Nice job!!

[@Cretosealsealants]

That would be an awesome world wouldn't it?!! Thanks!

[@AltarParssoy]

@@Cretosealsealants and we all would be dead in the first freezing temperatures.

[@Cretosealsealants]

@@AltarParssoy True, but you can add a non-slip media to most sealers. It just makes the sealer more matted.

[@AltarParssoy]

@@Cretosealsealants still, condensation may result in the formation of thin ice on fine surface. Also, if side walk is sloped, non-slippery finish can only help to a point.

[@Cretosealsealants]

@@AltarParssoy True. Maybe in a perfect world.

[@williamcorbett7810]

Very explanatory and creative. Wish me luck !!!!

[@jalvarez111]

Great video my friend! Thank you for posting.

[@CretoSeal20]

Thanks!

[@vanessamcallister4235]

Looks similar to marble. Great work

[@Cretosealsealants]

Thank you!

[@rosaleaceretto1225]

Gorgeous!!!

[@oaycomeo1037]

I really want this stunning floor now but have no idea to do it lol

[@Cretosealsealants]

It's not as hard as you think. Applying the surface sealer was the hardest part but I'm working on carrying new, easy to apply surface sealers that will give you that same amazing look.

[@jcooper1026]

Looks awesome

[@CretoSeal20]

Much appreciated.

[@saran.4001]

Thank you. This was very informative. I have cheap laminate floors, I want to tear them up and do this. Thank you so much.

[@lwilliams7570]

They are beautiful!

[@duanejohnson2026]

Awesome job!

[@jesskoshollek7222]

Why do you seal it before water staining it ? Don’t you want the water sealer to penetrate the concrete ?

[@CraftyWhovianD]

My husband is been very resistant about this flooring because of ECHO. We had a small party in our basement for my daughter and it was so Loud with echo with the plain concrete floor that he doesn't think we can keep a concrete floor. How can we make that work? I like the look and I really do not want carpet down there. ANY SUGGESTIONS?

[@dianadinah24]

Why are the cracks still there? I thought they were covered up

[@chadspinosi8331]

I was bobbin my head like a mafuxka

[@MrJack13031]

Lol me too! I was also sticking my balls forward and backwards too!

[@paramount1992]

How many days did it take yoh

[@mikekemper9566]

Excellent great music also

[@Suzippe]

Great job!

[@890639buck]

I was just vibin bro

[@CretoSeal20]

Thanks!

[@890639buck]

Man I got this update and was like, “what was I vibin too??” And now here I am. Vibin all over again. You had no right putting this fire track on this video.

[@eddieslife9310]

nice job

[@laurieandreoniwilson597]

This is gorgeous. We had concrete floors done and the guy made a mess with the color. Can this product be used right over what is already done to change the color? There is some texture in the floor, which I like.

[@FishLoaves]

This floor looks great. I would love to do something like this on my basement. Can this be done by a DIYer? Or how much would someone charge to do a job like that?

[@conishkee]

08-30-20: This looks GREAT and I love the colors!!

[@Cretosealsealants]

Thanks, much appreciated!

[@TomBTerrific]

Don’t think I would be happy looking at 5he cracks all the time. Seems this could have had a coating that would cover or better blend this.

[@PRLcafe]

Big job. Pretty

[@escapematrixenterprisejacq7810]

Beautiful

[@lucilenecosta233]

How clean this floor correctly? Because I clean house and a have one house with this floor and nothing is good for clean, please help me

[@DianaRodriguez-fu2xf]

Anyone know how to keep them shiny? Or remove stains from them? We recently moved to a house with this type of floor and the movers dragged their belongings in the floor. I know it’s not scratch but I cannot remove those stains and get it to shine.

[@shazwill7534]

I need an answer for this as well. Similar situation!

[@skol4life297]

Use high gloss epoxy rather than polyurethane. Epoxy is more durable than oil base, latex base, acrylic or polycrylic. Obviously there are different sheens this was an answer to strictly address “shiny”.

[@obijuankenobi420]

Maybe apply a tiny bit of acetone on a rag and test in a corner to see if it wipes off the clear coat. If it doesn't, then wipe where the marks are.

[@CretoSeal20]

You can clean the floors and use a wax to gloss the floor up. The only other option is to add another coat of sealer. Abrade the floor, clean, and use our Sweet & Easy polyaspartic sealer which is a high gloss sealer. It's highly durable, scratch, and chemical resistant.

[@davidking4838]

Question - Ventilation? He didn't apply that chemical with all the doors and windows shut, did he? Doesn't seem wise.

[@ejmbak]

Great job

[@Cretosealsealants]

Thanks!

[@zkuwait1727]

How can you get to corners with that polishing machine/buffing machine?

[@CretoSeal20]

You don't. Use an angle grinder with a 7" pad and that's about as good as it gets.

[@LuisPerez-rt1ws]

That work outside? Patio ?

[@JohnnyMelwood]

Gorgeous

[@Cretosealsealants]

Thank you!

[@Greenfreedom2024]

Great video and name of song?

[@CretoSeal20]

Thanks, but I don't know the name of the tune... sorry!

[@Azam9947]

I was thinking getting this for my industrial styled home to save money on tiles/wooden flooring. Those r damn expensive /sq2 nowadays huh. Is this worthy or will it still cost me a lot? & in thinking to DIY it or should I leave it to professionals?

[@Cretosealsealants]

If your concrete is in good condition then you can do it DIY. Otherwise leave it up to a pro. Prices can range but DIY would be the most cost effective.

[@savagecatgt]

What do you consider good and bad condition? How can I tell?

[@TheTruth-tu3so]

I hope i get an answer 🙏🏻 i was wondering on how do you clean this type of floors after already living in the house. ... what mops can be used? & what chemicals? Or can you even yse warm water? I have many questions

[@CretoSeal20]

Super easy cleaning... Water and micro fiber towels or mops for the most part but for a deeper cleaning use a pH neutral stone cleaner. It won't leave a residue on the selaed concrete. Here's a link to ours: cretoseal.com/shop/balance-cleaner/

[@bretsherk]

What brand of stain did you use

[@dryrunfarmMD]

Do you have to follow all these steps for a new, freshly poured concrete floor?

[@timmyallain6333]

What products did you use?

[@jamesburroughs7248]

Awesome

[@CretoSeal20]

Thanks buddy!

[@woburngirlxo]

If my concrete floors are in good shape can I just clean them and apply the product? Product, then topical sealer? Do I seal the floor first before the application of the colored gloss? Thanks...

[@Cretosealsealants]

Yes, you can just clean the concrete, stain and seal. The penetrating sealer is not required if there's no moisture problems with the concrete. Grinding makes it look better but is also not required.

[@barclaypowell2717]

I'm looking at doing this to a house that has bare concrete floors. I wanted to see if there was any tips or tricks and if this can be done easily by someone themselves. Also is the cost of this generally less, comparable, or more to a basic vinyl flooring? I've loved concrete floors and really would love to finish the ones I am looking at doing.

[@CretoSeal20]

Yeah, this process was a little involved but easier methods can be done as a DIY project. Please contact me through our website and I can help you with understanding the process and what might work best for your situation. I'm a concrete nerd... I love talking about this stuff!

[@charlieh115]

Would this work well in a basement… would it be mold, mildew and moisture proof?

[@CretoSeal20]

Absolutely! I recommend our new Sweet & Easy Sealer instead of the polyurethane I used. Much easier to apply!

[@YAMANMEEP]

What concrete patch did you use? Quikcrete? how do I know if it has limestone in it so that it will stain. thank you

[@CretoSeal20]

I used Mapei Quick Patch.

[@keeganoconnor5291]

Does grinding the concrete with the floor machine get rid of paint stains or do I need to clean my floors prior to using the machine?

[@Cretosealsealants]

Stains might be still visible after grinding but it should remove paint. It all depends on what grit level you use. You can always use a floor stripper before grinding to get the paint up as well.

[@leonorramirez4017]

how soon do you know after putting the quick curing patch mix to to be cure so I can scrub the floors and vacuumed the dirty water

[@Cretosealsealants]

Every patch mix is different. The one I used cures in 2-4 hours and can be ground the same day.

[@enoughisenough4600]

Love the music!

[@Cretosealsealants]

I like it but it's a hit or miss with the viewers.

[@howieduwit2551]

I hated it! Unbearable! Thank you the video though. I just had to lower the volume.

[@llamacebu216]

I removed an old carpet and their was bunch of white dust that has hardened and maybe some type of puddy.. I've been washing with soap but it takes a lot of scrubbing? Chemical to use to clean the concrete easier?

[@Cretosealsealants]

Yes, floor strippers will get that up in a jiffy. It takes some cleaning after to get up all of the stripper residue though. A floor grinder will get that up as well. Try our SCR 1600 floor stripper if scrubbing won't get it up and you don't want to rent a machine. cretoseal.com/shop/scr1600-coatings-remover-w-oil-cleaner/

[@robertahaynes2080]

Can I use paint thinner to remove paint that was under my carpet? I’m gonna stain and seal my floors, but don’t know if the chemical will take if I put thinner in the floor.

[@Cretosealsealants]

Hi Roberta, I would recommend using acetone since it doesn't leave any residue. Just use it carefully and don't pour it all over the place since the fumes can ignite very easily. Use chemical resistant gloves too.

[@robertflores7888]

Looks good Where'd you get the products

[@Cretosealsealants]

The stain, deep penetrating sealer, and concrete fills are from my company which is linked at the top of the description. The polyurethane is sold by another site. I recommend using our Sweet & Easy sealer instead of the one I used for a super durable, high gloss surface sealer. Much less complex to apply.

[@00jlove]

If I already sealed my floors but I painted them and I don't like it. How can I change them?

[@CretoSeal20]

It's a process. Check out this video showing how to do it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/en_OYZiilJyUe9E

[@00jlove]

@@CretoSeal20 OK. I just watched

[@luisvilla799]

Question dont they have a machine that does all the smoothing out it was a giant wheel, what's the name....okay should watched the entire video

[@Cretosealsealants]

I don't think I've seen one of those. Sorry.

[@keriallen2711]

Nice

[@papasmurf7684]

I would try resurfacing the concrete to get rid of those cracks. And then stain.

[@Cretosealsealants]

Exactly what I did. Thanks!

[@papasmurf7684]

@Corey Andersen I didnt watch the whole thing I only saw just few seconds of the staining. But if he resurfaced why do you see the cracks then? Doesnt resurfacing give the whole new layer. That's what they do for concrete drive ways.

[@Cretosealsealants]

@@papasmurf7684 I didn't do an overlay. There's different crack fills that are colored or clear too.

[@papasmurf7684]

@@Cretosealsealants I see and thank you for telling me. I'm completely novice at this. Looking to do some work on my garage floor. Debating whether to epoxy or stain.

[@Cretosealsealants]

@@papasmurf7684 You would use the epoxy over the stain... or over raw concrete.

[@dollylove3430]

Love the stain and the music. Who’s mix is that?

[@Cretosealsealants]

Don't know. Off of some mix from a decade ago.

[@ssantino317]

Can u put heating under these floors?

[@CretoSeal20]

If it's done before the restoration would be my guess. That was the guy's old garage floor I restored!

[@rockout0909]

Hi! I have stained concrete floors in my apartment exactly like that. I live them. However, they look cloudy and dull after I mop them... Any tips?

[@Cretosealsealants]

You're probably using the wrong floor cleaner. I recommend using natural stone cleaner since it's pH neutral and doesn't leave any residue on the sealed concrete. We sell Balance floor cleaner which works on all stone, tile, and sealed concrete. cretoseal.com/shop/balance-cleaner/

[@fpvtrys2632]

try cherry bomb wax from legacy Products in Florida

[@Michael-xg2ru]

Subbed! Nice job and looks great! We're going to knock out existing creme colored tile to do this. We have about 1250 sf on a bottom floor, how long should be we plan to finish the DIY job if we're doing a few hours a day? Also, have you seen this look good with semi-modern homes with somewhat open floor plans , but not 100% completely open? Our thinking is, if we're gonna consider replacement gray tiles, might as well try this first

[@Cretosealsealants]

That project took me about a week and a half to do all by myself. I think concrete is usually the most cost effective flooring option especially for a DIY project.

[@oshen0]

@Michael ~ I realize that this response is a year after you commented..but, i just wanted to share my thoughts & opinions with you. You asked if these floors looked good in a semi-modern & pretty much open floor plan... I feel like this particular look & style/finish for the floor ~ it was damn near exclusively made for "semi-modern/open floor plans". Lol. (Im exaggerating a little..but, both of those go together so well!!) Again, this is just my opinion/these are my tastes & theyre based on what I've seen/come across/tried out over the years. Im big on the asthetic, the feel, the flow, etc of my home & places in general. I'm researching & planning out an upgrade/remodel for my house right now & these floors are a huge part of that plan.. (that's why I ended up here on this video & replying to you. Lol). Couple of the things that I like most about the floors being done like this (especially in a space that's "semi-modern & has an open floor plan") is this : ** the floor color that's being done in the video ~ i think it goes really well with a wide range of colors & furniture styles. It ties in really nice with all kinds of different options. ** you can use different sizes/shapes of rugs & different pieces of furniture together to define/create the particular spaces that youre wanting in that open area. For example... - a sectional + a big area rug + a behind the sectional console table can define the living room space. - longer/skinnier rugs are good for defining walkways or "hallway" areas in a wide open area. And, they do a good job of creating a "line" or "point of separation" between your living room area & a library/reading area or an office (for example). The living room area is on one side of the long/skinny rug & the reading area or office space is on the other side of that long/skinny rug. The furniture defines the space & the rug gives a distinct separation of the 2 areas. ---------------------------------------- Side Note ~ any throw rug would work but there's a brand called "Ruggable" that I think is worth checking out. The system is pretty "cool". It's made up of 2 different parts or layers..There's a bottom layer that keeps the rug secured really well to the floor & then there is the top layer that serves as the "rug" part of the system. It makes it to where you're able to buy multiple styles, looks, & patterns & switch them all out. They come up really easy & they can be thrown in the wash easily for cleaning, as well. Makes it easy to change the look out throughout the year and keep the areas looking fresh. Makes it easy to keep the rugs clean if you have pets & kids "movin' & shakin'" day in and day out. They have a really cool thing going on. So, yeah..this style & look of flooring is most definitely a "GO" with the kind of space that you're talking about!

[@whitneymessinger381]

How much does this cost?

[@CretoSeal20]

It depends on the size of the floor. You can get pricing at our website linked in the description.

[@autumnfan7573]

just out of curiosity. does it meet Fire class A1? wondering is it suitable for public area. thank you

[@Cretosealsealants]

Hi Autumn, the Creto DPS penetrates completely into the concrete and increases the density. The concrete would have to be tested after application. As for the topcoat, I'm not sure. I would imagine so.

[@od4407]

I think you misspelled pubic*

[@DESPISEDIC0N]

@@od4407 late response, but yes my pubic area was still Fire class A1 after this process.

[@ThemGnarlyBoys]

I just bought a house with flooring like this and have a dog... how do I get the claw scratches out of the surface of the concrete?

[@Cretosealsealants]

Claws shouldn't be scratching the concrete. My guess is that they're scratching the surface sealer. You would have to abrade the whole floor, blend in the scratches, clean, then re-coat with a new surface sealer.

[@ThemGnarlyBoys]

Creto Seal will it just scratch the new surface sealer? Or is my current surface sealer just old. It was done 10 years ago

[@pyarimuskan]

Hy dear can u help me plz i have a bad and dull floor and i dnt know how to make it shiny plzz suggeste something that can i do by my self

[@Cretosealsealants]

Either grind it flat and use a high gloss sealer or use a polyurea which is thick and high gloss which will make a rough floor look glossy.

[@ShaneHolly]

How long did this take start to finish

[@Cretosealsealants]

Hi Shane, it took a little less than two weeks. Four days of prep, grinding and cleaning. A couple days to let the DPS cure, three days for the stain and clear coat app. and then a couple more days before I diamond buffed it.

[@angeldeleon4523]

Dose this make the floor slippery as it looks ?

[@Cretosealsealants]

If it gets wet it can get a little slippery. You can always use a non-slip sealer like Poly Step Guard if having a slippery floor is a concern.

[@peterose6152]

you’re editing’s amazon #professional

[@Cretosealsealants]

Thanks.

[@peterose6152]

Creto Seal glad you knew what i meant lol

[@marangelaholley6212]

What is the name of this color

[@CretoSeal20]

Color Mist concrete stain in Tobacco, Brown, and Bronze... I think I used a little Dark Brown too!

[@solareclipsetimer]

The stain did not penetrate at all into the patched cracks! Why not? They are completely obvious.

[@Cretosealsealants]

Every type of cement based product takes a stain differently. The goal wasn't to tyry and hide the cracks but to accentuate them.

[@LegacyIndustrial1]

Really nice!!

[@Cretosealsealants]

Thanks!

[@TheScottFam4]

Curious as to how this is w animals and kids and how durable it is

[@Cretosealsealants]

It holds up well especially for residential applications. Our Poly Seal goes 3 to 4 years before it needs to be reapplied. Cleaning and resealing is super easy and can be done in one day.

[@ooom5841]

Wowed!!!!!!!

[@Vintagetrailer]

How do I get this sound. Can't Stop The Music!!

[@Cretosealsealants]

Your guess is as good as mine. Sounds similar to an old Alchemist beat.

[@2021-j2d]

Is this too slippery to use on a porch or patio?

[@Cretosealsealants]

Not if you use Poly Step Guard which is a satin sheen, smooth but slip resistant polyurethane. It's super easy to use, you just roll it on. Check it out at the link in the description. Thanks!

[@jimmydyess4045]

How long does the stain take to dry?

[@Cretosealsealants]

Usually around two hours give or take. After it's dry to touch you can apply the surface sealer.

[@byf4ith]

Very high maintenance. Plus if you ever want to change to ceramic tile or porcelain, you have to grind the floors back down to concrete. Trust me.

[@CretoSeal20]

The sealer only needs to be reapplied every ten years.... not too bad.

[@tonymak9213]

Not possible to disguise or hide the cracks ?

[@Cretosealsealants]

Hi Tony, not really. A clear crack fill wouldn't be quite as noticeable but the concept is to accentuate the imperfections.

[@papasmurf7684]

If he resurfaced and then stained he probably could of.

[@Cretosealsealants]

@@papasmurf7684 There are other crack fills which would match the original concrete better. This client wanted the cracks and a rustic look.

[@justinweaver9897]

Where are you located?

[@Cretosealsealants]

I'm located in the Treasure Valley (Boise area) of Idaho. Give me a call if you need work done.

[@SaabAholic]

That background music made me want to find a bridge to jump off……

[@cindyrios8050]

I don't like the cracks in it. But, otherwise its beautifully designed.

[@weaverlarry6]

Great video,music sux

[@Cretosealsealants]

You can't win them all.

[@EmDeePhotography]

How much would that project cost?

[@Cretosealsealants]

You would have to inquire with contractors in your area. Using a topical sealer like Barrier EXT would greatly reduce the cost of a service like was shown in this video. The "polished" topical sealer I used is super expensive and difficult to apply.

[@porty8304]

I’d be interested in that aswell. Can you name some numbers?

[@BimalKurup-vq3lg]

Any one doing it in Kerala

[@Cretosealsealants]

Your guess is as good as mine. If not, it might be a good business opportunity.

[@twopoolpeople]

Another MUSIC video!

[@TheSouthernSiren]

That's so many fumes. Went isn't his doors and windows open fully

[@Cretosealsealants]

I agree. Respirators should be worn when spraying indoors. It was winter time so the windows were closed to ensure that the stains and sealants cured correctly.

[@carolanne3166]

Nice

[@speedwayman100]

looks horrible to me if you can't hide the cracks

[@CretoSeal20]

Then you install laminate over your floor... problem solved!

[@samj923]

There is no design with a crack which is ugly.. this is what I can see

[@campbelldutch75]

Not impressed with bog cracks on my floor

[@CretoSeal20]

I don't know what a "bog" crack is.

[@watchingthefireburn74]

Huge friggin crack in the entire room still 🤷🏻‍♂️.

[@CretoSeal20]

This was well over $10,000 cheaper compared to demo and replacing. To each his own!

[@reneepowell2519]

This was an existing concrete floor. This is like watching a video on learning to fly an airplane that is about buying a ticket and going to the airport and getting on a plane. See, now you are flying! But what about the airplane part? Oh, sorry. How about actually pouring a concrete floor?

[@CretoSeal20]

Bad analogy! This is "restoration", not "installation". That's why they are two different words describing two different processes. Plenty of vids on YT showing how to pour Renee.

[@alansampson3865]

ghetto

[@joshchapman445]

Do not buy this product. I spent almost 400$ on barrier gloss sealer and followed all the instructions. The sealer turned to dust and the company wouldn’t refund me and took back their offer to send me more product. Bought another sealer from Home Depot and it worked flawlessly.

[@ef143]

Use a quality polyaspartic sealer smells bad for about 6hrs need good ventilation and turn off furnace but damn that stuff is hardcore stuff

[@ksp81]

Why play the terrible music...awful!