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Concrete stenciling over existing concrete.
Jul 22 2020 stenciling concrete is an affordable way to add style to a plain utilitarian floor.
How to stencil an existing concrete patio.
Stencil patterns colours and designs can be applied to new and existing concrete to enhance or rejuvenate any concrete surface.
A stencil is placed over existing concrete often over a base coat and then a topping in a different color is sprayed or troweled over the stencil and finished.
Stencils for concrete come in a variety of popular patterns ranging from running bond brick to stone slate and tile see diagram.
I used the jet setting on my garden hose but you can use a power washer.
Use a bull float to float the color to the edges of the form.
With etching you brush apply a gelled acid over the exposed areas not covered by the stencil using a product that s thick enough so it won t bleed underneath such as tek gel from surface geltek.
Use a trowel to close the surface or apply a decorative finish using a roller wood sponge or cork.
If you re new to stenciling or need a reminder royal design studio stencils has a wide range of tutorials and videos dedicated to stenciling and various applications.
Painted concrete designs will create a faux rug or diy carpet look that s easy to clean.
Tint the exposed concrete with a color hardener.
Stencil concrete can mimic stones marble tiles.
While the concrete is still wet apply the concrete cleaner with a watering can then swish it around with a stiff broom.
A stenciled concrete floor can also help you hide imperfections create a lovely focal point in your home or just add a dose of beauty to your flooring for very little cost.
They come in rolls like wrapping paper with each roll measuring about 3 feet wide and 335 feet long or roughly 1 000 square feet.
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Concrete can be decorated with different styles and themes using stencil patterns and colours.
In the case of sandblasting you adhere the stencil to the concrete then go over the area with a sandblaster keeping the nozzle at least 12 inches above the surface.
Sprinkle a color hardener over the exposed areas.
Clean off your concrete.
The stencil is made of thick tear resistant paper covered with a water.
You can design a stencilled driveway or patio coordinated with the overall look of your garden.
It can be used on driveways pathways patios pool areas bbq areas gardens etc.
There are a couple ways to do this.