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Prosoco Consolideck GemTone Stain
Penetrating translucent color dye for interior concrete floors
GemTone Stain is a penetrating translucent color dye for interior concrete floors. It transforms dull grey concrete into decorative, low-maintenance finished concrete flooring and penetrates deeper than acid stains or conventional color pigments. GemTone Stain colors will not peel or flake, and are safe to use in occupied spaces.
Overview
Consolideck® GemTone Stain transforms dull gray concrete into decorative, low-maintenance finished concrete flooring. This non-flammable, water-reducible formulation penetrates and colors cementitious surfaces without risk of etching the surface or corroding nearby architectural metals. Use GemTone Stain alone or in layers over gray, integrally colored, acid-stained or colorhardened concrete for an unlimited range of colors.
Apply penetrating GemTone Stains to concrete before hardening/densifying with Consolideck® LS®, then apply the appropriate Consolideck® protective treatment to seal and enhance the color with a highgloss protective finish. Concentrated GemTone Stain minimizes freight, handling, storage and container disposal costs
Advantages
- Adds color & depth to diamond-polished concrete.
- Enhances integrally colored, acid stained, color hardened or concrete colored with solventbased dyes.
- Ideal for use under Consolideck® lithium-silicate hardeners/densifiers
- VOC Compliant. Non-flammable. Non-toxic. Non-corrosive. Low odor. Suitable for use in occupied spaces
- Contains no harmful acids. Will not etch polished concrete surfaces or corrode surrounding metals. No need to neutralize.
- Easy application and fast drying lets color be added and blended.
- Produces consistent gem-like color on any age concrete floor
- Penetrates deeper than acid stains or conventional color pigments. Will not peel or flake.
- Standard colors may be intermixed to create an unlimited number of color variations.
- Additional coats may be applied to improve color depth, uniformity and intensity.
Limitations
- GemTone Stain is translucent. Variations in the concrete before staining will still be noticeable after staining.
- Not intended for exterior applications or surfaces exposed to intense ultraviolet light.
- Not for use on surfaces exposed to standing water
Application
ALWAYS TEST each surface for suitability and desired results before overall application. Use the following application instructions. Let surface dry thoroughly before inspection and approval. Include representative imperfections in the test area. Floor composition and surface finish affect final color. GemTone Stains are translucent and will not mask or hide imperfections in treated surfaces.
Dilution and Mixing
GemTone Stain is designed for dilution with fresh water. Apply product within 24 hours of dilution
- Pour one 12-oz package into empty container. Add 1-gallon fresh water to make ready-to-use GemTone Stain
- Pour one 54-oz package into empty container. Add enough fresh water to make 5-gallons ready-touse GemTone Stain
To reduce color intensity, dilute prepared GemTone Stain with up to 2 parts fresh water. When desirable, GemTone Stain may be diluted with acetone to produce a ready-to-use stain. Use appropriate ventilation, safety equipment and job site controls when diluting with acetone. Blend GemTone Stains for an unlimited range of colors.
Typical Coverage Rates
Coverage rate varies with concrete quality and porosity.
First Application:
- 400–800 sq.ft. (37–74 sq.m.) per US gallon
- 12–24 square meters per liter
Application Instructions: Color
- Diamond grind and polish the surface to the equivalent of #200 grit resin diamonds.
- Clean the floor with a floor-scrubbing machine and fresh water. Let the floor dry
- Lightly wet a clean microfiber pad with prepared GemTone Stain
- Apply prepared GemTone Stain to the clean, dry concrete floor using a low-pressure sprayer with a conical spray pattern. Wet the surface without producing puddles. Do not over apply. Use a small bucket or rag to collect drips when not spraying.
- Using the wet microfiber pad, immediately spread the spray-applied GemTone Stain to ensure uniform wetting and color distribution. Continue spray-applying. Maintain a wet edge. Work the color into the surface to minimize streaks and patterns. Two people – one spraying and one spreading – get best results
- Do not walk on the freshly stained surface. Let the floor dry thoroughly, 60 minutes minimum.
If you’re NOT polishing further, begin Option 1.
If you ARE polishing further, start Option 2
Option 1: NO More Polishing
- Use a floor scrubbing machine and fresh water to remove excess stain residue. Let the wet floor dry
- For more color or color variations, apply a second coat of GemTone Stain as described in steps 1–6. Up to three thin coats produce better results than one heavy coat. Each coat must dry for one hour minimum prior to auto-scrubbing.
- Use a floor-scrubbing machine and fresh water to remove excess stain residue. Let the wet floor dry.
- Apply a single coat of Consolideck® LS® using a low-pressure sprayer. Apply sufficient material to wet the surface without producing puddles. Use a clean, soft-bristle push broom or microfiber pad to spread product evenly and ensure uniform wetting. Avoid spreading once drying begins. Scrubbing is not necessary.
NOTE: Allowing excess LS® to puddle on the floor will extend dry times and create white residues which must be removed immediately. - Let the treated floor dry. Start Application Instructions for Sealing.
Option 2: MORE Polishing
- Remove excess stain residue with a floor scrubbing machine and fresh water. Let the wet floor dry.
- Dry-polish to the equivalent of #400 resin diamonds. Polish until all scratch patterns are gone
- Clean the floor with a floor-scrubbing machine and fresh water. Let the wet floor dry
- For more color or color variations, apply a second coat of GemTone Stain as described in steps 1–6. Up to three thin coats produce better results than one heavy coat. Each coat must dry for one hour minimum prior to auto-scrubbing.
- Use a floor-scrubbing machine and fresh water to remove excess stain residue. Let wet floor dry
- Apply a single coat of Consolideck® LS® using a low-pressure sprayer. Apply sufficient material to wet the surface without producing puddles. Use a clean, soft-bristle push broom or microfiber pad to spread product evenly and ensure uniform wetting. Avoid spreading once drying begins. Scrubbing is not necessary. Allow treated surfaces to dry.
NOTE: Allowing excess LS® to puddle on the floor will extend dry times and create white residues which must be removed immediately. - Dry polish to your desired finish and exposure. Start Application Instructions for Sealing.
Application Instructions: Sealing
Surfaces colored with GemTone Stain and hardened with Consolideck® LS® must be sealed within 8-hoursAfter final dry polishing and thorough cleaning, allow treated surfaces to dry. Apply one of the following Consolideck® protective treatments according to the application instructions published on the most current Product Data Sheet.
- Consolideck® LSGuard®
- Consolideck® PolishGuard
- PROSOCO DuraSheen
Final Results
The floor is ready to use when dry. Protect freshly stained, hardened and sealed surfaces from contact with water or other liquids for 72 hours. Smooth, hardened concrete surfaces should show reduced water absorption and the desired sheen when dry. Maximum water resistance develops over 7 days.
Best Practices
Before applying color, use a light water spray to confirm surfaces wet uniformly. If surface does not wet uniformly, additional surface preparation may be needed.
Harden unpolished/polished concrete with Consolideck® LS® after staining. After staining and hardening/densifying, polished concrete must be sealed with an appropriate Consolideck protective treatment.
Wet or dry grind before applying GemTone Stain. Dry grind or dry polish only after applying GemTone Stain.
Thoroughly neutralize and rinse acid-stained concrete before applying GemTone Stain.
Mask neighboring surfaces as needed to control color bleeding. For best results, spread evenly using a microfiber pad.
When desirable, GemTone Stain may be diluted with acetone to produce a ready-to-use stain. Use appropriate ventilation, safety equipment and job-site controls when diluting with acetone.
When spraying, maintain consistent flow rate and spray pattern. When triggering or releasing sprayer, direct spray tip into a container to minimize dripping.
Two thin applications of GemTone Stain achieve better color intensity than one heavy coat. When diamond polishing, apply second coat of stain immediately before final dry polishing step.
Thoroughly rinse application equipment with fresh water between colors and after final application.
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