Chris Sullivan Concrete Decor

Author: Chris Sullivan

Should You Reseal Exterior Decorative Concrete?

Concrete Coatings Concrete Sealers Vol. 16 No. 1 - January 2016 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

Resealing exterior stamped concrete, stained concrete or decorative concrete is probably the most misunderstood and least-studied process in our industry. It has the potential to be a repeat revenue stream or a headache that never really goes away.

Cause and Effect of Curing Differential on Colored Concrete

Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 15 No. 8 - November/December 2015 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

In a recent conversation with Todd Scharich, decorative concrete technical specialist with the American Society of Concrete Contractors, this question came up: What happens when plastic, lumber or construction debris is left on colored concrete during initial curing?

Using Concrete Antiquing Systems with Multiple Color Options

Concrete Sealers Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 15 No. 7 - October 2015 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

Welcome to the new age of antiquing stamped concrete. When it comes to antiquing and/or providing accent colors on stamped concrete, installers today have more options than ever.

How Do You Combat Efflorescence on a Stained, Sealed Concrete Floor?

Concrete Coatings Concrete Sealers Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 15 No. 6 - August/September 2015 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

In our home in Houston, we have a stained concrete slab-on-grade floor covered with white powder. We had the floor tested and the white powder was identified as salts escaping and clouding the floor.

When Acid Staining Concrete, Tread Lightly Every Step of the Way

Concrete Repair & Restoration Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 15 No. 5 - July 2015 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

Question: The last two times I have acid stained existing, untreated, basement concrete floors, I’ve unintentionally created footprints in the acid stain finish. I didn’t create them by walking across the wet stain, as I always use spiked sandals when I apply stain.

The Difference Between Drying Sealers and Curing Sealers for Concrete

Tips & How-Tos Concrete Sealers Vol. 15 No. 3 - April 2015 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

Sealers and coatings, for the most part, go through the same phases as they dry and/or cure. Before explaining these phases, it is important to know that while all sealers and coatings dry, some also cure as they dry.

Debunking Common Decorative Concrete Myths

Concrete Coatings Concrete Repair & Restoration Tips & How-Tos Vol. 15 No. 2 - February/March 2015 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

“Just apply a decorative overlay and it will hide everything.” Or, “Use acid to strip that sealer.” These are just a couple of the myths or just plain wrong recommendations concrete contractors may have come across recently.

Short Answers to Quick Questions about Working with Concrete

Concrete Overlays & Toppings Vol. 15 No. 1 - January 2015 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

Chris Sullivan offers quick and informative answers to your ‘not-so-technical’ concrete questions.

Spraying Stains and Sealers Can Create Issues

Concrete Sealers Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 14 No. 8 - November/December 2014 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

Columnist, Chris Sullivan answers a question about sealers that initially had him stumped. This article works through some answers if this problem ever arrives on your doorstep.

How to Correct Acid Stain Colors on Concrete

Tips & How-Tos Staining & Coloring Concrete Vol. 14 No. 7 - October 2014 by Chris Sullivan Comments are Disabled

Stain remains a popular finish, and while the number of problems or complaints has decreased over the last few decades, the problems remain the same, and they don’t discriminate between professionals and DIY homeowners.