I am laying a new walk way. I'd like to color the cement. How do I do this? I have learned how to put stones in, but not the color. I have seen colored cement, is it in the mix or painted on top?
I would be grateful for any advice.
Judith
I would be grateful for any advice.
Judith
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Re: cement
Thu, October 5, 2006 - 3:59 PMhi Judith,
the concrete is colored using an additive in the form of powder, liquid or even granules. I wouldn't advise painting on top of concrete; you can but it won't last as long. -
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Re: cement
Thu, October 5, 2006 - 5:18 PMThanks for the info.
Is this something I can pick up at Home Depot or like places? Would you have a product name for me to ask them for? I've been to True Value to ask about this sort of item, they were clueless, they told me no such thing existed.
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Re: cement
Fri, October 6, 2006 - 2:23 PMunfortunately most stores sales associates aren't builders so they don't really know what's out there!
try this brand: www.daviscolors.com/
punch in your zip code and see what stores come up.
go to a concrete supplier they will definitely have it! or shop were the pros shop, at real building material stores. i rarely go to Home Depot so i don't know what they carry.
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