Concrete Etching

Lined Circle Concrete Etching

Concrete etching is the process of applying an acid and water solution to a concrete floor in order to roughen the surface of the concrete.

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How to do concrete etching with muriatic acid

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Gather all the supplies and protective equipment required to do this safely. Refer to our article for a full list of these items.

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Sweep the floor and then use an industrial degreaser to remove any grime, dirt, or oil from the surface

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It is very important to add the acid to the water and not the other way around. Use rubber gloves, boots, goggles, and a respirator.

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Spread the solution around evenly. Use the broom to scrub the concrete. Do not allow the concrete to dry.

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Use the watering can to evenly distribute the solution onto the concrete floor and neutralize the acid.

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Rinse the floor with a hose while scrubbing and sweeping away the water. The rinsing of the concrete is very important.

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Choosing to work with the chemicals mentioned in this story is done so at the risk of the reader. Always follow the manufacturers instructions.

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