BEHR PREMIUM® Solid Color Concrete Stain

Spread Rate:
Rough
400-500 Sq. Ft.
Smooth
500-600 Sq. Ft.

Dry Time:
2 hours
Dry to touch
2-4 hours
Recoat

Clean-Up soap & water

Protect from freezing

Properly prepared Interior or Exterior surfaces such as: Concrete, Masonry Walls, Basements, Patios, Sidewalks, Driveways*, Garage Floors*, Cement Blocks, Pillars and Brick. Not for use on surfaces subject to hydrostatic pressure.

• * Driveways and Garage Floors - Lack of proper surface preparation and/ or over-application can lead to automobile tires lifting the product from the surface.
• CAUTION: Stained surfaces may become slippery when wet. Use caution when walking on surface when moisture is present. Adding a product such as BEHR PREMIUM® No. 970 Anti-Slip Floor Finish Additive may help prevent slipping.

Preparation

New and Uncoated Concrete or Masonry Surfaces:

• New concrete must cure for a minimum of 30 days.
• For proper penetration and adhesion of topcoat, use a concrete & masonry cleaner and etcher to clean and etch the surface. Remove mildew stains with a mildew stain removing product. Follow all label instructions.
• Apply a product such as BEHR PREMIUM Concrete & Masonry Bonding Primer No. 880 to increase adhesion of topcoat to the surface. Follow all label instructions.

Painted, Stained or Sealed Concrete:

• Option 1- To completely strip the entire surface, use a concrete & masonry paint stripper product.
• Option 2- To recoat over an existing coating, remove any loose or peeling paint and scuff sand the surface.
• Clean previously coated surfaces in sound condition.
• Clean and etch any bare concrete surface.
• Spot prime all uncoated areas with a product such as BEHR PREMIUM Concrete & Masonry Bonding Primer No. 880 to increase adhesion of topcoat to the surface. Follow all label instructions.

Application

• DO NOT THIN. Intermix all cans of same product to ensure color uniformity. Stir stain before and occasionally during application.
• Use product when air and surface temperatures are between 50-90°F (10-32°C).
• Apply a thin, even coat using a 1/4"-3/8" nap roller cover, pad applicator or a nylon/polyester brush at a spread rate of 400-600 sq. ft. (37-56 m2) per gallon. Use long, even strokes in one direction to avoid lap lines.
• Since concrete varies in texture/porosity, two coats may be required for uniform color appearance. Apply a second coat (in a crisis-cross direction) if uniformity is needed. Recoat after 2-4 hours. Periodic touch-ups may be necessary.

Dry Time

• Longer dry time required in cooler temperatures and in higher humidity.
• Allow 24 hours for light foot traffic.
• Allow 72 hours before subjecting surface to automotive tires, repositioning planters or furniture.
• Park tires on corrugated cardboard for 14 days after applying stain.
• Wait at least 30 days before rinsing or cleaning with a mild, non-abrasive liquid detergent.

Disposal

• To recycle or properly dispose of product in your community, contact your household refuse collection service.

LIMITED WARRANTY: For one year from the date of purchase, Behr Paint Company warrants to the original consumer purchaser, (1) that the product meets Behr Paint Company manufacturing specifications, and (2) the performance of this product when applied according to the label instructions and specifications. If this product is found not to perform as specified on the label within one year from the date of purchase, Behr Paint Company will, at its option and upon presentation of proof-of-purchase (the original receipt), either furnish an equivalent amount of new product or refund the original purchase price of this product to you. This warranty excludes (1) labor and costs of labor for the application or removal of any product, and (2) any incidental or consequential damages, whether based on breach of express or implied warranty, negligence, strict liability or any other legal theory. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. To the extent permitted by applicable law, any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this express warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. To obtain warranty service, call 1-800-854-0133. Behr Paint Company reserves the right to inspect any and all application of the product prior to processing your claim made under this warranty.