Smiths Paint Concrete Color Stains 4 Gallon Contractor Size

Smiths Paint Concrete Color Stains 4 Gallon

Optional Base Boost Additive

For base or primary color applications, Smiths Paint Base Boost can be mixed with Smiths Paint Concrete Color Stains to promote stronger substrate adhesion and improve the long-term durability of the decorative finish. Base Boost is recommended for primary color coats on properly prepared concrete surfaces and helps create a stronger bond while maintaining the stain's natural translucent appearance.

Smiths Color Floor stains provide a safer and easier alternative to traditional acid-based concrete stains while producing beautiful translucent color effects with excellent adhesion, UV resistance, and long-lasting durability. Formulated with advanced acrylic polymer technology and premium pigments, they are trusted by decorative concrete contractors, flooring professionals, and homeowners seeking professional-quality decorative finishes.

Whether you're staining a garage floor, basement, patio, pool deck, warehouse, retail space, restaurant, walkway, driveway, or interior concrete floor, simply choose the size that best fits your project. Smaller sizes are perfect for samples, repairs, and decorative accents, while larger containers are ideal for complete residential and commercial concrete staining projects.

Available Color Series

Smiths Paint Concrete Color Stains are available in three unique color series designed to create a wide range of decorative concrete finishes.

• Classic Series for semi-transparent and variegated decorative finishes.
• Old World Series for transparent acid stain-style appearances.
• Bright Light Series for vibrant high-chroma accent colors and artistic applications.

Key Features

• Professional-grade water-based decorative concrete stain.
• Low odor and low VOC formula.
• Suitable for interior and exterior applications.
• UV resistant and weather resistant.
• Produces natural translucent color variation.
• Compatible with many concrete sealers.
• Can be applied over previously sealed surfaces.
• Compatible with decorative concrete overlays and integral color systems.
• Fast air-dry formula.
• Water submersible and alkali resistant.
• Ships without Red Label hazardous material restrictions.

Recommended Applications

• Commercial concrete flooring.
• Warehouse floors.
• Garage floors.
• Patios and walkways.
• Pool decks.
• Retail stores and showroom floors.
• Basement concrete floors.
• Interior concrete walls.
• Brick and plaster surfaces.
• Decorative concrete overlays.

Application Information

Smiths Color Floor can be applied using airbrush systems, HVLP sprayers, production spray guns, pump sprayers, sea sponges, or traditional bristle brushes. For the most natural decorative appearance, apply a light mist coat to create movement and color variation across the surface.

Roller application may force excess stain into the concrete and can leave visible roller marks. Actual coverage and finished appearance will vary depending on concrete porosity, surface texture, dilution ratio, and application method.

Product Specifications

• Generic Type: Waterborne Acrylic.
• Coverage Per Diluted Gallon: Approximately 250-400 square feet.
• Total coverage varies depending on the selected container size and dilution ratio.
• Available Sizes: 4 oz, Quart, Gallon, 4 Gallon, and 5 Gallon.

Recommended Dilution

Mix one part concentrate with four parts distilled, reverse osmosis, or deionized water.

Optional Base Boost Additive

For base or primary color applications, Smith's Paint Base Boost can be added to Smiths Paint Concrete Color Stains to promote stronger substrate adhesion and improve the long-term durability of the finish. Base Boost reacts with the concrete surface to create an additional bond while maintaining the stain's decorative appearance.

Base Boost is recommended for primary or base color installations on properly prepared concrete. It is not recommended for highlight colors, decorative overlays, or previously coated surfaces.

Compatibility

Smiths Color Floor stains are compatible with many solvent-based and water-based clear sealers, including urethanes, acrylics, epoxies, and neutralized acid-based stains.

Not compatible with methyl methacrylate sealers or penetrating sodium silicate sealers.

LEED Contribution Potential

• EQ Credit 4.2 - Low-Emitting Materials: Paints and Coatings.
• MR Credit 5.1 - Regional Materials: 10% Regionally Manufactured.
• MR Credit 5.2 - Regional Materials: 20% Regionally Manufactured.

Helpful Resources

• Concrete Stain Application Instructions
• Smith Color Stain Product Description PDF
• Smith Color Stain MSDS

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