Which is better: epoxy or concrete stain?

• <div><p>Epoxy coatings for concrete basement or garage floors are popular. These two-part resinous coatings are waterproof and highly durable, making them an ideal choice for high-traffic spaces or areas where spills are likely. However, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/epoxy-flooring-costs-advantages-and-installation.htm">epoxy flooring costs</a> more to apply than concrete stains and doesn't produce a natural-looking finish.</p></div>

What kind of paint works best on concrete?

• <div><p>Epoxy paint is a popular option for concrete due to its durability and stain resistance. You can also use masonry paint, which adheres well to concrete. Acrylic paints are more affordable but not as durable. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/concrete-stain-vs-paint.htm">Concrete stain</a> is another option, which is more durable than paint and won’t peel over time. </p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain concrete floors?

• <div><p>Clean with a damp mop and reseal every few years to protect the surface and enhance appearance.</p></div>

Q: How long do I need to stay off of concrete after sealing?

• <div><p>As a general rule of thumb, allow 24 hours for penetrating sealers to cure and at least 48 hours of drying time for most topical sealers. Always check the instructions for the sealing product you&rsquo;re using to determine the drying time.</p></div>

Q: Will concrete stain peel off?

• <div><p>Unlike paint, concrete stain won&rsquo;t peel off. Instead, the color absorbs into the surface of this porous building material. While it doesn&rsquo;t peel, the stain only penetrates the top layer of concrete, and as the top of the concrete eventually wears away, so will the stain. However, this process is much slower than paint peeling, especially on low-traffic surfaces.</p></div>

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Last update on October 16, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
Super friendly and efficient. Had big pieces including a treadmill and a sofa. They showed up on time and quickly finished the project at a great price! I will use them again if needed!
Life Cycle Cleaning
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Reviewed in August 2024
Joe was wonderful! He came the next day to assess the problem. He ordered the parts needed and updated us once they arrived. The job was finished before the 1st company was even going showing up.
AAA Appliance Service Center
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Reviewed in March 2024
We hired Michael and his team to paint our interior and they were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They kept our home clean, Michael the owner had great communication, & we had no complaints. We are definitely going to be hiring them again in the future. We would recommend them to...
Koss Remodeling
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Reviewed in October 2023
Great local concrete company! They tore out the existing driveway and concrete step and installed a new concrete driveway and step. The work was completed very timely. The company responds very quickly and kept me updated on the project. The driveway turned out great! I would recommend this...
Pristine Concrete Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2016
Project overall went very well. They had to get re-registered with my village for permit reasons, this took them virtually no time at all to complete with the village. Cost of the project was within my budget where as others were out of my budget. The quality of work and how the shed pad came...
LANDSCRETE INC
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Reviewed in May 2016
We hired Varela's to remove existing sealer and reseal stamped concrete patio. They charged us $300 and instead of removing existing sealer they just put new sealer on the top of the old one . Now the pation look worst than it did before their service( white spots of tick sealer all over the...
Varela's Concrete
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Reviewed in January 2016
The first winter the concrete from Anderson Concrete fell apart. Thanks to Muffler Concrete, they sealed it after they finished it and it looks great.
Muffler Concrete
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Reviewed in February 2015
November 8, 2013, I signed a contract with Red?s Concrete. At that time I gave Mr. Johnson a deposit of $6,000.00. Work was to commence on November 11, 2013, time was of the essence in this contract. The possibility of inclement weather delays was discussed and it was agreed that under no ...
Reds Concrete
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Reviewed in July 2012
Mr. Fischer was outstanding from start to finish. My father was a contractor and the best compliment I can pay Mr. Fischer is that my father would have like his work and him. He does what he says he will do, when he says he will do it. No surprises.
FISCHER BUILDING & REMODELING
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Reviewed in March 2012
He was prompt, he does different finishes and it is excellent work. He does residential, business and churches.
Mueller Painting & Decorating
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U.S. Waterproofing

U.S. Waterproofing

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68 years of experience

Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family owned since 1957 with over 300,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.

"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023

Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family owned since 1957 with over 300,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.

"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023

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