ltdiver 3 #26 February 24, 2009 Quote >>Don't paint it! Put down Saltillo tile Nice, I vote that too, or some other ceramic that will resist weather, get adhesive info from your local tile place for your climate. I am partial....I just set a Marble floor last week in my new addy.hehehe Wow, that's beautiful! Looks a bit slippery, though. ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #27 February 24, 2009 QuoteGrey house, blue trim, brown tile table....Hmmmmm Save the $$$$ and get a table that matches the house. Paint the porche to compliment the house trim....say a light blue/gray. (play on words intended) Understand what you're saying, yet I want to accent the porch, not necessarily blend it with the house. What colors accent this pallet? Any artists or decorators out there? ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heatmiser 0 #28 February 24, 2009 Always acid etch your concrete. If it is older, degrease it first with a citrus solutiion. Acid stain is great, with a clear sealer on top. Do a search in your area for a "concrete stamp" store, they will have the professional products you need. I have been a painter, (including staining and painting concrete" for 13 years. The etching will open your concrete to accept stain, the degreasing will ensure bonding of the topcoats. If you want to solid paint instead of stain you can forgoe the etch, but you still want to degrease. I agree that staining will give you the most character, although you will be recoating at least the clear coat within 5 years. Terra Cotta tiles are great too. What you say is reflective of your knowledge...HOW ya say it is reflective of your experience. Airtwardo Someone's going to be spanked! Hopefully, it will be me. Skymama Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heatmiser 0 #29 February 24, 2009 Warm earth tones to compliment the cool blue and grey. Sherwin Williams Thatch Brown, or Brick Dust if you like the Reds.What you say is reflective of your knowledge...HOW ya say it is reflective of your experience. Airtwardo Someone's going to be spanked! Hopefully, it will be me. Skymama Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Misternatural 0 #30 February 24, 2009 >Wow, that's beautiful! Looks a bit slippery, though. Yeah, It's too late for me to think about that now but anyway you could get something with some texture. only get one chance with new concrete- go for the good stuff, you'll be looking at it a long timeThat marble was only 47 cents a foot at Home Depot. Tricky to set and for indoor only but I like it. Beware of the collateralizing and monetization of your desires. D S #3.1415 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #31 February 24, 2009 Quote Warm earth tones to compliment the cool blue and grey. Sherwin Williams Thatch Brown, or Brick Dust if you like the Reds. Ah....You understand! Now that's what I call 'accent'. Just browsed through the Sherwin William's web site and looked up the colors you suggested. They don't have "Brick Dust" listed, but they do have "Fired Brick" (and 2 other "Brick" colors). Their interactive site is incredible! This is going to be fun! Thank you so much, and any other decorating ideas please send my way! ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
