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concrete - stain or dye?

22 years ago

I'm getting ready to do a concrete walkway and I'm unsure whether to mix in dye as I go or stain it all afterwards. Has anyone successfully stained new concrete without etching with muriatic acid? Any thoughts on comparing the two methods of coloring concrete & price differences?

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