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Painting your home’s foundation with a paint for cement and stucco Concrete protection & maintenanceNon-slip paintPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

Painting your home’s foundation with a paint for cement and stucco

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.90 to $1.25Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaMarlayne M (Verified customer) "Very satisfied with the product. The final result on my home’s foundation is perfect. The service at Colobar is a level of professionalism that is rare these days. My next paint purchase will be from Colobar without hesitation"With spring returning and milder temperatures, outdoor projects are slowly starting up again. After a Quebec winter, it is normal for surfaces such as stucco, cement, or concrete to have suffered a bit: cracks, splits, sun-faded colors, and wear… that is part…
Colobar
17 June 2019
Polished concrete or raw concrete? A guide to different concrete effects for a fireplace mantel Concrete EffectSpecialized coatingsUncategorized

Polished concrete or raw concrete? A guide to different concrete effects for a fireplace mantel

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $1.51 to $7.50Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaTony Raymond (Verified customer) Very good product, easy to apply and a beautiful result. Fast delivery! Thank you, Colobar!The fireplace is often where the entire atmosphere of a room comes together. It’s where people gather to relax, talk, or simply enjoy the movement of the flames. And since everyone’s eyes eventually turn to it, you might as well give your fireplace mantel a finish that truly showcases it. Covering your fireplace mantel with a concrete effect can completely transform the space and create…
Frédéric Riopel
3 June 2019
Protect Your Countertop with a Wood Countertop Oil Interior OilKitchen FeatureUncategorizedWood Treatment

Protect Your Countertop with a Wood Countertop Oil

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.37 to $0.87Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaLouis Martin (Client) "Easy application, realistic coverage, no strong odor, no problems encountered during application."Whether for a butcher block or a kitchen countertop, solid wood is a timeless classic. Its warm appearance pairs easily with different materials and instantly brings a touch of authenticity to the room. But how do you protect your wood so it stays beautiful and durable over the years? Natural oils for wood countertops allow you to protect the wood while preserving its natural appearance. It's a simple solution…
Frédéric Riopel
22 February 2019
My epoxy floor is scratched. What should I do? EpoxyGaragesHow-ToUncategorized

My epoxy floor is scratched. What should I do?

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $0.50 to $1Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in Canada (Marco Dumoulin, verified customer) "Excellent product, I applied it with a roller using the cross-rolling method. Excellent results, very good service at Colobar."Has your epoxy floor lost its shine or become covered with scratches over the years? Despite epoxy’s high durability, sand, rocks (or gravel) and heavy objects can leave marks on the surface and affect the finish. Fortunately, there are simple, effective solutions to prevent this damage and restore the coating’s appearance.
Frédéric Bourdon
21 November 2018
16 Tips for Painting a Ceiling Without Roller Marks How-ToPaintResidential paintingUncategorized

16 Tips for Painting a Ceiling Without Roller Marks

Difficulty: EasyCost per sq ft = $0.25 to $0.45Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaMichele Forget (Verified Customer) "Excellent online service, next-day delivery! Unbeatable paint quality. Thank you, Olivier 🥇." Painting a ceiling is certainly not the most enjoyable task in a renovation project. Constantly having your arms in the air, your neck getting tired, and your shoulders aching... You generally want the job to be successful on the first try. Because there's nothing more frustrating than finishing a third coat only to find that the result still doesn't meet your expectations. If you want to avoid…
Frédéric Bourdon
14 June 2018
Stop moisture rising through a damp concrete slab EpoxyGaragesPaintProfessional epoxy applicatorSpecialized coatingsUncategorized

Stop moisture rising through a damp concrete slab

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $0.40 to $2.10Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaDenis Royer (Client) "Excellent service when I called to get information about the products, very easy to place orders, and great delivery service. Truly a great customer experience."A concrete floor can sometimes hold unpleasant surprises, and moisture is often the cause. You want to install an epoxy floor or lay wood over your concrete, but you suspect a moisture problem? Before going any further, you need to fix the issue at the source. The good news is that there are several solutions designed…
Frédéric Riopel
1 April 2018
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Plywood floor: can you apply epoxy? CommercialEpoxyUncategorized

Plywood floor: can you apply epoxy?

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $8 to $10Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaSylvain (Customer) "Excellent product, easy to install Beautiful finish installed over ceramic tiles."Do you have an old floor you want to transform with something tough, attractive, and durable? Epoxy may be exactly what you are looking for! It is one of the most durable floor-finish options on the market, and it also offers a wide range of options: solid-colour epoxy, vinyl flake broadcast, or even a metallic or marbled effect! Application is a bit more complex than standard floor paint, but with a…
Frédéric Riopel
5 March 2018
7 Tips for Applying Exterior Solid Stain Exterior StainHow-ToSolid exterior stainUncategorizedWood PatioWood Treatment

7 Tips for Applying Exterior Solid Stain

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $0.94Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaLouis Martin (Client) "Easy application, realistic coverage, no strong odor, no problems encountered during application."A good quality solid stain is the most durable against wear and tear... when applied correctly! Otherwise, you may have already experienced the frustration of a solid stain that peels: you have to sand everything, and it takes time and effort. That's why it's important not to skip steps and to ensure the conditions are right during application, especially on horizontal surfaces like a patio or balcony, where water and traffic…
Frédéric Bourdon
2 June 2017
Does a solid deck stain that doesn’t peel actually exist? Exterior StainSolid exterior stainUncategorizedWood PatioWood Treatment

Does a solid deck stain that doesn’t peel actually exist?

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq. ft. = between $0.65 and $0.85Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in Canadanabisera (Verified Customer) " I have been using this solid stain for about 10 years for the cedar siding and balconies of my house. It is beautiful, durable, and easy to apply. The recipe is always well-executed by the team. The home delivery service is fantastic. I usually receive my order the next day. Excellent customer service. Well done to the entire team. "Are you discouraged to see in the spring that your deck's solid stain has peeled again? Peeling is a…
Frédéric Bourdon
29 May 2017