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How to restore and paint wrought iron PaintResidential paintingUncategorized

How to restore and paint wrought iron

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq ft = $1.27 to $1.37Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaFrançois Gauthier (Customer) "Very good product, fast 📦 delivery and impeccable customer service."Has the wrought iron on your fence or your wall ornaments rusted? Are you wondering how to restore it and slow down the return of rust? Unlike galvanized metal, wrought iron is more prone to rust and can deteriorate quickly if it is not well protected. If you want to extend the life of your wrought iron, it is important to do proper prep work and coat it with a good…
Frédéric Riopel
12 June 2020
Cedar deck: how long to wait before treating new wood Exterior StainUncategorizedWood Patio

Cedar deck: how long to wait before treating new wood

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq. ft. = $0.65 to $1.31Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaOlivier (Verified Customer) "Very good product. Very fast delivery." Have you just finished building a cedar deck? You probably know that, if you want to prevent your wood from graying and becoming damaged, you must protect your boards with an oil or a stain. Now, what you might not know is that you have to wait before staining or oiling your cedar deck. Otherwise, the boards may not let the finish penetrate properly. We explain the best time to stain your deck and…
Frédéric Riopel
23 April 2020
When and Why to Use a Primer (or Undercoat) in Painting? PaintResidential paintingUncategorized

When and Why to Use a Primer (or Undercoat) in Painting?

Difficulty: MediumCost per sq. ft. = $0.10 to $0.33Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in CanadaLemieux M. (Customer) "Excellent product, easy to apply and good coverage. Thanks to the Colorbar team for recommending this product." Working as a paint advisor, I'm often asked: is it really necessary to apply a primer? Before you get an answer, you first need to understand its role. The primer, also called a "primer," allows the finish coats to adhere properly to the surface. It allows you to cover in fewer coats (and therefore save money!), avoid problems caused by contaminants, and prevent…
Colobar
3 February 2020
How to Repair a Concrete Floor Concrete protection & maintenanceEpoxyGaragesResidential EpoxyUncategorized

How to Repair a Concrete Floor

Difficulty: MediumCost per linear foot = $0.62Products: In stock Delivery: Ready to ship anywhere in Canada (Maurice Thorel Verified Customer) "Very good product—the 425 ml container allowed me to fill a 1/4" × 3/8" crack over a length of 30 feet. It's easy to apply and becomes very hard once dry; however, the color is white, which stands out a bit on gray concrete."Want to repair a concrete floor and not sure where to start? Whether it's your garage floor, basement, or concrete patio, you'll need to start by repairing cracks, holes, and eliminating crumbling before you can apply a…
Frédéric Riopel
19 August 2019
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