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Beautiful, long-lasting stained concrete for homes and businesses throughout Lancaster County.

Concrete Staining

Concrete staining is one of the most affordable ways to transform a plain, gray slab into a rich, professional-looking surface — without the cost of new flooring. At C.L. Balmer Altered Surfaces, we’ve stained concrete floors, patios, and commercial spaces throughout Ephrata and the greater Lancaster County area, helping homeowners and business owners alike turn ordinary concrete into a standout feature. Whether you’re refreshing a faded patio or giving a commercial space a polished, branded look, staining is a simple upgrade with a big visual payoff.

Rich, Custom Color

Stains and dyes penetrate the concrete itself, creating deep, varied tones you can't get from paint or surface coatings.

Built to Last

Properly applied and sealed, stained concrete holds its color and finish for years, even in high-traffic areas.

Affordable Transformation

Staining delivers a dramatic visual upgrade at a fraction of the cost of replacing or covering your concrete.

Indoor or Outdoor

From patios and walkways to showroom and warehouse floors, staining works on nearly any concrete surface.

Locally Owned & Operated

Based in Ephrata, with hands-on experience staining concrete across Lancaster County homes and businesses.

Free Estimates

We'll look at your space and recommend the stain, dye, or finish that fits your goals — at no cost to you.

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Stains & Dyes

Stains and dyes work differently than paint — instead of sitting on top of the concrete, they penetrate into the surface, reacting with the material to create rich, variegated color that won't peel or flake over time. We offer both acid-based stains, known for their natural, marbled look, and water-based or dye options for a broader, more consistent color palette. The result is a deeper, richer finish than you'd get from a surface coating alone, and one that highlights the natural texture and character of the concrete underneath. Whether you're after an earthy, stone-like look for a patio or a bold, branded color for a commercial space, we'll help you find the right stain and application method for what you have in mind.

Professional Look

A stained concrete floor does more than look good — it sets the tone for the entire space. For commercial and retail businesses throughout Lancaster County, a custom-colored or branded floor creates a polished, professional first impression the moment customers walk in. It's a subtle but effective way to reinforce your brand, literally putting your colors underfoot in showrooms, lobbies, and storefronts. For homeowners, staining offers the same upgrade on a residential scale — turning a plain garage, basement, or patio into a space that feels finished and intentional rather than purely functional.

Durability

Stained concrete isn't just a cosmetic upgrade — it's a durable, long-term flooring solution when it's installed and sealed correctly. Our techniques and products are designed to help the stain resist fading, scuffing, and wear, so your floor holds its color and finish for years rather than months. To protect that investment, we also offer a range of coatings and sealants depending on how the space is used — a patio that sees weather and foot traffic needs a different sealing approach than an indoor showroom floor. We'll walk you through the coating and sealing options that make the most sense for your specific space, so the finished result lasts.