Gallon container of EZ Stain pigment-based base coat on a light gray background

EZ Stain Base Coat

1 Gallon Bottle
$70.00
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Gallon container of EZ Stain pigment-based base coat on a light gray background

EZ Stain Base Coat

EZ Stain Base Coat is simply the EASIEST way to prime & prep concrete before applying stain. Highly opaque and slightly off-white, it will conceal, cover up and blend imperfections and repairs that don't match creating a uniform surface. Our UV-stable formula uses rich pigments and nano-bonding technology for unmatched bonding that won't peel or flake.

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Pigment-Based Base Coat

EZ Stain Base Coat is a zero VOC, pigment-based primer designed to prep concrete before applying stain. Its highly opaque, slightly off-white formula helps conceal repairs, rust staining, uneven color, and surface imperfections to create a more uniform base before finishing with Glaze 'N Seal EZ Stain colors.

Highly pigmented
Zero VOC
Hides repairs
Indoor / outdoor
Best Uses
  • Priming concrete before applying EZ Stain colors.
  • Covering and blending concrete repairs that do not match.
  • Concealing rust bleed from structural steel and rebar.
  • Concrete patios, driveways, walkways, walls, and overlays.
  • Artificial rocks, water features, pool rocks, slides, and concrete structures.
  • Horizontal and vertical concrete surfaces.
  • CMU block, pavers, cementitious micro toppings, and overlays.
Surface Prep

Clean the surface completely before application. Remove oil, grease, gum, wax, dust, dirt, and any other foreign material.

Glaze 'N Seal Heavy Duty Cleaner is recommended for general prep. For heavier stains like motor oil, use a heavy-duty degreaser. Efflorescence and mineral deposits can be removed with Glaze 'N Seal Efflorescence Remover.

New concrete should be at least 28 days old before application. Concrete repairs should be given 36 hours of cure time before applying Base Coat.

If the surface is not structurally solid, it must be repaired or replaced before applying Base Coat.
Application
  • EZ Stain Base Coat is ready-to-use.
  • Shake well before use and frequently during application.
  • Always test first in an inconspicuous area to confirm appearance.
  • Apply in coats to achieve higher opacity.
  • A pump sprayer is the most common application method.
  • Cone tips sprayed in a circular motion work better than fan tips.
  • Pour through a paint filter to help avoid sprayer clogs.
  • Airless sprayers or HVLP guns may also be used.
  • Agitate frequently during application.
  • Surface temperature should be between 50-100°F during application.
  • When hot, apply early in the day and mist the surface slightly with water to cool it.
  • Do not apply if rain is expected within 24 hours.
Tinting & Blending

EZ Stain Base Coat can be tinted with any Glaze 'N Seal EZ Stain color to help match the existing concrete color.

Dilute with water when feathering or blending repairs. Use full strength when more opacity is needed.

Only tint with Glaze 'N Seal EZ Stain colors.
Coverage

One gallon covers approximately 200-400 sq. ft., depending on the condition and porosity of the concrete.

When diluted to create light color washes, coverage may increase up to approximately 600-700 sq. ft.

Dry Time

When Base Coat looks flat, it has dried. Additional coats of Base Coat can be applied if needed, or you may begin coloring with a Glaze 'N Seal EZ Stain color.

Clean Up

Wash tools and equipment with soap and water.

Safety
  • For professional use only.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Always wear eye protection and gloves.
  • Use an OSHA/NIOSH approved respirator when spraying indoors.
  • Liquid contact with eyes and skin may cause irritation.
  • Do not ingest. Wash hands thoroughly after use.
  • Refer to the SDS tab for full handling instructions.
SDS

View or download the Safety Data Sheet for EZ Stain Base Coat and pigment-based concrete stain colors.

Open SDS PDF EZ Stain Various Colors - GHS SDS
Warranty

Glaze 'N Seal product liability, either expressed or implied, is limited solely to replacement of product proven defective and does not include labor costs or consequential damages. It is the user's responsibility to determine product safety, toxicity, and suitability for their project.

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April Hall
Helped with patchy concrete

We chose Base Coat for the shop floor edge because the surface was not one even shade. Once the concrete was clean, it made the concrete look more uniform before color. The stain step on the shop floor edge felt easier after this dried.

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Peter Bennett
Easy first step for the driveway apron

This helped prep the tired driveway apron, which had been ignored for a while. We pressure washed the slab the day before, then it rolled across the open area cleanly. It helped the whole driveway apron look more consistent. The final result looked cleaner than expected.

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Peter Bennett
Exactly what I needed

I used this on a garage floor before stain and sealer. It gave the floor a cleaner base and the stain bonded well.

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Ethan Cook
Great first layer for concrete stain

I used the Base Coat because our garage entry had a mix of old and newer concrete. With the surface ready, the coverage was steady across the older concrete. It helped the whole garage entry look more consistent.

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Isabel Kennedy
Nice base layer on the walkway

This helped prep the sunny walkway, which had been ignored for a while. Keeping the first layer even helped because it was easy to brush the edges. The base helped tie together the different tones on the walkway.

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Leslie Russell
Prepared the porch perfectly

The porch had a few different tones, so Base Coat made sense before staining. After we pressure washed the slab the day before, it was easy to brush the edges. It made the stain coat feel less risky on the porch.

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Leslie Russell
Perfect prep coat for Base Coat

We used it on concrete that had some repairs and discoloration. The base coat helped level out the look before the final color went down.

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Olivia Diaz
Worth using before staining the front steps

We added Base Coat first because the front steps had some worn and faded areas. Keeping the first layer even helped because it handled the worn areas better than expected. It helped the stain coat sit more evenly on the front steps. I would use this step again.

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Olivia Diaz
Easy to apply with a roller

The base coat helped cover old marks and gave us a more even concrete color before staining. Very happy with the result.

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Sarah Hamilton
Cleaner base before staining the front steps

I used Base Coat on the front steps after noticing a few repaired areas. After we taped the borders before rolling, the first step felt straightforward. The base made the front steps feel less patchy.

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Melissa Nguyen
Good first coat for our shop floor edge

This helped prep the well-used shop floor edge, which had been ignored for a while. We took our time with prep, and the first layer covered the uneven spots well. The base helped tie together the different tones on the shop floor edge. I am glad we used it before staining.

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Melissa Nguyen
Exactly what I needed

Used this on a front entry walkway. The concrete had some discoloration, and this helped create a better base before staining.

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Angela Barnes
Better starting point for the porch

This went down first on the sealed-looking porch, which had a few uneven spots. We made sure the concrete was fully dry, then it made the surface look less patchy. The base coat made the porch look cleaner right away.

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Angela Barnes
Solid product for concrete prep

Applied it to an older walkway before staining. It gave the concrete a much better starting point and helped hide some of the imperfections.

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Alexis Edwards
Better starting point for the pool deck

We used this under the stain on the newer pool deck. Keeping the first layer even helped because it gave the next coat a cleaner surface. It was a simple step that improved the pool deck. Good prep made the final finish better.

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Alexis Edwards
Good primer for uneven concrete

The concrete looked much better after this coat before we even stained it. Final color turned out great.

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Savannah Foster
Cleaner base before staining the garage entry

We added Base Coat first because the garage entry had some worn and faded areas. The first coat was simple because the slab looked ready for the stain coat. The stain step on the garage entry felt easier after this dried.

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Peter Ross
Great prep layer for the driveway apron

I used the Base Coat because our driveway apron had a mix of old and newer concrete. We took our time with prep, and it gave the slab a more consistent look. The next coat went over the driveway apron more evenly. The final look was worth the extra prep.

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Peter Ross
Worked well overall

Solid product for getting the surface ready. The stain went on smoother after using this base coat.

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Samantha Campbell
Smoothed out the look of the shop floor edge

This went down first on the newer shop floor edge, which had a few uneven spots. On our slab, it did not feel heavy or difficult to spread. The base coat made a noticeable difference on the shop floor edge. This was a good first step for the project.

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Maya Martinez
Helped the final color on our front steps

We chose Base Coat for the front steps because the surface was not one even shade. We did the edges before the open area, then it handled the worn areas better than expected. The worn areas on the front steps were less distracting after it dried.

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Alexis King
Good base layer for the walkway

We used this under the stain on the dusty walkway. Keeping the first layer even helped because the slab looked ready for the stain coat. The older spots on the walkway looked less obvious after the base coat.

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Alexis King
Good primer for uneven concrete

Easy product to work with. Rolled it on, let it dry, then stained over it. The finish looked better than staining straight over the old concrete.

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Rebecca Kennedy
Base Coat made the commercial entry cleaner

I wanted the final stain to look more consistent, so I started with Base Coat on the commercial entry. With the surface ready, it dried evenly before the stain step. It gave the commercial entry a more reliable starting point.

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Rebecca Kennedy
Nice even starting point

Great prep coat for concrete that was not perfect. It helped cover the rough spots and made the color feel more uniform.

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Travis Cooper
Good product before staining

Our back patio needed a cleaner starting point, so we used Base Coat first. On our slab, it leveled out the visual differences in the concrete. It helped the final finish feel more professional on the back patio. The finished stain looked better because of it.

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Peter Martin
Better stain finish on the courtyard

The courtyard had a few different tones, so Base Coat made sense before staining. Once the concrete was clean, it leveled out the visual differences in the concrete. The base made the courtyard feel less patchy.

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Peter Martin
Great for old patio concrete

Easy to brush around edges and roll across the open areas. It helped cover uneven spots and made the stain project look better.

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Savannah White
A smart first step for our porch

This helped prep the broom-finished porch, which had been ignored for a while. Application went smoothly because it made the surface look less patchy. It helped the whole porch look more consistent.

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Andrew Martinez
Helped the final color on our side yard slab

We used Base Coat on the plain gray side yard slab before adding stain. It helped that it leveled out the visual differences in the concrete. The worn areas on the side yard slab were less distracting after it dried.

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Shawn Carter
Base Coat helped our driveway apron

The sunny concrete on our driveway apron looked patchy before this step. Application went smoothly because the first step felt straightforward. The driveway apron looked less blotchy before we added color.

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Shawn Carter
Good primer for uneven concrete for Base Coat

Good product for concrete prep. It covered small imperfections well and made the staining process more predictable.