Kemiko Northwest
Kemiko Northwest distributes Kemiko decorative and industrial concrete coatings — including acid-reactive Stone Tone Concrete Stain and a full industrial epoxy line — from Portland, Oregon. It sells directly via phone, through stocking dealers and certified applicators, to DIY homeowners, contractors, and commercial specifiers nationwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1930
- HeadquartersBeaverton, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Kemiko Northwest does
Kemiko Northwest is a privately held specialty coatings distributor based in Portland, Oregon, that sells the Kemiko decorative and industrial concrete coating lines nationwide. The company traces the Kemiko brand back to 1930 and was reorganized around the Stone Tone Concrete Stain relaunch in the 1980s under owner Jo Philipps; it operates today with a 1–10 person team and ships directly via a toll-free phone line and email orders, supplemented by stocking dealers and a certified applicator network.
The product portfolio centers on the Stone Tone Concrete Acid Stain, an acid-based reactive stain that chemically bonds metallic ions with the lime in concrete to produce permanent, mottled decorative finishes in 11 earth tones, plus the Rembrandt Polymer Stain, a water-extended acrylic urethane alternative for slabs unsuitable for acid reaction. The line is completed by prep products (Neutra Clean), a full sealer family (Stone Tone Sealer II, Clear-A-Thane, Color Enhancing, Repels, Seal Pro MS300/MS600), wax finishes (Stone Tone Wax, Easy Shine), and an industrial coatings range spanning 100% solids self-leveling epoxies (SS1202/SS1202UVR), aquarium-grade SS1500, USDA-acceptable water-base epoxies (SS1600, SS3400), polyaspartic SS3900 coatings, and polyurethane topcoats (SS2400).
Kemiko Northwest makes money through one-time product sales at quote-based unit pricing (1-gallon and 5-gallon units, kit sizes for epoxies), supported by free consultations for DIY homeowners and free quotes for contractors, plus certified applicator services delivered through channel partners such as Kemikoating Surfaces. The customer base spans DIY homeowners, professional contractors, architects and designers specifying commercial projects, and end-users across hospitality, retail, healthcare, education, food processing, and aquarium/marine verticals, with demand generation concentrated in national industry trade shows (World of Concrete, Surfaces, AIA presentations). No revenue is publicly disclosed and no institutional funding is on record.
Kemiko Northwest firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Kemiko Northwest
- Legal name
- Kemiko Northwest
- Website
- https://kemikostain.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1930
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Kemiko Northwest distributes Kemiko decorative and industrial concrete coatings — including acid-reactive Stone Tone Concrete Stain and a full industrial epoxy line — from Portland, Oregon. It sells directly via phone, through stocking dealers and certified applicators, to DIY homeowners, contractors, and commercial specifiers nationwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Kemiko Northwest industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Concrete Coatings and Stains
- NAICS
- Paint and Coating Manufacturing (32551), Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (3255)
- SIC
- Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Industrial & Protective Coatings (IMAEAGAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Industrial Protective Coatings (IMAEAHAB), Industrial Protective Coatings (Steel/Concrete/Equipment) (IMAIAKAB)
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Where Kemiko Northwest is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Beaverton
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Kemiko Northwest business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Decorative Concrete Coatings Sales: One-time product sales of decorative coatings including Stone Tone Concrete Stain, sealers, waxes. Products sold in 1 gallon and 5 gallon units. Revenue generated from direct sales and stocking dealers.
- Industrial Coatings Sales: Industrial epoxy and polyaspartic coatings for commercial applications including warehouses, food processing facilities, aquariums, pools. Sold in kit sizes with various coverage rates.
- Application Services: Certified applicator (Kemikoating Surfaces) provides application services for decorative and industrial flooring projects.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Stone Tone Concrete Stain - 1 Gallon Unit |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Stone Tone Sealer II - 1 Gallon and 5 Gallon |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Epoxy Coatings - Various Kit Sizes |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels4 records
Kemiko Northwest product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Kemiko Northwest distributes and sells Kemiko branded decorative and industrial concrete coatings, including acid-based reactive Stone Tone Concrete Stain, Rembrandt Polymer Stain, and a complete line of epoxy coatings, sealers, waxes, and cleaners. The company provides technical support, free consultations for DIY homeowners, and free quotes for contractors, with orders placed by phone or email and shipped nationally from the Pacific Northwest.
Product overview
Kemiko Northwest is a manufacturer and distributor of decorative and industrial concrete coatings. The product portfolio centers on Stone Tone Concrete Stain, an acid-based reactive stain that chemically bonds with concrete to create decorative stone-appearance finishes, and Rembrandt Polymer Stain, a water-extended acrylic urethane alternative for surfaces unsuitable for acid reaction. These core stains are complemented by a complete system of prep and finish products including Neutra Clean industrial cleaner, multiple sealer formulations (Stone Tone Sealer II, Clear-A-Thane, Repels, Color Enhancing, Seal Pro MS300 and MS600), and various wax products (Stone Tone Wax, Easy Shine Mop-on Wax, Easy Strip). The industrial coatings line includes a comprehensive epoxy family (SS1202, SS1202UVR, SS1500, SS1600, SS3400, SS3500, SS3700 series), polyaspartic coatings (SS3900 series), and polyurethane topcoats (SS2400 series). Products serve both decorative residential/commercial applications and heavy-duty industrial environments including pools, food processing, and marine facilities.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Stone Tone Concrete Stain Acid-based reactive stain that chemically bonds with concrete lime content to create permanent, unique decorative stone-appearance finishes. Zero VOC, low odor, UV resistant, available in 11 earth tone colors. Sold in 1 gallon and 5 gallon units. Used by contractors, architects, builders, and DIY homeowners for interior and exterior concrete.
- Rembrandt Polymer Stain Water extended acrylic urethane concrete polymer stain for interior and exterior use. Low VOC, low odor, high durability, semi-transparent colors that can be intermixed for unlimited custom colors and faux finishes. Suitable for concrete, plaster, polymer cement, and wood surfaces not suitable for acid reaction staining.
- Industrial Epoxy Coatings (SS Series) Complete line of industrial epoxy, polyaspartic, and polyurethane coatings for commercial and industrial flooring applications. Includes 100% solids self-leveling epoxies (SS1202, SS1202UVR), commercial aquarium epoxy (SS1500), water-based epoxies (SS1600, SS3400, SS3500, SS3700), high solids polyaspartic coatings (SS3900), and polyurethane topcoats (SS2400UV). Designed for warehouses, food processing facilities, pools, marine containment, and commercial floors requiring chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, and USDA compliance.
- Stone Tone Sealer II Low viscosity, low odor, single component acrylic water-based sealer for protecting bare and stained concrete without a wet look. LEED compliant, UV resistant, chemical and stain resistant. Coverage of 300-400 sq. ft. per gallon per coat. Sold in 1 gallon and 5 gallon units.
- Specialty Sealers (Color Enhancing, Repels, Clear-A-Thane, Seal Pro MS300, Seal Pro MS600) Specialty sealers for diverse concrete sealing applications. Color Enhancing Acrylic provides wet look finish; Repels is zero VOC silane/siloxane exterior water repellent; Clear-A-Thane is acrylic urethane non-yellowing sealer; Seal Pro MS300 and MS600 are solvent-based thermoplastic resin sealers with chemical and water resistance.
- Stone Tone Wax Products (Stone Tone Wax, Stone Tone Wax II) Interior wax products for porous surfaces including concrete, unglazed brick, and unsealed wood. Stone Tone Wax (solvent-based) and Stone Tone Wax II (water-based) enhance depth of color and provide protection against water penetration, scuffing, and marring. Stone Tone Wax available in Clear and Black.
- Easy Shine Mop-on Wax and Easy Strip Wax Stripper Water-based acrylic polymer mop-on floor finish (Easy Shine) formulated to protect and minimize scratching of concrete floors, available in gloss or satin finish. Easy Strip is a biodegradable, high performance water-based concentrated wax stripper for easy removal of Kemiko Easy Shine waxes.
- Neutra Clean Industrial strength, high performance water-based sodium metasilicate cleaner for preparation of bare concrete and coated substrates. Low VOC and biodegradable. Used as a preparation product before staining or sealing concrete surfaces.
- Application Services (Kemikoating Surfaces) Professional concrete staining and coating application services provided through certified applicator network (Kemikoating Surfaces). The certified applicator has over 25 years of experience in the decorative concrete field and provides project estimates including customized decorative or industrial flooring solutions. Notable project includes the Ahwahnee Hotel at Yosemite Valley exterior addition.
Quantifiable outcome
- 400 sq. ft. coverage per gallon for Stone Tone Stain (two applications)
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Companies that use Kemiko Northwest
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Kemiko Northwest technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Kemiko Northwest partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Davis Block and ConcreteminorStocking dealer located in Soldotna, AK (225 Birch Place, Soldotna, AK 99669, 907-262-5106). Provides local product distribution for Alaska region.
- Kemikoating SurfacescoreCertified applicator of Kemiko Decorative and Industrial Coatings with over 25 years of experience in decorative concrete. Provides professional application services and project estimates including customized decorative or industrial flooring solutions. Notable project: Ahwahnee Hotel at Yosemite Valley exterior addition.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights3 records
Kemiko Northwest competitors and assessment
Company assessmentOthers
- Quikrete: Quikrete is a major manufacturer of concrete and masonry products, including concrete mix, repair products, and sealers. While not a direct competitor in decorative stains, they are an adjacent player in the broader concrete products ecosystem and could expand into coatings.
Broad incumbents
- Sika: Sika is a global specialty chemicals company with a significant industrial concrete coatings and sealants business. They compete with Kemiko's industrial epoxy line at the higher end of the food processing, healthcare, and infrastructure markets, but offer a much broader portfolio.
- Rust-Oleum: Rust-Oleum is a major consumer and industrial coatings company with concrete floor coatings and sealers that overlap with Kemiko's products. They serve a much broader customer base but overlap in the decorative and industrial concrete coating segments.
- Sherwin-Williams: Sherwin-Williams is the largest paint and coatings company in the US with industrial and architectural coatings divisions. While they don't specialize in the decorative concrete niche, their scale, distribution, and brand recognition represent a competitive threat if they expand specialty offerings.
Direct peers
- Brickform: Brickform is a leading decorative concrete manufacturer specializing in stains, stamps, and overlays. They compete directly with Kemiko in the decorative concrete segment, with similar applications for contractors and architects working on commercial and residential projects.
- Surface Koatings: Surface Koatings manufactures decorative and industrial concrete coatings, including epoxies and stains. They compete directly with Kemiko in the concrete floor coatings market, serving similar commercial and industrial customers.
- L.M. Scofield Company: L.M. Scofield is a direct competitor in decorative concrete stains and colorants, offering Lithocrome and Chemstain lines that overlap directly with Kemiko's Stone Tone and Rembrandt product lines. They serve similar architect and contractor customers with comparable chemistry-based differentiation.
- NewLook International: NewLook International specializes in decorative concrete stains, sealers, and colorants. They are a direct competitor in the acid stain and pigmented concrete stain markets, with similar product lines and customer segments.
- Surecrete Design Products: Surecrete manufactures decorative concrete coatings, sealers, and stains targeting similar contractor and DIY customers. They overlap with Kemiko's decorative concrete stain and sealer products, with comparable product positioning and channels.
- Direct Colors: Direct Colors sells decorative concrete stains, sealers, and pigments directly to DIY homeowners and contractors. They compete directly with Kemiko's Stone Tone product line in the DIY and small contractor segments, with similar reactive acid stain technology.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Kemiko Northwest social profiles
Digital presenceKemiko Northwest compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance6 records
Kemiko Northwest financial estimates
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Kemiko Northwest leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Kemiko Northwest funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Kemiko Northwest M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Kemiko Northwest
What does Kemiko Northwest do?
Kemiko Northwest distributes and sells Kemiko branded decorative and industrial concrete coatings, including acid-based reactive Stone Tone Concrete Stain, Rembrandt Polymer Stain, and a complete line of epoxy coatings, sealers, waxes, and cleaners. The company provides technical support, free consultations for DIY homeowners, and free quotes for contractors, with orders placed by phone or email and shipped nationally from the Pacific Northwest.
Is Kemiko Northwest a public or private company?
Kemiko Northwest is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Kemiko Northwest founded?
Kemiko Northwest was founded in 1930. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Kemiko Northwest based?
Kemiko Northwest is headquartered in Beaverton, United States, in the North America region.
How does Kemiko Northwest make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Decorative Concrete Coatings Sales are the primary driver. The others are industrial Coatings Sales and application Services.
Who are Kemiko Northwest's main competitors?
Quikrete is listed as an others. Broad incumbents are Sika, Rust-Oleum and Sherwin-Williams. Direct peers are Brickform, Surface Koatings, L.M. Scofield Company, NewLook International, Surecrete Design Products and Direct Colors.
Does Kemiko Northwest have an API?
No public API is recorded for Kemiko Northwest.
What industry is Kemiko Northwest in?
Kemiko Northwest's product category is Concrete Coatings and Stains. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAEAGAB, Industrial & Protective Coatings, with a secondary code of IMAEAHAB, Industrial Protective Coatings. Its NAICS code is 32551 and its SIC code is 2851.