Concrete Powder Pigment
Concrete Powder Pigment
Professional-grade pigment powder for integrally coloring concrete, cement, mortar, and stucco
Product Details
Product Details
ColorBlast™ Concrete Pigment is a professional-grade concrete pigment powder used to color concrete, mortar, stucco, and cement throughout the entire mix — not just the surface. Mix ColorBlast directly into your concrete batch to produce permanent color that runs all the way through the slab, casting, or pour. Because the color is integral, it can't chip, peel, or wear off the way surface coatings do.
Available in a wide range of concrete pigment colors including iron oxide earth tones (black, white, red, brown, buff), FerroTint Yellow iron oxide, FerroTint Chromium Oxide Green, and specialty shades including cobalt blue, ultramarine blue, terracotta, and charcoal. Select your color and bag weight below, then add to cart — this page is built for contractors and experienced users who already know their pigment-to-cement ratio.
What ColorBlast Concrete Pigment Powder Is Used For
Concrete countertops — Integral concrete pigment is the standard for concrete countertops because surface stains can wear in heavy-use kitchen and bathroom environments. ColorBlast mixed into the concrete batch produces permanent color that survives daily use, cleaning, and re-sealing.
Decorative concrete pours — Driveways, patios, walkways, pool decks, fire pits, garden borders, and architectural concrete elements where you want the color built into the slab from day one rather than applied afterward.
Mortar and stucco — Tint mortar joints with ColorBlast to match or contrast with brick and stone. Color stucco for architectural exteriors. The same concrete coloring pigment works in any portland cement mix.
Cast stone, GFRC, and concrete crafts — Cement planters, stepping stones, pavers, garden ornaments, fire bowls, vases, and decorative castings. ColorBlast is also used by candle makers, resin artists, and soap makers as a colorant for craft applications where pigment stability matters.
Color matching and repairs — Match existing colored concrete for patches and additions. ColorBlast comes in standard color formulations that contractors can specify and reorder consistently.
Understanding Our Pigment Types
Not all concrete pigments are made the same. ColorBlast includes pigments from several chemical families, each suited to different colors and applications:
Iron oxide pigments (black, white, red, brown, buff, FerroTint Yellow) — The backbone of the ColorBlast line. Manufactured from high-purity synthetic iron oxide — the same raw material used by major concrete manufacturers and decorative concrete contractors for over a century. These iron oxide pigments for concrete are UV-stable, lightfast, alkali-resistant, and chemically inert, which means they hold their color through years of sun exposure, freeze-thaw cycles, and high-pH cement environments without fading or breaking down.
FerroTint Chromium Oxide Green — A chromium oxide pigment that delivers a deep, true green. Alkali-resistant and chemically stable in concrete. UV performance differs from iron oxide — check the product spec sheet if your project involves prolonged direct sun exposure.
Cobalt Blue, Ultramarine Blue, and Blue Pigment — Synthetic colorants that produce vivid blue tones not achievable with iron oxide. Alkali-resistant for use in concrete mixes. These formulations may have different UV stability characteristics than iron oxide colors — for outdoor projects with extended sun exposure, review individual product specs or contact us for guidance.
Why Iron Oxide Concrete Pigment Outperforms Cheap Alternatives
The market is full of low-grade pigments that fade, bleed, or weaken the concrete by interfering with cement hydration. ColorBlast's iron oxide formulations are built to a higher standard:
- UV stability — Won't fade from sun exposure, even after years of outdoor use
- Alkali resistance — Holds color in the high-pH environment of fresh concrete
- Chemical inertness — Won't react with or weaken the concrete matrix
- Color consistency — Same dosage produces the same result across batches
- Fine particle dispersion — Mixes evenly into the batch with no clumping, streaking, or color hotspots
Repulpable Bags — Drop the Whole Bag In
ColorBlast ships in repulpable kraft paper bags that dissolve directly into the concrete mix. Drop the entire bag into the mixer with your dry cement, mix, and the bag breaks down completely with no residue. This eliminates the transfer step that introduces measurement error and pigment waste, ensures every gram of pigment ends up in the batch, and saves cleanup time on the jobsite. It's the same packaging method used by major commercial concrete pigment suppliers.
Bulk Pricing
Bulk pricing kicks in at the 25 lb sizes — the more you buy, the lower the per-pound cost. Contractors running multiple projects or large pours should size up to lock in the best per-pound price and avoid mid-project reorders that risk batch variation.
Not Sure How Much Pigment You Need?
If you're not sure about your pigment-to-cement ratio or want to match a specific shade, use our [Concrete Pigment Calculator] to figure out the exact quantity for your project. Or order the ColorBlast™ 5-Color Pigment Set — 5 colors of your choice in 4 oz sample sizes, perfect for testing before committing to a full bag.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between concrete and cement?
What is the difference between concrete and cement?
Although the terms cement and concrete often are used interchangeably, they are NOT the same thing. Cement is actually an ingredient of concrete. Concrete is a mixture of cement, sand and aggregates such as gravel or crushed stone.
What is Concrete Pigment and how does it work?
What is Concrete Pigment and how does it work?
Concrete Pigment is an iron oxide powder colorant that integrally colors cement-based materials. Unlike topical stains that color the surface after concrete has cured, pigment is added directly to the wet cement mix before pouring. The result is consistent, even color that runs throughout the entire slab — from top to bottom. Even if the surface is damaged or worn over time, the color remains unchanged because it's not just on the surface.
What can I use Concrete Pigment on?
What can I use Concrete Pigment on?
Concrete Pigment can be used to add color to concrete, countertops, concrete overlays, stucco, plaster, mortar, grout, and other cement-based materials. It's a versatile product popular with DIYers for projects ranging from concrete countertops and stepping stones to stucco walls and decorative planters.
Is Concrete Pigment the same as Concrete Dye?
Is Concrete Pigment the same as Concrete Dye?
No! Concrete Pigment and Concrete Dye are NOT the same product. Concrete Pigment (also known as integral color) is added to the concrete mix BEFORE pouring a slab or countertop. Concrete Dye (Vibrance™) is applied topically to the surface AFTER the concrete has been poured and cured. They serve different purposes and are used at completely different stages of a project.
How do I calculate how much pigment I need?
How do I calculate how much pigment I need?
The amount of pigment depends on the PSI (sack mix) of your concrete and the total volume being poured. Higher PSI concrete requires more pigment to achieve the projected color. Direct Colors offers a Truck Pour Per Yard Pigment Calculator on their website that determines exactly how much pigment is needed based on your mix specifications. For pre-bagged ready-mix, provide the bag weight and number of bags to calculate your total order.
How do I mix Concrete Pigment into my concrete?
How do I mix Concrete Pigment into my concrete?
For truck pours, introduce the pigment into the truck at least 20 minutes prior to pouring — ideally before the truck leaves the ready-mix plant. For drum mixing, add 1/3 of the total water needed, add all the pigment, mix for 3-5 minutes, then slowly add the concrete mix. For 5-gallon bucket mixes, combine water and pigment first, then add the concrete mix. The mixture should be uniform in color with no streaks before pouring.
Why does my colored concrete look faded after it dries?
Why does my colored concrete look faded after it dries?
As concrete hardens, the color will appear to fade. This is completely normal for integrally colored concrete. Pour water on the surface to see the true color — this is what it will look like once sealed. Applying a concrete sealer (such as EasySeal™ for outdoor or AcquaSeal™ for indoor) will bring the color back to life and protect the finish. We recommend sealing 15 to 30 days after pouring.
How does fly ash affect pigment color?
How does fly ash affect pigment color?
Fly ash is added to ready-mix cement by concrete manufacturers in place of cement at substitution rates commonly between 15-40%. While there are structural benefits, a higher rate of fly ash results in a lighter final appearance, making color prediction more difficult. For the most accurate integral concrete color, choose ready-mix cement with around 10% fly ash and no more than 20%.
Can I add Concrete Pigment to Patch-RX™ or Resurface-It™?
Can I add Concrete Pigment to Patch-RX™ or Resurface-It™?
Yes! Concrete Pigment can be blended into both Patch-RX™ concrete repair compound and Resurface-It™ concrete overlay to create integrally colored repairs and overlays. When using pigment, thoroughly blend it with the water before adding the dry material. Make sure to reach the bottom edges of the bucket with the mixer to fully incorporate all pigment for consistent color.
Do I need to seal integrally colored concrete?
Do I need to seal integrally colored concrete?
Yes. While the color itself is permanent and fade-resistant throughout the slab, sealing protects the surface from stains, weather, and wear while also enhancing the color vibrancy. For outdoor projects, seal with a solvent-based acrylic sealer like EasySeal™ (satin finish is recommended to reduce slip hazards on wet exterior concrete). Seal 15 to 30 days after pouring to allow proper curing.
How to Prepare ColorBlast™
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