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Discover the transformative power of Direct Colors' diverse range of concrete colorants. From the rich, long-lasting hue of EverStain™ acid stain to the vibrant shades of Vibrance™ Dye, our product portfolio promises unmatched versatility and aesthetic appeal. Navigate through our curated gallery of projects organized by colorant type to get inspired and envision your next creation.


AcquaTint™ Tinted Sealer

AcquaTint™ Tinted Sealer

  • Stain and sealer in one
  • For interior and exterior use
  • Ideal for most concrete finishes
  • Water-based with low VOCs
  • Semi-transparent, won't hide like paint
  • Lighter hue than EasyTint™


EasyTint™ Tinted Sealer

EasyTint™ Tinted Sealer

  • Stain and sealer in one
  • Best in exterior or ventilated areas
  • Ideal for most concrete finishes
  • Solvent-based, expect strong fumes
  • Semi-transparent, won't hide like paint
  • Deeper hue than AcquaTint™


Antiquing™ Stain

Antiquing™ Stain

  • Sealing is absolutely essential
  • Best in exterior or ventilated areas
  • Ideal for stamped concrete surfaces
  • Expect strong fumes
  • Semi-transparent, won't hide like paint
  • Less pigment than Portico™


Portico™ Paver Stain

Portico™ Paver Stain

  • Sealing is absolutely essential
  • For exterior or ventilated areas
  • Ideal for concrete paver surfaces
  • Expect strong fumes
  • Semi-transparent, won't hide like paint
  • More pigment than Antiquing™


ColorWave® Stain

ColorWave® Stain

  • Sealing is absolutely essential
  • For interior and exterior use
  • Ideal for most concrete finishes
  • Water-based with low VOCs
  • Semi-transparent, won't hide like paint
  • Can be uniform or multi-color mottled


Vibrance™ Dye

Vibrance™ Dye

  • Sealing is absolutely essential
  • For interior and exterior use
  • Ideal for smooth concrete finishes
  • Acetone-based formula
  • Semi-transparent, won't hide like paint
  • Can be uniform or multi-color mottled


EverStain™ Acid Stain

EverStain™ Acid Stain

  • Sealing is absolutely essential
  • For interior and exterior use
  • Ideal for most concrete finishes
  • Permanent reactive stain
  • Semi-transparent, won't hide like paint
  • Unique variegated mottled look


DecoGel™ Acid Stain

DecoGel™ Acid Stain

  • Sealing is absolutely essential
  • For interior and exterior use
  • Ideal for vertical concrete finishes
  • Permanent reactive stain
  • Semi-transparent, won't hide like paint
  • Gelled, lighter hues than EverStain™
 

Colorant Recommendation Chart

Water Absorption Test: Before choosing a colorant, it's crucial to test the concrete's readiness for staining. Pour a small amount of water on the concrete. If it absorbs within 5 minutes, the concrete surface is suitable for staining. However, if the water does not absorb in that time frame, the concrete will need further preparation, such as etching with CitrusEtch™ Concrete Etcher.

Follow these simple steps to determine the best colorant product for your concrete finish:

  • Determine the finish of your concrete surface.
  • Locate the column for that finish on the right side of the chart.
  • Look for the 'BEST' recommendation for an ideal match. 'GOOD' is also a suitable option.
  • Grayed-out boxes indicate that a product isn't suitable for your surface.
  • Check the intended usage in the middle columns—whether for interior, exterior, or both.
  • Click on the Product Name in the leftmost column to access its product page.
  • Determine the finish of your concrete surface.
  • Locate the column on the left side of the chart under Concrete Finish.
  • Look for the 'BEST' recommendation for an ideal match. 'GOOD' is also a suitable option.
  • Grayed-out boxes indicate that a product isn't suitable for your surface.
  • Check the intended usage under Ideal For column—whether for interior, exterior, or both.
  • Click on the Product Name to access its product page.

  Ideal For Concrete Finish
Product Name Interior Exterior Machine Troweled/
Smooth
Lightly
Textured
Stamped Paver Broomed Rough
Antiquing™Stamped Concrete Stain NO YES N/A Good Best N/A Best N/A
Portico™Paver Stain NO YES N/A N/A Good Best Good Best
ColorWave™ (Low VOC) YES YES Best Best Best Best Best Good
Vibrance™ Dye YES YES Best Best N/A N/A N/A N/A
EverStain™Acid Stain YES YES Best Best Good N/A Good N/A
DecoGel™ Gelled Acid Stain YES YES Best Best N/A N/A N/A N/A
AcquaTint™ Tinted Sealer (Low VOC) YES YES Best Best Good Good Good N/A
EasyTint™ Tinted Sealer (Solvent-Based) NO YES Best Best Best Best Best N/A
 

Ideal For:

  • Interior
  • Exterior

Concrete Finish:

  • Machine Troweled/
    Smooth
  • Lightly Textured
  • Stamped
  • Paver
  • Broomed
  • Rough

Ideal For

  • NOX
  • YES

Concrete Finish

  • N/A
  • Good
  • Best
  • N/A
  • Best
  • N/A

Ideal For

  • NOX
  • YES

Concrete Finish

  • N/A
  • N/A
  • Good
  • Best
  • Good
  • Best

Ideal For

  • YES
  • YES

Concrete Finish

  • Best
  • Best
  • Best
  • Best
  • Best
  • Good

Ideal For

  • YES
  • YES

Concrete Finish

  • Best
  • Best
  • N/A
  • N/A
  • N/A
  • N/A

Ideal For

  • YES
  • YES

Concrete Finish

  • Best
  • Best
  • Good
  • N/A
  • Good
  • N/A

Ideal For

  • YES
  • YES

Concrete Finish

  • Best
  • Best
  • N/A
  • N/A
  • N/A
  • N/A

Ideal For

  • YES
  • YES

Concrete Finish

  • Best
  • Best
  • Good
  • Good
  • Good
  • N/A

Ideal For

  • NOX
  • YES

Concrete Finish

  • Best
  • Best
  • Best
  • Best
  • Best
  • N/A
 

Calculator for Direct Colors Concrete Stains vs SQ FT


This calculator is for these Direct Colors interior and exterior concrete stains: AcquaTint™, Antiquing™, ColorWave®, DecoGel™, EasyTint™, EverStain™, and Portico™

Stain Coverage Calculator

How much stain to buy:

Coverage depends on the square footage of your application.

The coverage rate is 200 square feet per gallon (2 coats) depending on concrete porosity. At least 2 coats are required.

  1. Dimensions of concrete to be stained:

Amount of stain to use: Your answer will appear here after entering your dimensions.

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