Black Concrete Stain: Outdoor Transformations Gallery
By Justin Richardson
Dive into our gallery and see how black concrete stain works its magic on outdoor areas! From cool patios to chic driveways, get ready to be inspired for your next backyard makeover.
Create a stylish and modern look for your outdoor living space by staining your covered concrete patio with black Antiquing™ stain on a broomed finish. This technique adds visual interest and texture to your patio, while the black stain gives it a bold and contemporary touch.
Each photo in this gallery showcases real customer projects to inspire you. Keep in mind that our semi-transparent colorants mean the initial color and condition of your concrete will influence your final look, possibly leading to varied results. For best outcomes, please do a test patch on your specific surface before full application.
Transformed Barn Shop Floor with Black EasyTint™
After a rigorous clean-up of this barn shop used for automotive repair, two applications of our black EasyTint™ were necessary to achieve a fresh, unified look. Despite initial challenges with extensive stains and overspray, the final outcome delivered a functional yet aesthetically pleasing floor, ready for family gatherings and celebrations.
Sporty Sophistication: A High Gloss Black Score
Get ready for a slam dunk with our “Sporty Sophistication” project. This scored concrete front porch and driveway design is a true game-changer, featuring a black EasyTint™ tinted sealer in a high gloss finish for an elevated touch. But that’s not all – the driveway doubles as a basketball court with professionally marked lines, and a black free-throw area and 3-point arch for added contrast.
Elegantly Stained with EasyTint Black
From Worn to Refreshed and Vibrant
Black Portico™ Charm: A Stone & Trim Tango!
Swapping out grey for a dashing dark charcoal, this home’s stone facade got a radiant revamp. Complementing wood trim follows suit, creating a harmonious, eye-catching ensemble.
Black Concrete Retaining Wall Revamp
Originally installed in 2021, this black concrete retaining wall was initially stained using a pump sprayer. To enhance its appearance, a second round of staining was done this year using a paintbrush for crevices and a roller for broader areas. The application of two coats made a significant difference, resulting in a more polished and durable finish just in time for planting season.
Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 4 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 600 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
We installed a black concrete retaining wall in 2021, we used a pump sprayer and back rolled one coat of Easy Tint over it. This year before putting in plants, we decided to stain it again. We used a paint brush in the crevices and rolled it on this time. It went on much better. We did two coats this time and it made a huge difference. - Personal Tips:
Three years ago we used a pump sprayer and the sprayer clogged a lot and it just wasn’t a consistent way to apply it. This year we a paint brush in the crevices and roller. It drips (at least on vertical surfaces) and dries quickly, so it’s best to have two people and only work in small sections at a time. Brush and roller was a much better route and it saved us a lot of stain. We could have bought half what we did.
It does dry quickly and gets sticky, at least in mid July, and it cannot be rolled or painted once that happens, as stated before, cover small sections at a time. - Direct Colors Products Used:
5 Gal. Black Satin EasyTint™
Pitch-Perfect Patio: Black is the New Backyard!
This back patio has been transformed with Black Antiquing stain, ushering in a sleek and modern vibe perfect for chic alfresco moments.
Monochrome Modernity: A Garage Floor Revamp
Breathing life into a standard garage floor, Antiquing™ Black Stain was employed to deliver a nuanced, mottled appearance, offering both style and simplicity to this modernized space.
Purple Reign Revival: A Tribute in Black and Gold
Step into a world of musical nostalgia with our “Purple Reign Revival” project. This concrete patio, boasting a monument dedicated to the iconic singer Prince, was rejuvenated from its faded state using black ColorWave®. The square monument proudly displays Prince’s signature symbol, engraved in gold, standing as a stylish and striking tribute. Let the before and after photos inspire you to turn your own patio into a space that truly sings.
Mottled Black Stain Tile Design
This project features a covered scored concrete patio stained with a mottled black Antiquing™ stain. The homeowner used tape to create a large tile design on the concrete, resulting in a unique and eye-catching pattern. The mottled effect adds depth and texture to the surface, while the tile design adds a decorative touch.
Saving a Stamped Concrete Surface with a DIY Solution
This DIY project features a homeowner who encountered a problem with their original stamped concrete surface. Due to hasty installation and power washing, the dark charcoal color and sealer were destroyed, leaving unsightly streaks. In search of a solution, they discovered a DIY product that saved their stamped concrete surface.
Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 5 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 1100 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
Our original stamped concrete was supposed to be a beautiful dark charcoal color. However, the installers were in a hurry and power washed it too soon. They destroyed the color and sealer, leaving weird power was streaks. Your product saved our stamped concrete! - Personal Tips:
Plan! We had a large area around a pool along with a back porch. We had to do it in stages. We have large dogs, so we had to fence off sections at a time. Secondly, we used a sprayer to apply the antique stain. You should agitate the sprayer fairly constantly to keep the pigment evenly dispersed. - Direct Colors Products Used:
5 Gal. Black Antiquing™ & EasySeal™ Satin Kit
Reviving Neglected Stamped Concrete Pool Deck
This DIY project features a family that revived their old stamped concrete pool area with Antiquing™ stain and sealer. After letting the area go for 19 years with only one big box store sealer application, they decided to take matters into their own hands.
Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 2 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 0800 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
Sooooo we are a DIY family that let a stamped concrete area around our pool go for 19 years with only sealing it once after it was installed with a big box store sealer. After lots of research I ordered a sample of the antiquing stain and sealer. I was so impressed with the ease of this I thought this is a project I can do myself unlike most that I find and my husband has to complete. I ordered the 5 gallon buckets of each and started on a Friday with pressure washing the area. Started early Saturday morning with the stain and did a second coat that afternoon. Finished up on Sunday with two coats of sealer. The ease of this product was amazing. So simple for anyone to do regardless of your diy capabilities. Wishing I had done this sooner. Have received so many positive compliments. Took the concrete back to its original appearance after 19 years of neglect. Makes our pool area so refreshed and modern looking once again. - Personal Tips:
If In a windy area have a second person hold a piece of cardboard to prevent over spray. We bent a piece of cardboard to go around curved areas that had stone that we didn’t want to stain. - Direct Colors Products Used:
5 Gal. Black Antiquing™ & EasySeal™ Satin Kit - Other Products Used:
Pressure washer and cleaner
If you’re looking to choose the best stain for your pool concrete deck, check out our comprehensive guide titled “How To Choose The Best Pool Concrete Deck Stain“. This guide provides all the information you need to make an informed decision, including factors to consider, types of stains available, and application tips. Read on to ensure your pool area is both beautiful and functional.
For more concrete stained patio ideas, head over to “Stained Concrete Patio Ideas: Before And Afters, Tips, And Customer Stories“. This resource is packed with plenty of inspiration, tips, and customer stories to help you plan and execute your dream patio. Whether you’re looking for a bold and vibrant statement or a more subdued and natural look, you’ll find plenty of ideas and guidance here.
Interested in projects specifically using acid stain? Explore our dedicated Black EverStain™ Acid Stain Project Gallery for inspiration
