Black Concrete Stain Outdoor Projects | Real Customer Transformations
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.
By Justin Richardson
Modern Backyard Upgrade with Black Antiquing™ Stain
This homeowner transformed a plain concrete patio into a sleek, modern outdoor retreat using Antiquing Stain. The bold, dark finish beautifully complements the home’s light brick exterior and adds a clean, contemporary touch to the space.
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.
Sporty Sophistication: A High Gloss Black Score
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.
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.
Purple Reign Revival: A Tribute in Black and Gold
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.
Mottled Black Stained Faux 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.
Elegantly Stained with EasyTint Black
From Worn to Refreshed and Vibrant
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.
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
Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 8 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 500 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
Be sure to fill any cracks between the pavers before sealing. I wanted multi-colors, so I colored each one a different color. We did 2 coats of sealer. I have a bunch more pictures and videos, but the application would only submit 10. If you want more, I can email them. The patio came out amazing. We have sent 4 different people to your website after they saw our pictures on Facebook. Thank you so much—you saved our patio. The patio builder built it last year and sealed it incorrectly with garbage sealer. We spent over $9,000 on the patio, and it looked awful. We searched and searched for a solution to make it look sharp and worth the money we paid. We are so happy that we found your company. We have neighbors coming by to see the patio! Everyone is blown away by the difference.Thank you for a great product! We can’t believe how the water beads on the patio now after applying your sealer. We never had that with the inferior sealer. - Direct Colors Products Used:
Antiquing™ Stain Trial Kit: Aztec Brown, Black, Light Charcoal
Antiquing™ Stain Trial Kit: Charcoal, Yukon Gold, Khaki
1 Qt. ProClean Degreaser™ Concentrate
1 Gal. Aztec Brown Antiquing™ & EasySeal™ Satin Kit
1 Gal. Black Antiquing™ & EasySeal™ Satin Kit
1 Gal. Charcoal Antiquing™ & EasySeal™ Satin Kit
1 Gal. Yukon Gold Antiquing™ Stain
Note: These project photos are shared by real Direct Colors customers to showcase authentic results. Because our stains are semi-transparent, final color will vary based on your concrete’s original tone and condition. Always test on a small area first to confirm your desired look before full application.
Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 5 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 195 sq. ft.
- Project Description: Our front porch was a 21 year old – stamped concrete half-circle design, that had lost all of its original color. We had tried to reseal one time, but the product we used was not compatible, and therefore would not “dry”. It felt sticky to the touch a month later in the middle of the summer. It was not a Direct Colors product.
- Personal Tips:
If you want to use the acid stain products on your concrete, DO NOT USE MURIATIC ACID TO CLEAN. We must have missed this advice when preparing to do this project. Fortunately, Direct Colors’ Antiquing™ Stain saved the day! Since our porch was a smaller project, we were able to use multiple colors, and got amazing results. We loved being able to restore our front door entryway, which actually looks better now, than when the house was new.
Who knew that watching Bob Ross painting shows would pay off some day? - Direct Colors Products Used:
The base color was Chocolate Antiquing™ which was included in the kit: Chocolate Antiquing™ & EasySeal™ Satin Kit.
Then we used the Buff Antiquing Stain to make the peaks (higher areas) in the stamped concrete visually “project out”.
We then used a combination of the Cinnabar and Aztec Brown Antiquing Stains in the lower areas of the stamped concrete to provide both depth and produce a more realistic stone-like look to the concrete.
