Gray Concrete Stain Gallery
Ah, gray concrete stain. It’s such a versatile, neutral color of stain that you can do anything with. It adds that extra oomph to your concrete pool deck. It’ll spruce up your concrete patio or driveway. Whichever concrete surface you choose to put it on, you can finally put the finishing touch on your outdoor area!
Swirl Finish Concrete Pool Deck
Sometimes subtle changes make a world of difference! This swirl finish concrete looked blotchy and stained, but now it looks amazing after the gray tinted concrete sealer! It wasn’t a dramatic color change, but does that evened-out gray concrete color complement that lovely swirl finish or what?




Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 5 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 900 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
Pool deck was blotchy and stained . Even pressure washing left it blotchy - Personal Tips:
Definitely minimum 2 coats to achieve color
Direct Colors Products Used:
EasyTint gray satin
Fabulous Farmhouse Patio
How can you get a covered patio to look even homier and more inviting? Use Antiquing™ Stain so that your new concrete patio has that antique look to match your charming farmhouse! Again – gray concrete stain is all about the subtle sophistication. We think that this back patio looks like a great place to grill, lounge, and relax!




Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 3 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 0.00 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
Antiquing stain on a broom finish concrete covered patio on my new construction farmhouse. - Personal Tips:
I sprayed the antiquing stain with a pump sprayer and rolled two coats of sealer with a wide roller.
Direct Colors Products Used:
Silver gray antiquing stain and satin solvent-based sealer.
Patio Extension




Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 2 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 700 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
Patio extension. Sealed using EasyTint Gray. 4 gallons. - Personal Tips:
I used a fan tip at first with a pump sprayer and I didn’t like it. I ended up using a cone tip and it worked alot better! Spray then roll.
Direct Colors Products Used:
EasyTint Gray
DIY Patio Dream






Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 3 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 200 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
Outdoor patio needed a major make over. We contacted a few professional companies in our area quotes came in around 3,000!!! that made us think perhaps we can do it ourselves! it can’t look any worse than it does now.
After researching online for about a month hubby and I opted to purchase from Direct Colors because of the simple easy to understand instructions, along with the ” how to videos ” available on the website.
I must admit we both were feeling a bit apprehensive at first to take on such a massive project. We are both in our mid 50″s with zero previous experience.
After contacting the wonderful customer support service team at Direct Colors we took the plunge and ordered. The customer service team is professional, knowledgeable and was patient with our questions explaining in layman’s terms our questions.
It’ was comforting to know professional assistance was just a phone call away 3 days later our patio was finished, looks amazingly well done saved literally thousands of dollars and had the feeling of accomplishment.
Thank you Direct Colors!
- Personal Tips:
Pre- preparation is 90% the key to success. A clean, grease free surface is a must!
Check weather forecast partly cloudy/ no rain in the forecast for 3 days, green flag to begin
Make sure you have all equipment ( brushes, tarps, rollers, trays, etc.) required gathered in one handy space
Create a checklist of materials needed prior to starting.
Read then re-read the directions/ instructions
Jot down any questions you may have, then contact Direct Colors customer support … the team is fabulous!
Direct Colors Products Used:
Antiquing stain Light Charcoal and Gray
Satin sealant.
Make-Your-Own Outdoor BBQ Area








Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 2 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 10 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
BBQ outdoor dining area. We wanted to add on an additional patio for outdoor dining.
We contacted a few local companies and was quoted 4K for labor and materials!! After recovering from sticker shock, we decided ” we got this”..
We opted on pavers & Direct Colors stain / sealant.
The entire cost doing it ourselves .. less than 1k. After allowing the time in between installation of pavers and staining,/ sealant. We purchased Antiquing silver gray, tweed and charcoal gray.
I stained each paver individually using sponge brushes. I applied 2 coats allowing dry time between. I waited 24 hours before applying the satin sealant ( also allowing dry time between coats).
We couldn’t be more satisfied with the end results!! We took the money we saved and spent a getaway weekend in the White Mountains of New Hampshire .. win win!.
Thank you Direct Colors for creating a professional, high quality product with expert results that 1st timer DIY’s can easily master.
- Personal Tips:
Read the instructions ( simple, easy to understand)
Pre prep .. we can’t empathize this enough ! It’s 90% the key to expert results.
Shake the stain .. Shake the stain .. did I mention not to forget to Shake the stain during application??
Check the weather forecast prior to beginning .. 3 days of partly cloudy/ no rain is ideal!
Contact Direct Colors customer care team if you have any questions .. they are friendly professional and knowledgeable
Direct Colors Products Used:
Antiquing stain Silver Gray, Tweed and Charcoal Gray
Satin Finish Sealant
Broom Finish Driveway Upgrade
Improve your curb appeal in an instant by applying a colored concrete sealer to your broom finish driveway! Here’s the great part of this upgrade – you can stain and seal in one step. Now you have a bit of color AND your concrete makeover is protected!


Concrete Stain Color Duo
The only thing better than one concrete stain color is two colors of stain! After this faded stamped concrete patio lost all of its original color, this DC customer was looking to bring the color back. Gray concrete stain spruced up the border, while gorgeous russet livened up the center.








Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 2 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 400 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
This was a color restoration project for a stamped concrete patio. This patio used to be colored, but it hadn’t been sealed for over 14 years, so it had lost almost all of its original colors. I almost decided to hire this out to simply pressure wash and seal it, but for the same amount of money, I found that I could restore the colors as well! Direct Colors made it simple with all the DIY kits and instructions and videos available. It was easy! In fact, the hardest part was just waiting for a few days of dry weather!I started out by pressure washing and cleaning the stamped concrete patio, removing any mold or dirt. At this point, I could barely see the old colors. The majority of the patio was faded to gray. I let the patio dry for about 24 hours.After drying, I applied the colors. I started with the inner body of the patio, coloring it with the Russet Antiquing Stain. Just shook the bottle of color up and then loaded it into the sprayer. I applied the colors to the main body until I achieved a nice wet layer. I just used a simple cardboard box to cover the border while spraying so I didn’t accidently combine colors.While waiting for it to dry, I decided to use a paint roller to apply the Eagle Gray colors to the border. This way, it was easier for me to control the colors. Again, applying to achieve a nice wet look. Once this was done, I repeated the coloring process to apply a second layer.The colors were nice and bright after applying. The different was noticeable already! I let it sit overnight to dry.The following day, I loaded up the Solvent based Acrylic sealer into a new sprayer. I started on the entrance by the steps and just worked my way out. I first applied a pretty thing layer, just enough to coat the entire patio. I already noticed the nice sheen and deeper colors starting to form! I let the first layer drive for about 7 hours.Before applying the second layer of sealer, I used a hand spreader to spread a very light coat of the non-slip sealer additive over the whole patio. Afterwards, I followed the same sealing process, spraying on top of the non-slip additive layer. At this point, the colors had popped and I was already pleased with the results!After waiting 24 hours to let the sealer dry, I let my pup decide on whether I did a good job. He scoped out the new colors and made himself at home. The following day, it rained, and was happy to see the water beading up nicely! - Personal Tips:
– Definitely shake the colors a good bit before loading into a sprayer, as well as while spraying.
– When using multiple colors, be meticulous about covering areas that shouldn’t be colored. Also, be aware that sprayers can drip out of the nozzle after coloring is complete.Other Products Used:
Other than the DIY kits, I used a pressure washer to clean the patio. I applied the Eagle gray using a roller and pan, instead of the included sprayer.
Understated Grey Concrete Stain
You spend so much time relaxing on your concrete pool deck, that you want to make sure it looks good and stays preserved! Antiquing™ Stain looks great on this pool deck, and our solvent based sealer EasySeal™ sealed the deal.


Covered Concrete Driveway
Colored concrete sealer doesn’t cover imperfections, but it definitely has a way of enhancing your damaged concrete. EasyTint™ did a wonderful job of spiffing up this smooth covered driveway.




Driveway Design
Design your concrete driveway the way YOU want! This DC customer used a lighter gray and medium gray concrete dye to make lines on their driveway.
Step Up Your Style
What a nice, clean way of integrating these two concrete dye colors! These concrete steps look awesome.
Beautifully Broomed Look
Give your concrete patio a dignified look with Antiquing™ Stain. You can give even a newer concrete surface that antique look. It’s an easy way to level up an outdoor area, and it’s an easy product to apply!
Driveway Makeover
Your driveway is the first thing that visitors see. Why not give it some color and protect it from the harsh outdoor elements? This textured concrete driveway with stain and sealer applied provides a facelift for the front of the house.

Hand Poured Squares Faux Stamped Slate






Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 3 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 550 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
individual 36″ hand poured squares stamped to look like slate - Personal Tips:
follow the youtube directions - Direct Colors Products Used:
EasyTint Silver Gray
Other Products Used:
rubber stamp and edge mold
Antique Look Garage Floor
We love how this DC customer gave their concrete garage floor some serious depth with some gray and black concrete stain colors. Once you’ve stained and you’ve got that antique look you want, don’t forget to seal it up nicely!

Refinished Sunroom Floor
What an amazing sunroom transformation! The concrete floor went from being stained and uneven in color to a modern industrial paradise. What a difference concrete dye makes on a sunroom floor!
Natural Stone Firepit Patio Upgrade










Project Info:
- Project Completed In: 5 day(s)
- Estimate of Square Footage: 600 sq. ft.
- Project Description:
My natural stone firepit needed an upgrade. After contacting several local contractors and receiving estimates averaging around 4,000. I decided to tackle this project on my own. Luckily, I found Direct Colors online. I appreciated the helpful tutorials, other customers tips/ experience and ideas along with Direct Colors knowledgeable and friendly staff. My firepit went from tired/ drab to a major focal point with the wow factor I wanted.
After cleaning and preparing the natural stones by using a stone cleaner/ degreaser, garden hose, and scrub brush. I allowed the firepit and stones to dry. I then hand painted each rock individually … 3 coats … drying into coats before applying the next. I finished with 3 coats of satin finish sealant. I am most pleased with the end result.
Personal Tips:
Have all materials and equipment necessary on hand prior to starting.
Take your time. If I can get professional results like this … anyone can!
Observe the weather forecast before beginning project. partly cloudy and no rain for the next 3 days … is a green flag to begin!
Paver Stain For The Win

