How to submit a winning DIY contest entry
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Every Month, we give you an opportunity to showcase your creativity and hard work. Participate by submitting 'BEFORE', 'DURING' and 'AFTER' videos and/or photos of your concrete projects made using Direct Colors materials. Each qualified submission (free from writting and watermarks) earns you $50 DC gift card. Plus, adding personal tips gives your entry an extra edge. So grab you smarphone, let your creativity flow,and stand a chance to win $250 cash along with DC gift cards!
Looking to boost your chances?
Watch our "How to Submit a Project" video and check out our infographic to learn the secrets of crafting a standout entry. Make your project shine and get closer to that $250 prize!
DIY Contest Monthly Winners
"The stain will be much richer after sealing and if sanding is necessary..." Aug '23 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Lindsy Rose
"When we discovered Direct Colors, we were so excited to see the number of choices and looks we could achieve with a small budget." Jun '23 Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Madison Schlager
"Be patient, it is worth doing it right and letting the product ..." May '23 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Trent B.
"Only challenge we experienced was with the ... Watch Video!" Apr '23 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Greg Newsome
"Vibrance Dye was the perfect solution for enhancing the beauty of the raw floor while maintaining the integrity of the material" Mar '23 Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Joseph Ewing
"I needed to come up with a nice floor for my retail shop that fit into a small budget ..." Feb '23 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Nicole T.
"We went from drab and sad to gorgeous and eye catching. The photos speak for themselves! The entire neighborhood is impressed" - Jan '23 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Brock Sullivan
"I originally was drawn to the acid wash floors but chose ColorWave for the convenience but applied it somewhat like an acid wash with the wet on wet multiple colors." Dec' 22 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Melissa Lonergan
“Watch the video tutorials, they are a huge help! Be patient on your steps to get the best results.” Nov '22 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Dara Starr
"Be creative and have fun with it, don't stress too much as mistakes can be fixed." Oct '22 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Gray Gordon
"After getting a ridiculously high quote, we were encouraged by the team at Direct Colors that we could tackle this on our own, and they were right!" Aug '22 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Melissa H.
"I incorporated the concrete flaws into my design. In the end, I was very pleased with the results. If this 65-year-old lady can do it, anyone can!" Jul '22 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Francie T.
"Antiquing stain on a broom finish concrete covered patio on my new construction farmhouse..." Jun '22 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Matt C.
"I started with my front porch and then ended with my back porch... "May '22 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Harold M.
"This was our first DIY project and all I have to say is be ready for your prep work!” Apr '22 DIY Contest Winners
$250 Cash Winner - Christopher A.
"I definitely recommend using the spiked shoes to prevent leaving footprints or tracking the stain where it is not wanted." Oct '21 DIY Contest Winner
$250 Cash Winner - Ted Ruler
Enter our monthly contest now for your chance to win $250 cash and DC gift cards. Just submit BEFORE, DURING and AFTER videos and/or photos of your project - there's no limit to how many you submit. As long as you submit qualified project videos and/or images (without writing and watermarks on them), you'll get a $50 DC gift card! Personal tips are a plus. All you need is a concrete project, some Direct Colors materials, and a smartphone!
