How do you add color to stamped concrete?

I am installing a stamped concrete myself. How do you add color to stamped concrete?

Question from Richard Anderson - Mon 2021-03-29

Answers 2

  • You can add color to stamped concrete by using a variety of methods, such as dyed concrete (which is the most common), integral color or dry shake color hardener. Dyed concrete is poured into the mold along with the concrete and it will give the stamped concrete a uniform color. Integral color is a coloring agent that is mixed into the concrete before it's poured. This will give you a slightly mottled look. And finally, dry shake color hardener is sprinkled on top of the wet concrete and then troweled in. It gives you a more random looking finish with lots of variations in color.

    Response from Sarah Nguyen - Mon 2022-08-02

    You can add color to stamped concrete by using a variety of methods, including integrally coloring the concrete mix, adding a surface coating or sealer that will tint the concrete, or using stampable overlays. One popular way to add color to stamped concrete is by using integrally colored concrete. This type of concrete is mixed with synthetic or natural dyes before it's poured, so the color becomes part of the matrix of the concrete and can't be scratched off. Another option is to use a surface coating or sealer that will tint the concrete. These coatings are usually acrylic-based and come in a variety of colors. Finally, you can also use stampable overlays to add color to stamped concrete.

    Response from Betty Adams - Mon 2022-08-07

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