Shop Concrete Stains: Acid, Water-Based & Acetone-Based
Shop premium concrete stains from Concrete Resurrection. Discover professional-grade acid stains and concrete coloring solutions for rich, durable color on floors, patios, driveways, countertops, and more.
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Staring down a blank concrete slab and typing “best concrete stain” can feel overwhelming fast. Acid stain, water-based stain, and acetone stain are three completely different products, and it's easy to find yourself comparing all three before you've even picked a color. The good news is that each system is built for a specific kind of result, so narrowing it down is easier than it looks once you know what each one actually does.
About Our Concrete Stains
Concrete stain isn't paint. Instead of sitting on top of the surface, it either chemically reacts with the slab or penetrates into it, which is why the color looks like it belongs to the concrete rather than something painted over it. We carry three signature systems, each built around a different chemistry and a different finished look.
RAC (Reactive Acid Chemical Stain) reacts directly with the minerals already in cured concrete, producing earthy, mottled color that develops naturally and differently on every single slab. WRC (Water Reducible Concentrate) is a water-based, pigmented stain that gives you far more predictable control. You can dilute it, layer it, blend colors, and build the exact shade you're after. TSC (Ten Second Color) is an acetone-based dye that delivers that same translucent, acid-stain-like character but dries in seconds instead of taking hours to react, making it a favorite for decorative layering and faster timelines.
All three are rated for interior and exterior concrete, including floors, patios, pool decks, walkways, and driveways, as long as the surface is properly prepped first.
Benefits of Our Concrete Stains
Staining concrete the right way gives you a few advantages that paint and plain gray concrete simply can't match.
Penetrating Color: The color settles into and bonds within the concrete’s pores rather than forming a surface film. RAC reacts with the minerals in the concrete to physically change the color.
A Wide Range of Looks: Choose anything from subtle, natural variation to bold saturated color, with dilution giving you control over the intensity.
A Budget-Friendly Upgrade: Stained concrete costs a fraction of ripping out and replacing a slab with tile, pavers, or stone, while still delivering a high-end finished look.
Professional-Grade Performance: These are the same formulas used by decorative concrete contractors, so they perform just as well for a first-time DIYer as they do on a busy job site.
Why Choose Concrete Resurrection?
We grew directly out of Engrave-A-Crete, a company that's been in the decorative concrete world for more than 20 years. That background shows up everywhere on our site, not just in the products themselves.
Decades of Experience: More than 20 years of hands-on decorative concrete knowledge stands behind every product we sell.
Real Educational Support: Technical Data Sheets, color charts, sample packs, and project calculators help you plan with confidence instead of guessing.
Fast, Free Shipping: Most orders ship the same day, with free ground shipping included on orders over $75.
Service From People Who Know Concrete: Our customer service line is a real phone number answered by people who understand the products, not a script.
A Proven Track Record: We hold a 4.83-star average across 100+ reviews.
To learn more about our Concrete Stains, feel free to contact us today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which concrete stain is easiest for a first-time DIYer?
WRC is usually the most approachable option. It's water-based, comes in a wide color selection, and because you control the dilution, you can build color gradually with thin coats instead of committing to one heavy application.
Can concrete stain cover up cracks or old discoloration?
No. All three stains are translucent, not opaque. Repairs, patches, and existing discoloration can remain visible and may even become part of the finished character, especially with RAC.
Do I have to seal my concrete after staining it?
Yes. WRC, RAC and TSC all require a compatible topical sealer to protect the color and finish the look, using an exterior-rated sealer outside and an interior-rated sealer inside.
Can these stains be used outside as well as inside?
Yes. All three systems work on properly prepared interior and exterior concrete, as long as you finish the project with the right sealer for the location.
How do I choose between acid, water-based, and acetone stain?
It comes down to the look you want and how much control you need. Choose RAC for natural, one-of-a-kind variation, WRC for predictable color you can build and blend, or TSC when you want fast, layered, decorative color.