Boost Your Curb Appeal with a Stained Concrete Driveway in Austin

Learn how SUNDEK of Austin can stain your concrete driveway, providing a surface that’s both long lasting and beautiful.
Posted by admin on September 30, 2025 in Blog

SUNDEK of Austin used a combination of staining and stamping (in a European Fan style) to create this beautiful driveway.

A stained concrete driveway enhances the appearance of any home or business and also delivers a strong, long-lasting surface. Stained finishes bring vibrant color depth and distinctive patterns that highlight a property’s design more than plain gray concrete. With its versatility, stained concrete can achieve anything from natural, understated tones to striking, eye-catching hues.

Why Use Stained Concrete for a Driveway?

Stained concrete provides a straightforward solution for homeowners or property owners who want to add color to their concrete driveways at a reasonable cost. When you work with an experienced, reputable contractor such as SUNDEK of Austin who uses quality coloring products, you get stunning colors on your decorative surface that look great for years after application.

Stained Concrete Design Options

With stains, you can choose from a variety of colors such as earthy browns, warm reds, cool grays, and more. If you have a specific color in mind, SUNDEK of Austin can even blend colors together to create a custom color. We can even mimic the look of natural stone or other materials of your choice.

Driveway in Marble Falls, TX, stained by SUNDEK of Austin.

Combining Staining with Stamping or Other Techniques

Staining doesn’t have to stand alone. At SUNDEK of Austin, we can also stamp, score, and create a texture on your surface to create the look you want.

In fact, when we combine stamped concrete with staining, we can mimic materials such as brick, cobblestone, slate, wood, and more. This allows us to provide our customers with an elegant look at a fraction of the cost of using the real material.

Staining an Existing Driveway

One of the biggest benefits of concrete staining is that it can be done on an existing driveway. If your driveway is still in good condition but looks worn or dated, staining can refresh and transform its look. Prior to applying the stain, SUNDEK of Autin carefully cleans and preps the surface to guarantee proper adhesion.

Note: If your driveway has cracks, spalling, or other damage, resurfacing your driveway might be a better option than staining.

Types of Stain

SUNDEK of Austin offers different types of stains, and the one that’s best for you depends on your needs.

• Acid stain: SunAcid creates a translucent look by reacting with the minerals and salts in concrete.
• Water-based stain: SunH2O can be layered and combined with a variety of colors to create a customized look that you can’t get with acid stains.
• Dye: SunDye, a fast-drying liquid concrete dye, allows us to create vibrant colors.

Still not sure which product is best for your project? Contact us!

For this residential driveway in Georgetown, TX, SUNDEK of Austin used two colors to stain the surface and added scorelines for interest.

Maintaining Stained Concrete

Caring for a stained concrete driveway is straightforward. Sweep away debris regularly to avoid discoloration from dirt, leaves, or other buildup, and occasionally wash the surface with a gentle cleaner to tackle tougher spots. Learn more about maintenance.

To keep the color looking fresh and protect the surface from damage, it’s important to apply a premium sealer. Reapplying sealer every few years will help maintain both durability and vibrancy. Learn more about sealers.

Other Options for Upgrading Concrete Driveways

If you know you want to enhance the look of your driveway but aren’t sure if staining is right for you, resurfacing is another option. Learn more about driveway resurfacing.

Contractors Near Me Who Stain Concrete

If you’re looking for a contractor to stain your concrete driveway, we can help.

SUNDEK of Austin works in all the major cities in the area including Austin, Bastrop, Cedar Park, Dripping Springs, Georgetown, Lakeway, Marble Falls, Pflugerville, Round Rock, San Marcos, Spicewood, and the surrounding areas.

Call us: (512) 928-8000

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