Cinnabar Creations: A Customer Showcase

By Justin Richardson

Our innovative customers have embraced the vibrant touch of Cinnabar to revitalize and redefine their spaces. From patios to countertops, witness the versatility and charm of this beloved hue.

Reviving Memories with Cinnabar!

Our client beautifully rejuvenated their decade-old patio using our Cinnabar Antiquing™ Stain. The transformation is remarkable, proving that with the right products, old can become gold again.

Prepped patio area with faded stamped concrete, covered edges with masking tape and paper to protect from Cinnabar stain application — Before: Faded stamped concrete patio prepped with masking tape and paper to protect edges before the stain application

Patio floor with rich Cinnabar staining, sealed to perfection, showcasing enhanced color vibrancy. — Post-Staining Elegance: Cinnabar's rich hue breathing new life into the patio, sealed for longevity

Full view of the rejuvenated patio, gleaming in its complete Cinnabar stained glory — Patio Perfection: A breathtaking expanse showcasing the Cinnabar's transformative touch

Cinnabar Glow: From Neglected to Respected!

Our customer revived a 17-year-old patio with determination and our vibrant Cinnabar Portico™! A sleek Charcoal Portico™ border adds a touch of class. See this remarkable journey from faded to fabulous!

Neglected patio pavers covered with weeds, moss, and old sand — The starting point: A 17-year-old patio longing for a refresh!

Patio pavers looking refreshed post-power wash, free of moss and dirt — A clean slate: Pavers power-washed and prepped for transformation

Pavers with grey polymeric sand filled into the joints and a sealed finish — Final touches: Sand-filled joints and a glossy finish seal the deal!

Close-up view of the patio pavers showcasing the rich texture and color of Cinnabar tint and grey polymeric sand. — Up close and personal: Witness the intricate details and vibrant colors of the revamped patio.

Project Info:

Project Completed In: 3 day(s)
Estimate of Square Footage: 200 sq. ft.
Project Description: This I’m my backyard patio. It is approximately 17 years old and was very neglected by the previous owner and myself. I power washed it a few times and never installed the polymeric sand correctly or sealed it so it never looked good for long. This year I was committed to getting this thing in shape. First I turboed the joints clean, clearing out weeds, old sand and moss. Then I applied an algaecide and detergent to clean the pavers, followed up with a surface cleaner to pressure was the tops of the pavers. Rinsed the area to make sure it was 100% clean, then I let it dry for a day. When it was totally dry, I brushed the charcoal dye onto the perimeter of the pavers to create a boarder. When that was dry, I sprayed 2 full gallons of the cinnamon red onto the rest of the pavers to get a deep rich result. I let that dry overnight and then started sweeping grey polymeric sand into the joints. Once it was perfect I sprayed water onto the area making sure not to flood the joints. Just enough to get it wet. I repeated the water application at least 6 times to make sure the water had absorbed to the bottom of the joint. I got a metal pie and dug up some joints to see how far the water got. Once the sand was completely wet all the way to the bottom I let it dry for an hour. I finished by spraying two coats of high gloss wet look sealer and let it cure for 24 hours. The results are incredible and wasn’t that hard to do. The key is preparation and patience. The first picture is what the pavers looked like before cleaning. The second is after they were cleaned and dried. The third is after they were dyed and the fourth is after the sand was installed and sealed.

Direct Colors Products Used:
Portico™ Trial Kit (Terracotta, Pumpkin & Russet)
1 Gal. Charcoal DIY Antiquing™
2 x 1 Gal. Cinnabar Antiquing™
Other Products Used:Technical next gel urban Grey polymeric sand and Everseal Wetlook sealer

Step Up with Cinnabar: A Walkway Revival!

A stamped concrete walkway transformed with Cinnabar Antiquing™ stain and sealed with EasySeal™ gloss. Simple yet striking.

Front walkway and entrance floor beautifully stained with rich Cinnabar leading to the front door — Entrance Transformation: A welcoming Cinnabar-stained path to the front door

Side pathway enhanced with the deep, warm tones of Cinnabar stain — Side Stroll in Style: Cinnabar brings out the beauty in every step

Neighborhood Revival: Bringing Pavers Back to Life!

Our customer’s neighborhood had a 33-year-old entrance with pavers that once shone in brick color. With time, these faded and cracked. But, a dedicated group of DIY neighbors chose our Cinnabar stain to breathe life back into this entrance.

Faded and cracked entrance pavers before restoration — Time-worn: Our neighborhood's entrance pavers showing 33 years of wear and tear

Revitalized entrance pavers with a vibrant Cinnabar Portico stain — Restored Radiance: Our entrance transformed with two coats of Cinnabar stain and a protective seal, showcasing the beauty of a neighborhood reborn

Poolside Revival: Cinnabar & Sunset Tan Magic!

Our DIYer rejuvenated a spalled, mismatched pool deck with Cinnabar and Sunset Tan EasyTint™. Through rain delays and old stain challenges, they achieved a stunning, non-slip finish.

Faded and weathered pool deck concrete prior to renovation

Refreshed pool deck with vibrant Cinnabar and Sunset Tan EasyTint™

Project Info:

Project Completed In: 8 day(s)
Estimate of Square Footage: 2000 sq. ft.
Project Description: My pool deck had some spalling because I had not sealed it for years. The original concrete was tinted which was different in the coping area from the rest of the deck area. That was also tinted. About 7 years ago I applied a concrete stain. Some of that stain lingered but I heavily power washed the entire deck. I used cinnabar easytint for the coping, and sunset tan easytint sealer for the rest. I applied 2 coats of the color and 2 coats of sealer. The reason for a second coat of sealer is even after sealing it with the grit from Direct Colors, it was still very slippery. I bought some grit from my local hardware store and used that in the second sealer coating and it came very non slippery. Overall it came out looking a lot better and repels the water. This job took awhile because of the rainy weather and trying to find a stretch of sunny days.

Direct Colors Products Used:
EasyTint™ Satin Trial Kit (Sunset Tan, Khaki & Crimson)
EasyTint™ Satin Trial Kit (Pumpkin, Terracotta & Russet)
EasyTint™ Satin Trial Kit (Cinnabar, Plum & Auburn)
Antiquing™ Trial Kit (Sunset Tan, Khaki & Crimson)
2 x 5 Gal. Sunset Tan EasyTint™ Satin
2 x 1 Gal. Cinnabar EasyTint™ Satin
2 x 16 Oz. OxiGrip™ Non-Slip Sealer Additive
2 x 5 Gal. EasySeal™ Satin Kit