2026 Concrete Colors for Patios

Here are Trending 2026 Concrete Colors Outdoor Living Spaces

Is your concrete patio or outdoor living space looking a little 'rough'? Over the decades, older concrete can show spalling, surface cracks, pitting, and more. If you are the type of homeowner that likes to keep up with the latest style trends for outdoor spaces, we thought you may want to know the two style directions that are most common and what concrete colors are being selected for each style. Group #1 is geared towards homeowners who want their concrete patio or pool deck to harmonize and blend in with nature and their landscaping. Group #2 homeowners are more interested in making a clean, modern design statement.

#1 - Earthy Patio Concrete Color Trends

These concrete colors that are centered around nature—the EARTHY group. These colors listed may be trending in 2026, but several of them have long been favored by homeowners. These colors are warm, earthy, and are designed to harmonize with nature and your landscaping, rather than making a dynamic style statement. Homeowners who are selecting these concrete colors are aiming to create a cozy, inviting atmosphere.

Beige, Gold, Green Colors

• Soft, warm, beiges

• Taupes and tans

• Sandy colors

• Buff and gold colors

• Muted greens

  

  
  

Red and Russet Colors

• Terracotta

• Mahogany reds

• Brick red

• Russet

Warm and Neutral Grays

• Neutral grays

• Warm grays

• Gray-beiges

#2 - Dark Modern Concrete Color Trends

If your design style leans towards modern and cool colors, color trends are leaning towards deep, dark shades of concrete like charcoal, slate, and deep dark brown. These colors provide a sleek and contemporary look. If this resonates with you, explore the trending concrete colors and design statements for 2026.

• Dark browns

• Slate colors

• Charcoal

Two-Color Design Blends – Antiquing for Stamped Concrete

In 2026, the majority of homeowners opting to have their stamped concrete patios created with a two-tone color effect. Typically, this involves starting with a light to medium integral base color, paired with a darker antiquing color that is applied to the surface once the base coat is dry. This accent color (antiquing) technique adds depth and highlights the intricate details of whatever concrete stamp you've selected. When using a stone or slate concrete stamp pattern, incorporating a darker accent color enhances the stone's realistic look. 

Having Trouble Deciding on a Concrete Color?

A good way to decide a concrete color for your resurfaced patio is:

• Take your personal taste into consideration

• Decide on the desired look and feel of your overall patio design—do you want relaxed atmosphere, a sophisticated modern look, etc.)

• Take into consideration how the resurfaced concrete color will blend with your home’s color statement.

Ultimately, when designing your patio or other outdoor living space, you must be happy with your choice of concrete color no matter what trends are in style. Afterall, your concrete patio will be around for many years to come.

We Can Help

At CONCRETE DOC, a division of Gruttadaurio Masonry, we provide a wide array of stamped concrete patterns, colors, and finishes, allowing you to create a personalized design statement. If you're having trouble deciding on our 'earthy group' of concrete colors, or our 'bold, dark, and modern' concrete colors, the patio designers at CONCRETE DOC can help you create the patio that brings your unique vision to life. Call us at 315-310-7193 to schedule an appointment for a free concrete analysis and estimate.