12 Stamped Concrete Patio Ideas We Love

Stamped Overlay

This patio from Houston Home Improvement Patio Covers features a stamped concrete overlay floor. According to the builder, “An overlay is a wise alternative to pouring new concrete. You can pour 1/4-inch overlays over existing concrete, which is an increasingly popular option. This allows customers to get a new look and feel for their existing concrete without the hassle of demolition and a whole new pour. ”

Flower Pattern

Stamped concrete patio patterns can range from rustic to ritzy, depending on the pattern you select. Anyone interested in creating their own pattern can use this technique to make a variety of patterns, such as the flower pattern shown here.

Wood Plank Stamped Concrete Patio

If you like the look of wood flooring, try a wood plank stamped concrete patio! North Carolina firm Outdoor Contracting creates this stamped and stained surface, so the patio looks like it’s made from well-preserved antique wood.

Gray Circular Pattern

The randomness and irregularities in this gray stamped concrete patio give the illusion of a surface that was hand-laid, stone by stone.

Ashlar slate is one material that you can mimic by this technique. It’s “the king of stamped concrete designs: timeless and elegant,” according to Wu.

Leaf Print

If you want a one-of-a-kind patio, you can imprint designs, such as the leaf design shown here, to create something no one else will have. You could add imprints in a few sections of your patio or along the edges. After you install the concrete patio yourself, or have it done by a contractor, take the leaves and other objects and go for it!

The European Fan

Installing pavers over a concrete patio can rejuvenate a slab. Otherwise, you may want to consider overlaying concrete and stamping it in a paver pattern to achieve the same look without having to set each individual paver. This pattern, called the European Fan, is elegant and classic.

Boulders and Stones

Try using a mix of sizes and shapes in your stamped concrete patio. This design looks like a mix of flat and rounded stones which makes it interesting and unique.

Puzzle Piece

This stamped concrete patio looks a bit like a jigsaw puzzle. Various sizes and shapes are placed together to make it appear like a bunch of puzzle pieces.

Colors and Textures

If you are looking for stamped concrete patio ideas, consider using a combination of colors and textures. In this patio, the builder stained gray concrete orange and blue to create a colorful border with varied textures.

Cobblestone Twist

Think a brick walkway or street with a bit of a twist. This design appears to have various sizes of bricks in the same color that are put together to create what looks like an historic cobblestone street.

“I’ve also had clients from beach towns beg for cobblestone patterns,” says Wu, so this is a popular choice.

All Square

There’s nothing boring about being square! This stamped concrete patio uses a design of several squares in the same color for a look that visually appealing to just about every design taste.

Mix of Sizes

Try using rectangles and squares in a mix of sizes to create an interesting patio design. This idea works for both large and small outdoor spaces.

FAQ

Does stamped concrete need to be sealed?

Yes. Sealing will preserve the coloration, which will gradually fade in the sun, and it will also prevent staining from leaves and other debris. Apply sealant every three to five years to keep the patio looking its best.

Is stamped concrete slippery?

By itself, concrete isn’t slippery, but it can become slippery after you seal it, especially when it rains. The most slippery patterns are those with low texture and lots of space between the stamp lines.

About the Expert

• Andy Wu has spent over two decades working with gardening and outdoor designing. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Andy founded Backyard Oasis with the mission to provide homeowners with one-stop shopping for outdoor products.

Sources

• HHI Patio Covers: Patio Cover in Cypress, TX (with Stamped Concrete Floor ); (2025)
• Outdoor Contracting: Wood plank stamped concrete patio; (2025)