Description
Pink concrete is a solid smooth block with a strong flat pink colour that builders use for clean modern builds pixel art and clear colour coding. Unlike wool or carpet concrete has a solid look and does not burn or wear which makes it ideal for outdoor signs large murals and modern interiors. Pink concrete gives a bold colour that stands out and reads well from a distance which makes it a favourite for large scale art projects and for marking important areas such as entrances and landing zones. This guide explains how to make pink concrete where to use it and practical tips for getting the best results when building with it. The concrete takes dye as a powder form during crafting which lets you plan colours using dye recipes and large scale batching. Because it is a sturdy block it holds up to weather and common gameplay events which makes it reliable for visible structures. For players looking to create clean bright builds pink concrete gives a modern look without texture noise which is perfect for signs and banners that need to be read at a glance. This page also covers transportation and storage of concrete powder before it is hydrated into concrete so you can plan big projects efficiently.
What is Pink Concrete?
Pink concrete is a solid building block with a flat smooth texture and a bright pink colour. It is made by converting concrete powder into solid concrete by exposing it to water. Once solid it becomes a robust block that is less flammable than wool and that gives a crisp modern appearance. Concrete is useful in large builds because it keeps a consistent colour and gives a finished look similar to painted plaster.
Where to find Pink Concrete
Pink concrete is normally made by players and is not found naturally in the wild. You may see pink concrete already placed in village builds player towns and custom maps where builders have used it for decoration. In survival you will craft concrete powder and then hydrate it with water to get the final solid block so you will not find raw solid concrete lying about in natural biomes.
How to get Pink Concrete
To get pink concrete gather sand gravel concrete powder and pink dye then craft concrete powder using the dye and a concrete powder recipe. Place the concrete powder next to water or drop it into water to hydrate it and it will turn into solid pink concrete. In creative mode pick the pink concrete directly from the building inventory. On multiplayer servers trade or buy pre made concrete if you prefer not to craft and hydrate your own.
Release Information
First introduced: Concrete blocks were added in a mid era update that expanded decoration and building options. Exact dates vary by edition and may need checking.
Give Command
/give @p minecraft:pink_concrete 1
How to use Pink Concrete
Use pink concrete for clean modern walls large murals and clear colour coded signage. Place it in large flat surfaces when you want a bold single colour without texture. Concrete is strong and does not burn easily so it is a stable choice for outdoor constructions and public art. Keep extra concrete powder handy during building so you can hydrate it as you place it to avoid moving large amounts after placing. Combine with glass and wood to break the flatness and to add texture contrast where needed.
Recipes for Pink Concrete
This item cannot be crafted.