How to prepare an old concrete garage floor for paint.
Preparing concrete floor before painting.
Masonry paint also called elastomeric paint or elastomeric wall coating is a good choice for concrete painting because it contains binders that contract and expand with the concrete.
Following the proper prep procedure will dramatically affect the look and longevity of your finished project.
Before you start remove any loose or peeling paint by sanding with medium grit sandpaper or wire brushing the surface.
A moist surface isn t ideal for further cleaning or painting.
Use a floor buffer for scuffing away the loosened spots of paint.
The concrete floor must be completely dry before beginning this project.
Step 2 buff the concrete surface.
A floor buffer is a fast moving high powered machine.
Let the surface dry thoroughly before you begin to paint the concrete.
Masonry paint 20 per gallon can be tinted and is much thicker than exterior paint.
As the tsp reacts with the concrete you are likely to notice a slight bubbling across the floor or surface.
Select a primer that s compatible with both concrete and the epoxy paint that you ll use as a finish coat.
Priming before you paint concrete floors helps ensure that your new look will stick.
Please read all product labels carefully.
Concrete paint can be purchased in either latex or oil based epoxy enamel.
Allow the floor.
Doing the prep work before you repaint a concrete floor avoids a peeling paint job later.
Dry the final coat of paint for at least 24 hours before moving items onto or near the newly painted concrete to ensure a smooth professional appearance.
A great looking finish begins with the right start.
Exterior house paint can crack and peel on concrete.
Let the paint dry for 1 2 days before stepping on or placing anything on the concrete.
You can brighten up your old garage floor with a paint job that will stand up to the wear and tear of garage use including car tire traffic.
Some of the materials used for this project require special masks and other equipment due to fumes.
How to repaint concrete floors.