The concrete floor must be completely dry before beginning this project.
Preparing concrete floor before painting.
Priming before you paint concrete floors helps ensure that your new look will stick.
Step 2 buff the concrete surface.
A floor buffer is a fast moving high powered machine.
Allow the cleaned surface to dry.
Doing the prep work before you repaint a concrete floor avoids a peeling paint job later.
Let the surface dry thoroughly before you begin to paint the concrete.
A great looking finish begins with the right start.
Exterior house paint can crack and peel on concrete.
Before you start remove any loose or peeling paint by sanding with medium grit sandpaper or wire brushing the surface.
Some of the materials used for this project require special masks and other equipment due to fumes.
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.
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As the tsp reacts with the concrete you are likely to notice a slight bubbling across the floor or surface.
Use a floor buffer for scuffing away the loosened spots of paint.
How to repaint concrete floors.
You can rent a floor buffer from a hardware supply store.
How to prepare an old concrete garage floor for paint.
Select a primer that s compatible with both concrete and the epoxy paint that you ll use as a finish coat.
Allow the floor.
Following the proper prep procedure will dramatically affect the look and longevity of your finished project.
Let the paint dry for 1 2 days before stepping on or placing anything on the concrete.
A moist surface isn t ideal for further cleaning or 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.
If your floor shows any signs of water seepage the source of the water must be eliminated before starting.