Kilz one part epoxy acrylic concrete paint best concrete paint for outdoors this is a heavy duty epoxy solution that utterly seals off your indoor and outdoor concrete surfaces from anything and everything that might stain or damage it.
Painting outdoor concrete block wall.
There are two basic types of finish on concrete block smooth and split face.
Use patching compound to fill any holes scratches or gouges in the concrete surface.
Previously painted most of the prep work involves removing all loose or peeling paint and fully evaluating the condition of the block.
Like the first coat you ll want this to be as even as possible.
Multiple coats are necessary.
Stucco masonry and concrete concrete block and brick as well as adjacent wood and metal.
Ideal for use on properly prepared interior exterior vertical surfaces such as.
Paint should be applied in at least 3 thin layers.
Work in a horizontal back and forth pattern.
Using a paint roller apply the sealant across the concrete floor.
For hard to reach or tight places you can use a brush but your brush strokes may be visible on smooth cinder blocks.
Step 1 clean the wall.
Allow sealant to dry between coats.
If you properly paint a concrete block wall it will last for years with little upkeep.
Allow to dry for 24 hours.
Repeat the same method above to paint the concrete floor.
When the coated surface begins to look worn over time clean it with a heavy duty cleaner.
Regardless of the finish and whether the concrete has already been painted the cleaning procedure is very similar.
Here are 5 basic steps to help you do the job successfully.
Spread a drop cloth on the ground in front of the cinder block wall.
To top it off in true epoxy fashion this paint will last years under the roughest conditions.
Mild pressure 1500 2000 psi is all that is needed.
Tape off the ground or other surfaces surrounding the block wall along the base and edges of the wall so paint doesn t drip onto.
The paint may be sprayed on rolled on or painted on with a brush.
The interior exterior self priming alkali and mildew resistant finish also provides excellent adhesion coverage and water repellency and color retention.
The pressure washer can remove most if not all of the loose paint.
Work slowly taking a little bit of paint on the roller at a time and applying in long smooth strokes.
Using a paint brush apply sealant to the floor edges.
The paint should not be streaky or show brush strokes.