To paint an outdoor concrete patio start by repairing any cracks or crevices in the surface and cleaning it thoroughly.
How to paint outdoor concrete floors.
Painting is by far the best way to update a space and painting over concrete has large impact.
If the surface of your floor is cracked or rough mix concrete patch compound following package directions.
5 roll on the finish paint.
Use a clean 2 1 2 inch sash brush to cut in the finish paint around the perimeter of the room.
Again follow the manufacturer s instructions to confirm the necessary application and drying time.
6 let the paint dry overnight before walking on it.
Before adding your color you need to use primer to ensure that the paint will stick.
Use patching compound to fill any holes scratches or gouges in the concrete surface.
Apply 1 layer of concrete paint primer with a paint roller.
Priming before you paint concrete floors helps ensure that your new look will stick.
Apply a primer to the concrete to ensure strong adhesion of the paint.
Fill any cracks or holes in the concrete floor with compound using trowel to push it into any depressions.
If your floor surface is smooth skip to the next step.
Starting in the corner farthest from the door roll on the finish paint using a roller with an extension pole.
Clean the concrete thoroughly with trisodium phosphate tsp and warm water then let dry.