How To Paint Bare Concrete
Want to add some colour to your house but painting the whole exterior feels like a bit too big of a job? We’ve got the perfect project for you. Painting the bare concrete around your home with the Dulux Concrete & Paving range is an easy and achievable way to improve your entryway, paths and pavers. All you need to do is clean, prime and seal your concrete with the steps below to give your concrete surfaces a new lease on life.
What you need:
Step 1:
Sweep or blow any loose debris from the concrete surface and then pressure wash.
Step 2:
Mask off any adjacent metal surfaces with masking film.
Step 3:
Mix 1 part Dulux Concrete & Paving Bare Concrete Etch & Clean with 4 parts water in a plastic watering can. Now it’s time to etch the concrete. Don’t skip this step, it’s what helps your paint adhere to the concrete. Apply the mixture evenly with the can. Scrub the concrete with a hard bristled broom and leave on the surface for 10-15min. Do not allow to dry out in this time.
Step 4:
Scrub with broom again before washing off with pressure cleaner. Allow to dry completely.
Step 5:
Tape around all remaining edges.
Step 6:
Stir Dulux Concrete & Paving Bare Concrete Primer thoroughly before cutting in with a brush and then rolling on your first coat. Allow to dry for 20min. Apply the second coat then allow to dry for 1 hour.
Step 7:
Stir Dulux Concrete & Paving Coloured Sealer Satin thoroughly before cutting in with a brush and then rolling on your first coat. Work in small sections, slightly overlapping the previous section to mimimise raised edges.
Step 8:
Allow to dry fully before applying a second coat.
With the Dulux Concrete & Paving range, painting the concrete around your home is a simple and achievable way to add some colour to your home’s exterior. Head to your local Inspirations Paint store for everything you need for your next project.