Let the paint dry for at least 24 hours before walking on it.
Painted concrete steps ideas.
When you paint the floor you ll also want to paint the steps and railings.
It ll soak up paint like a sponge so use masonry or concrete primer and paint.
Otherwise you ll have a new looking floor with dull railings that don t look right.
Don t forget to cover all areas of the steps evenly.
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Apply with a synthetic roller that has a 1 inch nap.
Apply a coat of concrete or masonry primer to the steps.
How porous concrete is.
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Again follow the manufacturer s instructions to confirm the necessary application and drying time.
Primer dries in two hours.
You ll also need to match any new colors you choose for the concrete floor.
Allow the primer to dry completely before painting.
Wait at least eight hours but no more than 30 days to paint.
Finally it s time to paint the steps in the color of your choice.
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After a few hours remove the painter s tape.
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.
Exterior house paint can crack and peel on concrete.
The long fibers grab lots of primer and paint and they ll help speed up the job.
It s best to do two coats especially with lighter colors.
Use a brush for the entire area or at least for the edges and the inside corners.
Working in the same strokes evenly paint each step.
You may use a roller for the rest of the surface area.
Apply a primer to the concrete to ensure strong adhesion of the paint.
Let dry enjoy.
Apply 1 layer of concrete paint primer with a paint roller.