How Do You Paint A Basement Floor?
Even the most inexperienced do-it-yourselfers know the basics of applying a coat of paint to a wall. Sure, there may be a few drips or runs, but, for the most part, anyone can do a relatively adequate job of painting most surfaces. However, when it comes to painting horizontal concrete surfaces, the usual rules do not apply. If you’re planning to attempt to paint a basement floor, there are a few things you need to know before you get started or you’re likely to end up with disappointing results. Prepare the concrete surface for the paint. Do not skip this vital step as paint will not adhere to a horizontal concrete surface unless that surface is properly prepared. If you don’t perform the proper preparation techniques, the paint will peel and chip within months. Clean the concrete surface thoroughly and use a muriatic acid etching kit to etch the concrete surface to promote adhesion. Refer to the instructions included in your muriatic acid etching kit if you are unsure how to etch con
