How Do You Paint Concrete To Look Like Marble?
Concrete floors can look boring, but if you paint them to look like marble, they can be livened up. Once the floor is painted, it requires little maintenance, only sweeping and mopping. Cleaning up spills is a cinch with paper towels or a soft cloth. Sweep the concrete floor thoroughly to remove all dirt and debris. Using a paint roller, paint the floor with a concrete primer. Ensure that the floor is covered thoroughly and evenly. Allow the primer to dry according to the manufacturer’s directions, which can vary from brand to brand. Paint your floor with the base color of your choice. Use the paint roller for the base coat as the entire floor will need to be covered. Allow the base coat to dry per the manufacturer’s specifications. Kneel on the floor with your base coat and a corresponding color nearby. Apply each color on the floor with paintbrushes, in unequal amounts, mixing the colors until they are blended but still show noticeable blotches and streaks. Use the natural sponge to