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Semi gloss concrete floor.
For concrete walls within weight rooms work rooms and kids play rooms choose a semi gloss latex paint that will resist stains.
New concrete is so much easier to stain than old concrete.
If you plan to paint exterior concrete walls and fences use an exterior acrylic paint that will hold up to ultraviolet light and harsh weather conditions.
A high gloss finish will emphasize how uneven the floor is color and effects a decorative concrete contractor may note that the differences between gloss and matte present some design possibilities.
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Even with polished concrete floors which generally don t need a sealer the gloss level can vary from moderate to high.
We had a huge paint spill on our floor to deal with.
Moisture will prevent the primer and paint from adhering properly.
All concrete is different.
Since we only used a thin concrete resurfacing product it cured in 24 hours.
Cover paint spills or ugly concrete.
Whether you have concrete stained floors or another type of floor that can be waxed the gloss level can be easily changed to meet aesthetic preferences.
Wait until your concrete floors are dry before you prime.
Chemicals can make the concrete stain not react correctly so they weren t an option for removing the paint.
Others such as high gloss acrylics and epoxies will make floors as shiny as polished marble or granite.
Choosing between a high gloss semi gloss satin or matte finish may seem like a difficult decision.
And i didn t.
Take some precautions with regard to safety.
Acid stained concrete precautions.
Diy stained concrete floor.
This process would be a difficult diy project but here s how you simplify.
The full tutorial for resurfacing a floor is here.
When he can florianovich likes to mix gloss and matte finishes to create a visual effect.
Full concrete slabs take about 6 weeks to fully cure.
Your high gloss floor may be slippery particularly if it becomes wet.