About 12 years ago I painted the exterior of my concrete block buildings
with HD Bear exterior latex paint. I did prime it with a primer for
concrete block first (I don't know the brand or name, it was recommended
by the guy at HD.)
I applied 1 coat of primer, and 2 coats of paint with a paint sprayer. It
still looks good today.
I would imagine that no matter what paint you go with, make sure you clean
AND PRIME the block first. That would be the most productive way to do
it.
Eric P
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Wayne <wmc_st at xxiii.com>
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[Shop-talk] Best paint for concrete block
Hi Guys,
My Dad bought a new house recently, with 2 car garage / shop / basement on
the lower level.
He wants to paint the concrete block walls for better lighting
(reflectivity) and aesthetics. One wall is below grade, but has no signs
of any moisture seepage in its 20 years, and the other is above (walk
out.)
What's the best kind of paint to use? I am NOT a fan of the "DryLok"
stuff, and moisture isn't an issue anyway. Is something like a plain
semi-gloss latex a good choice?
-Wayne
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