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Painting Concrete: How to Choose Colors and Apply Paint

Concrete paint is an easy option for adding color to interior or exterior concrete. Here’s what you need to know to get the best results.By Anne Balogh, ConcreteNetwork.com | Updated August 10, 2021

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Just about any surface can be transformed with a fresh coat of paint, and concrete is no exception. Depending on the application and the look you want to achieve, paint is a viable option for adding instant color to lackluster gray concrete.

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But is painting concrete a good idea? And if you do decide to paint, what are the best products to use? Read on to get answers to these and other common questions about painting concrete.

CAN YOU PAINT CONCRETE?

Almost any concrete surface that’s in sound condition can be painted. That includes interior floors and walls as well as exterior surfaces such as patios, sidewalks, and pool decks. Just make sure the surface is clean and free of existing coatings or sealers that could prevent the paint from adhering. (See these tips for preparing concrete surfaces.)

Because concrete paint is a surface coating and vulnerable to abrasion, it’s not the best choice for high-traffic areas such as concrete driveways. For these applications, an acid-based stain or dry-shake color hardener will offer better wear-resistance.