How Do You Paint Basement Concrete Walls

To paint your basement walls, you’ll need a concrete primer and some water-resistant paint. Before you do any painting, clean the walls with a damp cloth and remove any mildew stains with bleach and warm water. Then, apply one coat of primer followed by 2 coats of paint, letting the walls dry in between coats.

What kind of paint do you use on concrete basement walls?

Masonry paint (also called elastomeric paint or elastomeric wall coating) is a good choice for concrete painting because it contains binders that contract and expand with the concrete. Exterior house paint can crack and peel on concrete.

Is it a good idea to paint basement walls?

Remember, most foundation walls allow lots of moisture and humidity into your basement. … Many paints are not strong enough to hold back the hydrostatic pressure. Even if they are able to stop the hydrostatic pressure, paint is mold food.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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