Use a brush for the entire area or at least for the edges and the inside corners.
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Before adding your color you need to use primer to ensure that the paint will stick.
How porous concrete is.
Primer dries in two hours.
After a few hours remove the painter s tape.
Apply a primer to the concrete to ensure strong adhesion of the paint.
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Let the paint dry for at least 24 hours before walking on it.
It ll soak up paint like a sponge so use masonry or concrete primer and paint.
Allow the primer to dry completely before painting.
Let dry enjoy.
Apply with a synthetic roller that has a 1 inch nap.
You may use a roller for the rest of the surface area.
Finally it s time to paint the steps in the color of your choice.
When you paint the floor you ll also want to paint the steps and railings.
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It s best to do two coats especially with lighter colors.
You ll also need to match any new colors you choose for the concrete floor.
Apply a coat of concrete or masonry primer to the steps.
Again follow the manufacturer s instructions to confirm the necessary application and drying time.
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Wait at least eight hours but no more than 30 days to paint.
Apply 1 layer of concrete paint primer with a paint roller.
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.
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Don t forget to cover all areas of the steps evenly.
The long fibers grab lots of primer and paint and they ll help speed up the job.