How to paint a concrete floor - Step by step guide on how to paint concrete floors. 

That planning advice is incredibly important. I literally painted myself into a corner once inside a house. I COULD NOT BELIEVE IT!

Instead of checking out the background noise etc. I was focused on what I really wanted points on....floor painting. I liked the video. Thank you sir.

I know this video was made years ago but this is the best explanation I’ve found for this topic. He gets right to the point, gives succinct explanations and clear demos. No irrelevant fluff. Thank you!

I have watched tons of painting concrete videos & yours is the most informative & professional. It is definitely the best!

How you survived the pterodactyl attack is beyond me.

I think you're a real pro...well done Mate.

For a garage floor Epoxy would be better but there are some good high wear water based paints on the market. The main difference with Epoxy paint is that it is chemical resistant, it will handle chemical spills and that's why a lot of commercial businesses prefer it used on floors rather then water based paint.

You did so good at explaining this, I have looked for someone to just explain from point A to Z and finally I found your video. Thank you so much!!

Simple, to the point, easy to follow. Just what we needed. Thank you! :)

Thank you, you've given me the confidence to paint the closet floor instead of tiling it! Sue from the UK but painting in the Caribbean.

Thanks, it took awhile to edit, thought I had it done then removed over a minute, didn't want it to be long.

This guy is good. Really GOOD! Thank you for a really helpful and informative video. I will be able to attack my concrete painting jobs with confidence when summer roles around (no pun intended). It's a little cold in the middle of the South Island of New Zealand at the moment. I don't mind the birds in the background. They add an authentic touch to video. Not everything goes the way we want it in life!

I have no idea on painting concrete. Seemed like the most difficult thing to do. This video really helped and the presenter looking like Jason Statham really helped to keep me focused on the video.

Wow, it’s obvious you’ve painted a few things in the past!! Exceptional hand painting sir.

This guy does it all by the book...I would hire him in a heartbeat.

Very impressive video. Thank you! I love it when real professionals take the time to post how-to videos

Sounds like he's at Jurassic Park lol

This is hard work I have done my garage floor several times. It sure keeps your garage in top shape and it is easy to keep clean afterwards!!

The process of painting concrete floor step by step is amazing. It’s looking beautiful. Keep sharing such kind of work.

Very well explained! Now all I need is the time and the energy. 😊

I do prefer oil based or a two part epoxy for garage floors but I know of a busy shop floor that was painted using water based paint and it looks like its handling the wear & tear well. As long as the surface is prepared correctly water based paving paints seem to last but they won't stand up to chemical spills like epoxy or oil based paints will.

fantastic! walking away with some added knowledge, Thanks mate for taking the time to do this video :)

Lol, the house in this video is a farm house and what you can hear in the background are Cockatoos, I was going to add a shot with them in it along with the kangaroos and koalas that were around. It was a nice place to work.

Acid etching does help to clean the surface but the idea is for the acid to eat in to the concrete slightly and remove any loose material giving the paint a better surface to stick too. So for a painted surfaces you don't need to acid etch but make sure you clean and sand the surface before re painting.

Salute mate. Straight to the point and finely done. Appreciate it

Well most top coats will flatten off slightly when applied over a primer so you need two coats to get an even finish. Primer maybe cheaper but if you count the time it takes to open the can of primer, pour out the paint, wipe the paint away then wash out roller and brush then I would say it would be cheaper to use two coats of top coat.

Great Video! We paint concrete floors in the UK, acid etching isn't so popular here. Instead we use diamond grinding or vacu-blasting.

Really helpful video. I needed to see your prep work and then the sanding part. That will make our project as nice as yours. Thank you.

Wet area floors are fine to paint just make sure you use a non slip additive or buy a non slip paint. Most flooring paints I have used including two part polyurethanes don't need a primer but do check with manufactures standards as all brands do vary. Most brands I use just say to thin first coat so it soaks in better.

I was waiting to hear you scream "will you just shut up?"

Thanks so much for the speedy reply. I will head to the paint store and see what I can find now. Cheers, Fee :)

Old fields treys there the best can't find them now bought mine 5 years ago still going strong!!! Got bit of flex to get old paint out easy!

I thought pterodactyls were extinct! Haha! Just kidding bud. I'm glad you made this video - I've been struggling for an idea on how to finish my floor in my studio. You pretty much gave me what I'm looking for, thanks! I was looking in to a resin method, but it just seems a bit much, and wayyy too time consuming. I've spent enough time working on my studio, I'd like to have the rest of it done this year. When I've got it all done, I might put it up on youtube. I've done some rather interesting concepts in it so far, and I have the perfect flooring idea to go with the walls ;) Cheers!

If the surface is rough then you will need to use a longer nap roller and yes there were lots of birds in the background.

Are those raptors in the background? Lol

I say there chap, bloody good job!!!

Sounds exactly like Billy chopper Reid's mate.. well done man good job

Great video Thanks! I am doing this exact job in the next week or two and I just had a question regarding the acid wash step, the surface I am doing already has a worn down layer of paint on it so would I skip this step and sand lightly instead? The current colour is the pretty much the same as the new colour will be, just giving the front of house a facelift.

Use an oil based paving/flooring paint, most are quick dry and you can walk on them 2 -4 hrs later. Just make sure you use a non slip additive if needed.

Love the video. And your "Water Blaster", what we up here in America call Power Washer is really a better name! haha. Thanks!

Good demo. Did one area to maintain a wet edge. Smart.

That acid really looks like it's doing something. I like that.

Very good video! It helps in planning, what to do, and how to do it. Thanks a lot.

I always use latex interior paint...same as you would use one your wall...it last for years and years. I paint it a color, then sponge a different color with a sea sponge to give it a cool look and to hide all the imperfections in the concrete.

Good example. Need to do an area just about that size. Glad this one vid popped up first. On the other hand, are we just ignoring that it sounds like your painting a porch at Jurassic Park? 😅

I can't remember ever painting a stone floor but the same technique should work. I would try a small test patch with the acid just to make sure it doesn't take too much off.

1:32 attack of the BIRDS!!!!

Most flooring or paving paints I have used are self priming so there is no need for a primer or sealer. As for patterns, you could make or buy a stencil. When it comes to filling holes you can use an exterior filler for small holes or use a two part filler for larger ones.

Beautifully done! Thanks for the video!

Noisy little buggers aren't they.

Second video of yours I've watched. You're a master. I'm not worthy!

EXCELLENT VIDEO... Thank you for sharing this video...

hey mate, if im painting on a concrete surface with existing paint do I have to remove the existing paint? 56m2 of existing paint...

True thanks for the reply love the old fields trey yellow I love that one its more flex in the plastic trey,

Nice ideas, thanks for sharing. I will be looking forward to your next video until then please take care and God bless!

I have the same hose nozzle. I absolutely hate it 😂 No pressure at all. You should teach how to cut in precisely. It is an Art! Once I learned it saved me so much time. You are very skilled! No body ever sands! It makes it so smooth.💕 You give such great tips. I love the color. Would you recommend painting in a textured pinhole EVERYWHERE concrete? My front step porch is so old and ugly gray. Like 1977 Concrete😔 I need help! 😬 Side Note: Those birds sound so evil!! 😳 😂

Sounds like Jurassic Park 🦖 😱 Good video 👍 cheers

Thanks a lot buddy awesome video great quality and it really helps a lot the way to do those projects. keep it up

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If you will be driving over the floor all the time then you might be best using an two part epoxy paint. If it's use more so as a workshop then water based should be ok.

Those birds are just waiting to drop a LOAD on that new paint lmao

Excellent video by someone who knows his stuff! I am laying a slab for a new garage floor in a warm part of Australia. How long should I leave the new concrete to harden before painting... a month, 6 months, a year? I am not sure. And should I go for oil based or epoxy for greater "industrial" strength? The floor will need to survive cars, rolling chair wheels, spanners etc. Thanks for the video, too.

How long will the paint last? How many years? Will the paint discolor over time? All I want is a smooth white floor which is easy to clean and most important dust free. Should I go with white tiles or white paint? I cannot paint again and again every 3-5 years. I'm a busy man.

Very informative video, could you please edit the final result into the beginning of future videos

hi and I thank you for every thing im better then I was before philadelphia

I'm sure the birds will enjoy making a mess afterwards but thanks in explaining the procedure.

Nice video you give me some tips thanks good job done well true pro gonna do my garage floor now thanks

Thank you for a detailed video, much appreciated. How should I seal cracks on floor before painting.

That was a very imformative video! I am in the process of painting my garage floor. I have cleaned with TSP, acid etched, pressured washed and skim and repaired where necessary. The garage is 45 years old but the concrete is now in good paintable condition. I use the garage for storing an older car for periods of time, not constant traffic. Would you recommend latex or oil based paints? Thanks, Tom

This video was super helpful. Thank you

some videos say the first coat should be diluted with water but that didn't happen here and I don't know if it's really necessary or not.

It’s looks awesome

Thank you for your video! Please, ask me the question: what kind of acid I need to use for concrete? Isn't the acid killing the concrete floor? Which paint did you use? Thank you for answering 🙂

That's a nice broom there

I'm glad you liked it.

Thanks for the great info

It's like painting a wall, only it's a floor. I'm on it.

thanks for info read all the theory good to see it done by a professional

I wanna thank you so much for sharing your clips on painting. thank you so much. Can't the holes be filled with some cement? I think it gives a higher quality of finished job.

Would the acid damage any metal pipe underground, next to the concrete? Thank you for your time!

Good clear instructions!

Very informative. Thank you for posting.

thanks, beautiful job

Sounds easy and clear to me as a female. I'll try it .his accent was distracting though.

Looks so good

Great job !

Birds are talking amongst themselves as to who gets to crap on the floor first. 😁

There is some diabolical bird action going on here. Hmmmm.

Great video. I have a laundry that is proving a real pain for tiling. Do you think painting the concrete floor is a good idea? People say its not good to do this in the wash area? And I was also told I should use prima after I clean the concrete? (Before painting it) If I do go this way. Cheers :)

Awesome video

Looks amazing!

I'm considering to paint a concrete floor in my store. Could the floor become stained at all after painting? Also, there is a professional floor washing machine that will be used, could this ruin the paint or remove it? Do you believe that paint would be a good solution or something else to cover the concrete? Great video, thanks!

Question. What about the expansion joints? I am thinking of redoing my expansion joints. Should I caulk them before painting or after. Also, I have a few hairline cracks. I can fill them prior but will the paint cover them. Your work is incredible. Can you please tell me what color you are using as well. It looks nature and clean. Thank you for your help.

good work on the demo

I watched that entire video. I don't actually have anything that needs painting at present... Time to get a hobby, I fear.

Great knowledge thanks for sharing with us.

Very informative! Thanks!

Did you give the video the thumbs up too.

Was helpful..

Thank you for the information. I appreciate it.