I need to wait for the concrete putty to dry on the floor. I've already etched/degreased the floor. I'm planning on painting the floor with 2-part epoxy. I wanted to paint the walls with latex paint while I wait. Will this ruin the floor with me walking on it with socks? I want to get it down before the weather gets too cold for open windows. thanksCan I paint my walls before the basement floor (epoxy paint)?
Yes,,,just walk gently on it. Put painters cloth down first so the cement can breath.
Plastic drop cloths may stick to the concert putty.
I have had so much fun working with concrete floors it is endless what you can do to them and the effects you can get.
One floor that I did after giving it my own mixture of color is after it was totally dry I took a neat lettered stencil and used it in special places on the floor.
I put these in discrete places to add an artful experience to the floor.
I stenciled ';Joy'; at the beginning of the stairway going up to the bedrooms.
Life is Grand
Peace on Earth
You can write what ever your feelings are.
It turned out really great.
Have a blast!
What a fun project!
PeaceCan I paint my walls before the basement floor (epoxy paint)?
lay thick plastic down on the floor first
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Is epoxy paint safe for painting kitchen counters?
I'd like to paint my laminate kitchen counters. Anyone tried to do this? Results?Is epoxy paint safe for painting kitchen counters?
Extremely tricky to do this. Not necessarily recommended. You really need to find a food safe epoxy/paint. Just using products that you can find at a paint store will not work and hold up well at all. There are a few products our there on the market for this (hard to find, need to call your local kitchen refinishing or specialty paint store). The products meant for this are extremely expensive and it will be much cheaper to simply replace the laminate counters yourself. We replaced our countertops with the prefab ones at home depot or lowes (can't remember) and they were very inexpensive and have worked awesome. Also, it's a ton easier than you would think to replace your countertops. Good luck.
Any other questions please feel free to visit my site for DIY painters. http://thepaintprofessional.com/
where I have loads of helpful information and articles and answer any specific questions you might have.Is epoxy paint safe for painting kitchen counters?
Yes. There are epoxy that are great for counter top. But they are not as strong as you think but stronger than regular paint. Rustoleum,insulux,and other makes a product dedicated for counter tops. The problem is if you make a epoxy to strong it will crack when the counter top flexes or expand and contracts with humidity(all wood does this). The good thing is when you paint the counter tops it gives the kitchen a whole new look that is relativly cheap. Do not place hot items right off the stove onto this surface.
100% solids epoxy is food safe, but isn't great for kitchen counters because epoxies aren't very heat resistant. Use an electric skillet or set a hot pan on the epoxy and it'll be damaged. There are certain coatings suitable for countertops but they are expensive and not worth it IMO.military loans
Extremely tricky to do this. Not necessarily recommended. You really need to find a food safe epoxy/paint. Just using products that you can find at a paint store will not work and hold up well at all. There are a few products our there on the market for this (hard to find, need to call your local kitchen refinishing or specialty paint store). The products meant for this are extremely expensive and it will be much cheaper to simply replace the laminate counters yourself. We replaced our countertops with the prefab ones at home depot or lowes (can't remember) and they were very inexpensive and have worked awesome. Also, it's a ton easier than you would think to replace your countertops. Good luck.
Any other questions please feel free to visit my site for DIY painters. http://thepaintprofessional.com/
where I have loads of helpful information and articles and answer any specific questions you might have.Is epoxy paint safe for painting kitchen counters?
Yes. There are epoxy that are great for counter top. But they are not as strong as you think but stronger than regular paint. Rustoleum,insulux,and other makes a product dedicated for counter tops. The problem is if you make a epoxy to strong it will crack when the counter top flexes or expand and contracts with humidity(all wood does this). The good thing is when you paint the counter tops it gives the kitchen a whole new look that is relativly cheap. Do not place hot items right off the stove onto this surface.
100% solids epoxy is food safe, but isn't great for kitchen counters because epoxies aren't very heat resistant. Use an electric skillet or set a hot pan on the epoxy and it'll be damaged. There are certain coatings suitable for countertops but they are expensive and not worth it IMO.
I have a wood subfloor shop. I would like to finish the shop floor. Any recom? Can a person use epoxy paint
I would like a cheap way to finish the floor. I am looking at rubber mats, epoxy finish, wood floor. How do you finish it?I have a wood subfloor shop. I would like to finish the shop floor. Any recom? Can a person use epoxy paint
If you want to paint the floor, get a good outdoor deck paint. This will stand up to wear nicely. Also you could try a rubberized floor like they have at the gym. This would pad the floor, making it more comfortable to stand and would also help to dampen any power tool noise you might make.
If this is your workshop, I would stay away from any kind of carpet. You'll get pretty sick of vacuuming dust and scrubbing grease out of carpet.I have a wood subfloor shop. I would like to finish the shop floor. Any recom? Can a person use epoxy paint
I would paint it with wood paint or use cork flooring. This will also muffle the sound of powertools.
I probably wouldn't try epoxy paint. You can get wood paints, but with traffic the paints will chip and look horrible. Depending on your budget, you can get cheap laminate tiles (stick on). This should be durable enough for traffic. Also, a funky suggestion, but you can lay out the fake astroturf that people use on balconies, patios, etc...
If you want to paint the floor, get a good outdoor deck paint. This will stand up to wear nicely. Also you could try a rubberized floor like they have at the gym. This would pad the floor, making it more comfortable to stand and would also help to dampen any power tool noise you might make.
If this is your workshop, I would stay away from any kind of carpet. You'll get pretty sick of vacuuming dust and scrubbing grease out of carpet.I have a wood subfloor shop. I would like to finish the shop floor. Any recom? Can a person use epoxy paint
I would paint it with wood paint or use cork flooring. This will also muffle the sound of powertools.
I probably wouldn't try epoxy paint. You can get wood paints, but with traffic the paints will chip and look horrible. Depending on your budget, you can get cheap laminate tiles (stick on). This should be durable enough for traffic. Also, a funky suggestion, but you can lay out the fake astroturf that people use on balconies, patios, etc...
Epoxy paint for a showerstall floor?
I am considering using an epoxy paint to recoat a showerstall floor. I would appreciate any feedback on best practices or good brands of epoxy paint to purchase.
If you have done this, how well has it worked out longterm?Epoxy paint for a showerstall floor?
I would highly recomend a water based epoxy that is water tolerent. You actually might want to check out your local marina for a water based deck paint for boats. Fiberglass boats and shower bases are usually a very similar material. WARNING - it will be expensive.Epoxy paint for a showerstall floor?
You gotta look for the correct paint then....to go on plastic....so it needs some flexibility otherwise it will just flake off. The best brand is the most expensive stuff as here is the case';you get what you paid for'; holds true.
If you have done this, how well has it worked out longterm?Epoxy paint for a showerstall floor?
I would highly recomend a water based epoxy that is water tolerent. You actually might want to check out your local marina for a water based deck paint for boats. Fiberglass boats and shower bases are usually a very similar material. WARNING - it will be expensive.Epoxy paint for a showerstall floor?
You gotta look for the correct paint then....to go on plastic....so it needs some flexibility otherwise it will just flake off. The best brand is the most expensive stuff as here is the case';you get what you paid for'; holds true.
How do you remove epoxy paint from a bathtub if it was done wrong?
I bought Klenks refinishing kit for my bathtub. I tried spraying it and made a mess. Help!!How do you remove epoxy paint from a bathtub if it was done wrong?
Start sanding , Better yet call a pro It,s not a D.Y.I. job To late to learn now, Go with a PRO.How do you remove epoxy paint from a bathtub if it was done wrong?
Paint remover for epoxy.
Start sanding , Better yet call a pro It,s not a D.Y.I. job To late to learn now, Go with a PRO.How do you remove epoxy paint from a bathtub if it was done wrong?
Paint remover for epoxy.
How much does epoxy paint for garage floor cost ? Avg labor & material costs?
You can do that yourself. The kit is like 60 bucks at Home Depot.
What does epoxy paint consist of?
I know what epoxy resin is but I want a black epoxy paint, Does this come in two pots with one of them being black and then do ya just mix the two together and paint away?What does epoxy paint consist of?
Yes there are versions that are 2 parts, there are also one part alkyd versions avaiable, (such as aerosol appliance paints)
Yes there are versions that are 2 parts, there are also one part alkyd versions avaiable, (such as aerosol appliance paints)
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