The Brew Cabin

Posted: **Wed Apr 30, 2008 6:48 pm**

Sorry if this is a bit off topic..

I had a new conctrete slab (garage floor) poured 2 months ago.
I am wondering how long I need to wait for it to cure before I can paint it?

Looking at various tins in B&Q and online I see anything from a month to a year.
Obviously the longer the better, but I could do with moving stuff onto it so would like to paint first.

Slab is 150mm

Any other advice greatly appreciated!

Posted: **Wed Apr 30, 2008 8:49 pm**

Floor paint in my experience never works/sticks/stays.

Resin floor paint FTW!

Posted: **Thu May 01, 2008 12:15 am**

there are many paints which will do the trick, but most stipolate ate least 48 days before application. Bradite make a good heavy layered paint for this and have full range of colours too:)

Posted: **Sun May 04, 2008 10:50 pm**

48? Do you mean 28? That's the normal 'cure period' for new concrete.

The floor should be etched with acid before applying any form of paint. This removes any laitence and ensures a sound bond.

Posted: **Thu May 08, 2008 11:35 pm**

Tony McC wrote:48? Do you mean 28? That's the normal 'cure period' for new concrete.

The floor should be etched with acid before applying any form of paint. This removes any laitence and ensures a sound bond.

Paint manufacturers guideline... always follow theem as if owt goes wrong I've adhered to the manufacturer's instructions to the letter.. They'll only winge thatit wasn't left long enough else

The Brew Cabin

Painting garage floor