I couldn t pass up the opportunity to show this bare concrete retaining wall and an idea that would improve the look of the home exterior and not have it be the eyesore of the neighborhood.
How to clean and paint retaining wall concrete.
You will need a paint that is.
Choose paint for your project.
Choose a waterproofing paint designed for concrete and masonry surfaces.
How to clean an exterior concrete wall.
Dissolve 1 2 ounce of trisodium phosphate tsp in a gallon of hot water in a large bucket.
Concrete sealers vary in application method depending on the brand but generally you paint it on with a brush or spray it with.
Step 3 prime the block wall.
Repair any cracks or blemishes in your wall with concrete patch.
Spray the wall as necessary while cleaning it so the concrete surface remains moist.
Select paint appropriate for your outdoor project.
There are two basic types of finish on concrete block smooth and split face.
Spray the entire wall with water to rinse off dust and dirt.
Step 1 clean the wall.
A little stucco and a few natural rocks to cap it off and you ve got it.
Once the wall is declared fit for painting consider using a primer on the wall.
How to paint exterior concrete retaining walls step 1.
I do this for exterior murals.
Step 5 painting concrete.
Place several pieces of masking tape in various locations on your wall and pull each piece of tape off abruptly.
Regardless of the finish and whether the.
Clean the concrete wall.
Check the label of the paint to ensure.
Step 4 caulk and seal.
Primers and paint the trick is the high adhesive primer coat on a clean surface.
Apply a concrete sealer to the wall to prevent future mildew growth.
Step 2 repair the mortar.
Concrete is a porous material and the primer will seal the pin holes and make it easier to paint.
You can also use exterior house paint after cleaning and priming.
For exterior projects use a power washer to rid the wall of all dirt and dust.
Clean the concrete surface thoroughly and let dry.
If you have a sherwin williams store near you they make terrific products specifically for concrete use.
If detergent is used to clean the wall make sure the residue is completely washed off.
The wall will need some drying time which could take up to several days.