Advice on garage floor paint needed

Question

Can I use leftover wall paint to paint my garage floor? If not, would it be ok to use it if I add a layer of sealer on top to protect it? Alternatively, are other types of garage flooring better and more long lasting like carpeting or tiles? I’m open to all suggestions

Gary · Accepted Answer

Hi 
In no way can you use wall paint it’s water based, if it’s concrete you need to clean the floor and I would recommend a proper floor paint oiled based, apply 2 coats this will last and protect your floor, and easier to clean if you have a spill.
Gary

Leighland-ron · Answer

no you can't use left over wall paint for a garage floor there are floor paints for that type

Steven · Answer

Hi

Best not to use a wall emulsion as it will not last very long and will be a bit of a wasted exercise.

I would apply a coat of water based (quick drying) stabiliser and then two coats of an oil based floor paint.  This will pass the test of time and be a permanent solution.

Terry · Answer

There is floor paint that can be bought in any builders yard now it’s cheap and easy to use

Paul · Answer

Don’t use wall paint, get proper floor none slip paint for this as it’s safer if damp you won’t slip where as using wall paint won’t give you that protection.

Paul · Answer

I like the sika floor paint that comes with a hardening fluid. It’s very tough and hardwearing

Lucan · Answer

Concrete floor can be painted, with a special paint. If you need more to go on,  you can get in touch with us, which is Mr.Wint Building Construction.

Paul · Answer

Floor Tread Paint is best i think for painting a garage floor. I've used it on a number of occasions.

Brian · Answer

No use proper garage floor paint. Only need to seal before painting if concrete is pourous.

Damyan · Answer

Hi Patrick, you can't use emulsion on the garage floor. You can buy special floor paint which contains some resin and makes it very strong. Johnsons have a good quality floor paint, but you need to stir it very well before painting and cut in corners with brush then roll it with roller.The floor need to be wet and dust free.

Advice on garage floor paint needed

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