"Epoxy paint dries thick and hard, providing the necessary durability that comes hand-in-hand with maintaining a basement floor. Epoxies are also an excellent solution for a basement that is being used as a recreation area or workshop.
An added benefit that comes with choosing an epoxy paint is that it will act as a waterproofing sealant for a basement floor, helping to lock out excess moisture. There are three types of epoxy paint — water-based, solvent-based and 100 percent solid — and they come in a range of colors, including ivory, brown and red.
Concrete stains, paints and dyes are also options for enhancing the look of a basement floor, but you'll need to know how to stain concrete, and none of them offer protection similar to that of an epoxy paint."
I know this sound mean but you need paint that is made for cement floors. Not a big variety to choose from but any of your home supply stores can show you which they carry.
We painted our old basement floor with outdoor porch paint in a beautiful slate blue. Unfortunately I can't recall the brand name but I did get it at Menards, and the can definitely said for outdoor porches. It never gave me an ounce of grief and was easy to take care of, including mopping (it was my children's playroom).
DON"T paint the floor--- wash it good then wash it with MURATIC ACID.
BE CAREFUL of the fumes from the Muratic acid if you are working inside.
Then get a STAIN (NOT PAINT)-- the big box store will mix the colors for you. I did this over 10 years ago and it still holds it color. I watched my neighbor around the corner have to repaint his driveway every year. Good Luck!
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Epoxy paint is the best option.
"Epoxy paint dries thick and hard, providing the necessary durability that comes hand-in-hand with maintaining a basement floor. Epoxies are also an excellent solution for a basement that is being used as a recreation area or workshop.
An added benefit that comes with choosing an epoxy paint is that it will act as a waterproofing sealant for a basement floor, helping to lock out excess moisture. There are three types of epoxy paint — water-based, solvent-based and 100 percent solid — and they come in a range of colors, including ivory, brown and red.
Concrete stains, paints and dyes are also options for enhancing the look of a basement floor, but you'll need to know how to stain concrete, and none of them offer protection similar to that of an epoxy paint."
http://www.hgtv.com/remodel/interior-remodel/basement-floor-paint-options
Exterior latex paint
I know this sound mean but you need paint that is made for cement floors. Not a big variety to choose from but any of your home supply stores can show you which they carry.
We painted our old basement floor with outdoor porch paint in a beautiful slate blue. Unfortunately I can't recall the brand name but I did get it at Menards, and the can definitely said for outdoor porches. It never gave me an ounce of grief and was easy to take care of, including mopping (it was my children's playroom).
I agree, epoxy paint!
That depends inside or outside
DON"T paint the floor--- wash it good then wash it with MURATIC ACID.
BE CAREFUL of the fumes from the Muratic acid if you are working inside.
Then get a STAIN (NOT PAINT)-- the big box store will mix the colors for you. I did this over 10 years ago and it still holds it color. I watched my neighbor around the corner have to repaint his driveway every year. Good Luck!