How would I paint a bare concrete outdoor water fountain?

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I know it would need to be sealed first, but what kind of paint would work for the inside part, with water?

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Sharon on Mar 03, 2020

I would get some pool paint.

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- Wendy on Mar 03, 2020
  
  thought of that, but they only come in blue, white, and black, and can't be tinted as far as I can tell.
  
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- Wendy on Mar 03, 2020
  
  actually I am finding some tinted pool paint, that might do the trick thanks!
  
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- Sharon on Mar 04, 2020
  
  You might also check the marine paints for below the water line. Don't know if it works on concrete but some of those boats are ferro cement. I know Rustoleum has 1 quart cans of it.
  
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Cheryl A on Mar 03, 2020

Wendy
Here is some info to help you out.
https://homeguides.sfgate.com/paint-outside-cement-fountains-26984.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zgpiuxykl9E

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- Wendy on Mar 03, 2020
  
  Yes, I saw both of those. I sent a note to Rustoleum and they replied that they didn't have any paint they would recommend for the inside of a fountain. The SF gate info vaguely states "oil based latex" but I've seen otherwise in other places. It's frustrating! Thanks for the help though.
  
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GrandmasHouseDIY on Mar 03, 2020

Hi Wendy have you checked into the cement and concrete STAINS? That might hold up longer and better than a paint.

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Kathy Gunter Law on Mar 03, 2020

You can use exterior paint, I would go with oil based for durability. You might consider concrete stain. I think it would be longer lasting.

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- Wendy on Mar 03, 2020
  
  thank you, I will look into that.
  
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Linda Hunt on Mar 03, 2020

You could also seal it with a marine grade finish which lasts a very long time since no salt gets at it.

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Cheryl A on Mar 03, 2020

Wendy
I found this paint for fountains and pools and it is in stock at most Home Depots see if this is what you are looking for

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- Wendy on Mar 03, 2020
  
  what paint? I did find some pool paint but it only comes in pool colors. Don't think we want a bright white or blue fountain. Did you find something else?
  
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FrugalFamilyTimes.com on Mar 03, 2020

Concrete stain may be the best product for you.

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- Wendy on Mar 03, 2020
  
  Called the company that makes it, not for fountains. Too bad, it looks great!
  
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Deb K on Mar 04, 2020

Hi Wendy hope this helps you out, concrete is porous and forgiving so it should work well for you
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVnC9tkP5ow

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