Apply a base coat to the entire statue, using either a brush or a sprayer.
Use either a latex exterior paint or a paint formulated especially for painting concrete, in a color that is appropriate to the top coat color you will be using.
Before painting concrete, you must take certain steps to ensure the paint will stick to it:
Allow the concrete statue to air dry.
Wash the statue with water, using a garden hose or shower sprayer. Do not use soap.
Blow any remaining dust or concrete flakes off the statue using a high pressure air hose.
Allow the base coat to dry, then inspect the statue for full coverage. Concrete is very absorbent, so you may need to apply more than 1 base coat. If you notice that an area seems dull or washed out in comparison to other areas, it is a good idea to apply another base coat.
Use a non-yellowing exterior concrete sealer. This will protect paint colors from fading and keep out harmful moisture. Place the concrete statue on a ventilated surface (gravel or rock will do), and allow the sealer to dry for 24 hours.
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Apply a base coat to the entire statue, using either a brush or a sprayer.
Use either a latex exterior paint or a paint formulated especially for painting concrete, in a color that is appropriate to the top coat color you will be using.
Before painting concrete, you must take certain steps to ensure the paint will stick to it:
Allow the concrete statue to air dry.
Wash the statue with water, using a garden hose or shower sprayer. Do not use soap.
Blow any remaining dust or concrete flakes off the statue using a high pressure air hose.
Allow the base coat to dry, then inspect the statue for full coverage. Concrete is very absorbent, so you may need to apply more than 1 base coat. If you notice that an area seems dull or washed out in comparison to other areas, it is a good idea to apply another base coat.
Use a non-yellowing exterior concrete sealer. This will protect paint colors from fading and keep out harmful moisture. Place the concrete statue on a ventilated surface (gravel or rock will do), and allow the sealer to dry for 24 hours.