[Buincchotourbss]

gotta scarpe of the old paint where it worn/disfigures or chipped right?
Sreel wool?
Then sweep, and paint 2 coats? of what?
I was thinking marine type paint, as it does rain in -but is that for cement or just fibrglass>Or just go to Lowes, anf ask them.

Sound about right?

the FUMES are gonna be bad, the door from the garage opens to my alcove -which was custom built as a "cubbyhole" home office.
So my whole bedroom/ office is going to smell like hell

[Ervntewc]

If you are going to Lowes, they should have the "kits" available to do this. I don't know what your budget is, but I would try to stick with the name brands, such as Rustoleum. Rustoleum also makes a sealer, which will make the floor coating last far longer, and I would opt for that if I were doing it, but again it depends on what your budget is.

A couple of coats of a good floor coating should take care of it. Unless the coating on the existing floor is peeling, I would simply recommend cleaning it and letting it dry thoroughly before applying the new coating. If it is peeling in spots you could use a wire brush to lightly go over where its peeling.

Definitely go for the sealer if your budget allows for it.

Forgot to mention, if the floor is rough, prep it first with some etch first prior to coating it.

Maybe try sticking a fan in your doorway, blowing out to try to control the fumes?

[janeemljr]

If you are going to Lowes, they should have the "kits" available to do this. I don't know what your budget is, but I would try to stick with the name brands, such as Rustoleum. Rustoleum also makes a sealer, which will make the floor coating last far longer, and I would opt for that if I were doing it, but again it depends on what your budget is.

A couple of coats of a good floor coating should take care of it. Unless the coating on the existing floor is peeling, I would simply recommend cleaning it and letting it dry thoroughly before applying the new coating. If it is peeling in spots you could use a wire brush to lightly go over where its peeling.

Definitely go for the sealer if your budget allows for it.

Forgot to mention, if the floor is rough, prep it first with some etch first prior to coating it.

Maybe try sticking a fan in your doorway, blowing out to try to control the fumes?

The fumes are just gonna kill me, might have to leave the house, any kind of fume makes me,,,,, I can barely fill my gas tank the hydrocarbons make my skin crawl.

Ventillatiion got fans - i'm doing it a 7:30 Am tomorrow, if I can get to Lowes tonight, i can knock out the first coat in maybe 2 hours.

t rains every freaking aft., so i gota get it dry.

It has to be done - i figure 2 coats, I'm start a 2nd job next monday, and I work mostlyweekends on the infomercials.

So I aint got a lot of time past this week -i never have money.

Ok I'll just get the best materials, tonight, and go over some rough spots, it's already painted, but about 12 years ago. Get the sealer.

Thank HD, this is a big job for an older guy like me, who despises fumes.

[lkastonidwedsrer]

I would check with Sherwin Williams or Benjamin Moore paints. Higher quality and more highly trained help.

Also, you might want to check the doityourself forums.

[Galinastva]

A couple directional box fans will help with ventilation. Put one between your garage and office/bedroom blowing OUT into the garage, and another in the garage blowing out into the outdoors if possible (via a side door or window in garage ideally but I know some garages do not have these). I use a 2 to 3 fan setup whenever I'm painting or staining and it works wonders.

Never had ot mess with sealing concrete personally so far, but it looks like there is a lot of info out there if you want to try DIY:

http://www.concretenetwork.com/products-sealer/

[Cyclicymn]

I would check with Sherwin Williams or Benjamin Moore paints. Higher quality and more highly trained help.

Also, you might want to check the doityourself forums.

I got this. I don't need sealant, the floor isn't porous. It's no sparkles, it's just water soluable epoxy paint - prolly what is already down.

Got the extension roller, pan, and extra roller head.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONRust-
Oleum 1-Gal. 1-Part Epoxy Concrete Floor Paint allows you to enhance your carport, garage, driveway, basement, porch, walkway or pool deck for a finished appearance.
The floor paint can also be used on masonry or concrete walls, but not on asphalt, unsound previous coatings or floors that have a moisture problem. The Epoxy paint protects from chemical, heat, UV and weather wear with a 1-part, battleship gray advanced acrylic formula.

For application on carports, garages, driveways, basements, porches, patios, walkways and pool decks with a 1/2 in. nap roller cover Made with 1-part acrylic epoxy formula for durability
Can cover 300 to 400 sq. ft. for use in even large applications
Resists wear from chemicals, hot tires, weather and UV rays
Easy to clean with soap and water
Subject to or will include a recycling fee in the following states: OR
Actual paint colors may vary from on-screen and printer representations
MFG Brand Name : Rust-Oleum
MFG Model # : 181461
MFG Part # : 181461

[JediReturns84]

A couple directional box fans will help with ventilation. Put one between your garage and office/bedroom blowing OUT into the garage, and another in the garage blowing out into the outdoors if possible (via a side door or window in garage ideally but I know some garages do not have these). I use a 2 to 3 fan setup whenever I'm painting or staining and it works wonders.

Never had ot mess with sealing concrete personally so far, but it looks like there is a lot of info out there if you want to try DIY:

http://www.concretenetwork.com/products-sealer/

will do. This is Florida, but hopefully no rain (i'm hopng for a clear morning).

Not doing the sealent ( see above). Good idea on the fans, so I can work without getting too sick.

1 coat take a day to dry in this heat, but wann avoid humidty when aplying.

THANKS ALL - whole job shouldn't cost more then 1 gallon. and the rollers.

[acceraStoof]

I got this. I don't need sealant, the floor isn't porous. It's no sparkles, it's just water soluable epoxy paint - prolly what is already down.

Got the extension roller, pan, and extra roller head.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONRust-
Oleum 1-Gal. 1-Part Epoxy Concrete Floor Paint allows you to enhance your carport, garage, driveway, basement, porch, walkway or pool deck for a finished appearance.
The floor paint can also be used on masonry or concrete walls, but not on asphalt, unsound previous coatings or floors that have a moisture problem. The Epoxy paint protects from chemical, heat, UV and weather wear with a 1-part, battleship gray advanced acrylic formula.

For application on carports, garages, driveways, basements, porches, patios, walkways and pool decks with a 1/2 in. nap roller cover Made with 1-part acrylic epoxy formula for durability
Can cover 300 to 400 sq. ft. for use in even large applications
Resists wear from chemicals, hot tires, weather and UV rays
Easy to clean with soap and water
Subject to or will include a recycling fee in the following states: OR
Actual paint colors may vary from on-screen and printer representations
MFG Brand Name : Rust-Oleum
MFG Model # : 181461
MFG Part # : 181461

Sounds as though you got what you need. Even if you don't do the additives, such as the "sparkles", which I don't bother with, I would still recommend the sealer as you live in a more humid area, but you are correct, it is not absolutely necessary. The Rust Oleum is a good product. I've used it prior, and while it may not be the most expensive, it does the job, usually better then the cheaper economy stuff.

Good Luck with your project!

[mr.supervideogoodfd]

Sounds as though you got what you need. Even if you don't do the additives, such as the "sparkles", which I don't bother with, I would still recommend the sealer as you live in a more humid area, but you are correct, it is not absolutely necessary. The Rust Oleum is a good product. I've used it prior, and while it may not be the most expensive, it does the job, usually better then the cheaper economy stuff.

Good Luck with your project!

from what i understand thye sealer goes on raw concrete -this is already painted, some chips, and stains. It will be fine. I can't do all the other stuff.
I figured go with Rustoleum, per your advice, it's possible1 gallon can do it -i bought 2.
NO RAIN! NO RAIN!!

[MFSSCW2c]

Me....I would forget the paint, and go with terrazzo....minimal odor, high strength......

[t78VPkdO]

from what i understand thye sealer goes on raw concrete -this is already painted, some chips, and stains. It will be fine. I can't do all the other stuff.
I figured go with Rustoleum, per your advice, it's possible1 gallon can do it -i bought 2.
NO RAIN! NO RAIN!!

There is a sealer that goes over the top, similar to the clearcoat that is used on the new car finishes these days, but as you stated prior, its not necessary. It protects the floor from future scratches and damage, as well helps with protecting against moisture.

Good Luck!

[pBiRXp8u]

piece of cake. wsn't as bad as I thought, had a little bubbling, around where I scraped. I just roled it out.

2nd coat tomorrow. The smell is gawdawful, but not as bad as I thought,

[Agedprepdoock]

piece of cake. wsn't as bad as I thought, had a little bubbling, around where I scraped. I just roled it out.

2nd coat tomorrow. The smell is gawdawful, but not as bad as I thought,

Glad to hear its going ok. As with all such projects, its always best when they are over and done.

[Gozmand]

Glad to hear its going ok. As with all such projects, its always best when they are over and done.

had the house opened up, now I had to run then a/c -and the smell is bearable.

1 more coat tomorrow, and it's done -except for putting al, the shit i got stored back in the garage ( which hasn't seen a car in it since i moved here)