How to apply BEHR PREMIUM® 1-Part Epoxy Concrete & Garage Floor Paint
BEHR PREMIUM® 1-Part Epoxy Concrete & Garage Floor Paint helps protect and improve your concrete garage floor with an easy paint like coat. Prep the floor by removing dirt and grease, etching smooth concrete, and stripping old sealers or coatings. Clean well, fix cracks, then mix all cans and apply a thin coat in small sections. Add decorative chips for a terrazzo look if you want. Let the floor dry for 24 hours, wait 72 hours before car tires, and cure it for one week before washing.
- BEHR PREMIUM® 1-Part Epoxy Concrete & Garage Floor Paint protects and enhances concrete garage floors with easy paint-like application.
- Surface preparation requires removing dirt and grease, etching smooth concrete, and stripping previous sealers or coatings.
- Best results come from cleaning thoroughly, repairing cracks, intermixing cans, and applying a thin coat in sections.
- Optional decorative chips can be tossed onto the wet coating to create a terrazzo-style floor appearance.
- Proper curing requires waiting 24 hours before walking, 72 hours before automobile tires, and one week before washing.
A high-performance, ready-to-use, water-based epoxy floor paint that resists hot tire pick-up and marring.
For best results:
Before you apply the coating to any concrete surface, it is essential to have a properly cleaned and prepped surface.
For new or uncoated surfaces, refer to: Preparation of Uncoated Concrete for Paints & Stains
For previously coated or weathered surfaces, refer to: Preparation of Coated Concrete for Paints & Stains
To add a topcoat, refer to: Apply BEHR Premium 1-Part Epoxy Concrete & Garage Floor Paint top coated with BEHR Premium Wet-Look Sealer.
Tools & supplies
- Bucket
- Broom (Stiff Bristle)
- Brush (2"-2½")
- Bucket Grid
- Chemical Resistant Gloves
- Extension Pole
- Hose
- High Pressure Nozzle
- Mop
- Paint Can Opener
- Paint Tray
- Paint Tray Liner
- Protective Apparel
- Pump Sprayer
- Rags
- Roller Cover
- Roller Frame
- Stir Stick
Step-by-step process
How to coat a garage floor
Step 1
Once the surface is cleaned, prepped and primed, apply the epoxy floor paint. Make sure to stir the paint before applying. Apply a thin, even layer using a 3/8" nap roller cover, a pad applicator or a nylon-polyester brush.
Step 2
Cut-in using a brush to coat the perimeter of the surface area that is next to the wall.
Step 3
Apply the stain, using long even strokes. Apply in one direction to avoid lap lines. Apply the stain when air and surface temperatures are between 50-90 degrees F. Since concrete varies in texture and porosity, 2 coats may be required for uniform appearance.
TIP:
The spread rate on a rough surface is approximately 300-400 sq. ft and on a smooth surface, 400-500 sq. ft.
Step 4
Allow the first coat to dry for at least 4-6 hours before re-coating, if necessary. Apply the second coat in a criss-cross direction for uniformity of appearance. Do not apply more than 2 coats.
TIP:
Use soap and water for any clean-up.
Step 5
The surface must be fully cured before use.
TIP:
Premature heavy traffic will cause paint failure which will require spot re-coating. If necessary, corrugated cardboard may be placed under auto tires after 72 hours.
