Things you will need.
Removing old paint from concrete steps.
Scrape off the mixture.
In order to get a clean look from fresh paint or to revert to a bare concrete look you will need to begin the project by removing the old paint.
Peeling paint is not only unsightly but it can trap moisture against the concrete of the porch which can cause the concrete to erode over.
Then put on a dust mask gloves and protective eyewear.
Paint can be applied to the concrete to gain a fresh new look.
In this step add a layer of paint thinner over the mixture after every few hours so that your ingredients stay active.
When it comes time to apply a new coat removing the old one can be a major hassle.
Adding the paint thinner does wonder and it especially comes in handy for this step.
Remove paint stripper residue.
Apply the stripper evenly over the area.
Over time layers of paint will build up on the concrete and eventually begin to flake and peel.
Spread the liquid strippers on the top of a step.
Make sure to wear safety goggles or a face shield no job is worth an injury.
Method 1 remove paint from concrete.
In this video i use an angle grinder with a diamond wheel and dust collection to remove old floor paint from a concrete porch.
Epoxy is often used to coat garage floors.
For this stage of the job so long as you re working on a compact concrete patch you can probably get by with a wire scrub brush or a paint scraper.
Still you may need to use a little elbow grease to work the acrylic out of the porous surface of your concrete.
You ll need a few special supplies to remove epoxy from concrete.
Paint strippers are in gel form and are easily spread with an old paint brush.
Steps to remove paint from concrete.
Paint manufacturers make paint but most reputable ones also make products to remove paint if conventional strippers such as mineral spirits and turpentine don t work for you it is best to get in touch with the paint manufacturer first to get.
How to remove epoxy paint from concrete.
To remove paint from concrete first sweep the concrete to clean the area you ll be working on.
It will help lift the paint off of the surface of the concrete and into the mixture.
Use a paint scraper to scrape up any thick globs of paint that are sticking up off of the concrete.