Sealing a Concrete floor

Trx

Anyone have any ideas on how to seal a concrete floor that has been poured about a year now .. But still producesalot of concrete dust.. I would ideally like to treat it with some sort of floor paint afterwards..


Anyone have any ideas what is the best product for the job ???

mossym

diluted pva did th job for me, brush it, seal it with the pva, then brush again...did it on my kitchen fllor before tiling and it worked a treat.

Xcellor

mossym wrote: »

diluted pva did th job for me, brush it, seal it with the pva, then brush again...did it on my kitchen fllor before tiling and it worked a treat.

Same thing. When we first moved in we were poor and couldnt afford floors so PVA diluted, paintbrush/roller and you're set. We even painted the floor with masonary paint afterwards Looked quite nice although cold on feet!

Sleipnir

If it's a large area you can apply it with a mop.

gsxr1

Sleipnir wrote: »

If it's a large area you can apply it with a mop.

a paint roller on a stick works good.

It really helps with dust as well

dlambirl

Use Poly Bond and apply with a sweeping brush, large paintbrush or paint roller

Skillie

Just about to move into a new build and won't have the whole house floored as the economic climate in my wallet is something like the exchequers.

need to do this concrete sealing too. have some flooring but have a few rooms that won't be touched for a year or two so just wanna kill the dust so i can keep the finished rooms clean.

If i buy a tub of pva how much of a mix with water is it? how much floor area will i get per tub roughly?

thanks

The Hill Billy

Skillie wrote: »

If i buy a tub of pva how much of a mix with water is it?

One part PVA to 5 parts water is the general recommendation, but check the manufacturers instructions on the tub.

Skillie wrote: »

how much floor area will i get per tub roughly?

Depends on the size of the tub.

Xcellor

You can also get floor paint but I think the PVA is the cheapest way to go. It feels sticky when you first put it down but dont worry as soon as it dries its normal to touch. We PVA'ed our sitting room and then used cheap external masonary paint from afar it looked like carpet!

Skillie

thank you guys great help much appreciated

Borzoi

Trx wrote: »

I would ideally like to treat it with some sort of floor paint afterwards..


Anyone have any ideas what is the best product for the job ???

Go directly to the floorpaint, thin it out with spirits for the first coat, as the concrete will be very porous. Worked a treat for me on several rooms that I didn't need for a while (and the garage floor)

GreeBo

Borzoi wrote: »

Go directly to the floorpaint, thin it out with spirits for the first coat, as the concrete will be very porous. Worked a treat for me on several rooms that I didn't need for a while (and the garage floor)

+1 on this.
The problem with PVA can be that when it gets wet it will dilute again as its not waterproof, this can lead to a sticky mess. At least the paint will dry aswel as seal.

wibago

One option to seal the concrete floor is to use a concrete sealer, which can help to reduce the amount of dust produced by the floor. There are many different types of concrete sealers available, such as acrylic sealers, epoxy sealers, and penetrating sealers. Acrylic sealers are often used for indoor concrete floors and are relatively easy to apply. They are available in both water-based and solvent-based formulas and provide a glossy finish. Epoxy sealers are a two-part system that provides a durable, chemical-resistant finish. They are often used for commercial and industrial floors, but can also be used for residential applications. Penetrating sealers are designed to penetrate the surface of the concrete and protect it from within. They do not change the appearance of the concrete and are often used for outdoor applications. After sealing the concrete floor, you can then apply floor paint designed for use on concrete surfaces. There are many types of floor paint available, such as epoxy paint, concrete stain, and concrete paint. The type of paint you choose will depend on your specific needs and preferences. It's important to follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully when applying any sealer or paint to a concrete floor. Make sure the surface is clean and dry before applying the product, and apply it in a well-ventilated area while wearing appropriate protective gear.

The Continental Op

I wonder if the OP's sealer is dry yet?

dontmindme

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120511904#Comment_120511904

Definite copy/paste post above...is it a bot?

10-10-20

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120512020#Comment_120512020

Must be another one of those bots alright. Try asking it how it learned DIY.