Paint Marble Crete
Project Scenario
Martha owns a fourplex in an old part of town. The siding is 4x8 sheets of pebbles. It seems the backing is concrete. Can she paint marble crete?
Preparation
- Carefully pressure wash to remove airborne contaminants and weak subscrate.
- Use mildew retardant solution if necessary. Rinse and let dry thoroughly.
- Patch holes with caulk and stones, sized to match, pressed to the caulk.
- For signs of moisture intrusion or water damage, spot prime with Z-Prime.
Primer Coat
If pebbles fall off easily, use Surfbond II Masonry Primer.
Top Coat
Caution! Things to consider
- After pressure washing, rust stains may be visible. Use a spray can of Z-Prime to hide the blemish.
- Back rolling the final coat will improve the appearance and ensure all portions of the substrate are coated.
