How To Paint A Cinder Block Wall with Real Milk Paint

In this video, we'll show you how to patch a prepare a cinder block wall for painting with Milk Paint!
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If you wish to expand your living space by making your basement more livable, painting cinder block with milk paint helps you take the look of concrete walls up a notch. Real Milk Paint comes in a variety of colors for complete customization, and since it’s a powder medium, you can mix up as little or as much as you need for the home improvement task at hand. If you’re wondering how to paint cinder block with milk paint, the process proves quick and easy whether you’re a novice or expert, making it an extremely doable weekend DIY project for most homeowners.
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[@7ajhubbell]

Thank you.

[@rmpco]

You're welcome!

[@charlesr4006]

The paint seems pretty spotty. Is that something a third application would fix or would a sprayer keep that from happening?

[@rmpco]

Thanks for asking! We typically recommend 2 coats for most projects, but sometimes on really porous materials like cinder block, it may take 3 to get a really even look. That being said, milk paint in general does have some variation in its end look. So, some variation should be expected due to the nature of the paint.

[@marleshakeys]

I am working on finishing a basement into additional living space, and part of that project involves painting the concrete block walls. Some of the walls have already been painted, many decades ago. It is not flaking or peeling, it is stuck on there tight! Do I need to do any extra steps to prep the already-painted areas before painting the milk paint?

[@rmpco]

Great question! With the pre-existing paint on the walls, you may need to include our Ultra Bond in the milk paint to help it adhere. That, or prime the walls with a water-based primer prior to painting with the Real Milk Paint. (We often recommend Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water Based Primer.) Because the paint is essentially making the wall surface no longer porous, the milk paint needs some extra help adhering to the wall. You could always test to see if the milk paint will adhere to the paint, but the other options listed above act as an insurace to make sure it sticks. Hope that helps!

[@easypainterslondon]

cool vid

[@rmpco]

Thank you so much! We appreciate it!

[@thomastrainsmore2010]

I have this at school but why do we need cinder blocks for?

[@rmpco]

Hey Thomas! Real Milk Paint® is naturally porous, and wants to absorb into a porous surface (similar to water soaking into a sponge,) and cinderblocks are great for this because they are very porous!

[@PriscillaGomez]

How does this paint hold up on exterior walls? Is it able to resist the Arizona sun and summer heat?

[@rmpco]

Hi Priscilla as long as you add a finishing wax or Outdoor Defense Oil it will hold up just fine.

[@kaarenking3215]

Hi,
I live in North Carolina. We have a massive cinder block retaining wall w a horrible pink/red color. I have a beautiful farmhouse. Will milk paint work w these mountain elements and humility? Also, is a sealer necessary?

[@rmpco]

Hey Kaaren! The first question would be: is the pink/red color because it's painted? Real Milk Paint would work well on the cinder block because it still allows the blocks to still breathe, but we do recommend sealing it. What is on it currently will determine what we recommend for sealing it!

[@lizastrawn6150]

I see you did not prime or seal the block first. Is that not necessary with this paint? Can it be washed?

[@rmpco]

Excellent questions! Because the cinder block is porous, the milk paint does not need to be primed. It LOVES those raw, porous surfaces and will easily adhere to them without primer. It is worth noting that the milk paint won't seal the cinder block. It will allow moisture to pass in and through the block/paint. It is a durable paint, but not water-proof. So, if you were to go a wipe it down with a rag, you can expect some of the pigment to come off on the cloth.

[@porternelson2926]

Does this help seal out any potential moisture?!

[@rmpco]

Real Milk Paint® doesn't seal the surface. For something like that, we would recommend our Tung Oil.

[@donnamarie4443]

First time hearing about this product. Wow!
Do you recommend using watertite paint by zinser on cinder block? Prevents mold and mildew and water leakage. 20 year warranty.?

[@rmpco]

Hi Donna,
Thanks for asking! Unfortunately, we can't speak really to any of the Zinsser products but, we're positive there are benefits to their products depending on the project at hand.

[@donnamarie4443]

Is real milk paint good for outside applications? Like a cinder block basement exterior wall? Thanks, Donna 👍

[@marcusorillius6971]

Seriously?

[@rmpco]

Do you mind clarifying?