Paint that Looks Like Concrete – 4 Types & What’s Best

Is there such a thing as paint that looks like concrete? Yes! In fact, you have 3 great affordable options, and you can decide what works best for you. [1] Countertop Refinishing Kits (most professional looking) [2] Concrete Spray Paint (fastest application) [3] Lime Paint (multi-tone, aged look for walls) and [4] Joint Compound with Dye (best cement-like texture).

Faux Painted Concrete Countertop - 3 Affordable Ways to Use Concrete Paint

How to Paint Laminate Countertops to Look Like Concrete (DIY):

If you want to renovate your bathroom without spending a lot of money, don’t overlook the power of paint. Sure, you can freshen up walls and ceilings, but you can actually modernize an old formica counter using a countertop re-finishing kit or basic cement spray paint.

1. Paint a New Stone Counter with a Re-Finishing Kit:

First, Daich Coatings makes DIY countertop finishing kits that enable you to refurbish an old counter yourself. Their kits include a base coat, a stone coat and clear coat to give you a professional finish – without hiring a professional. Check out their easy application process below:

 

Their Onyx Fog shade looks very close in color to concrete, yet it features unique specs of stone for an upscale look.

2. Spray Paint a Concrete-Looking Countertop:

Second, Rustoleum makes a grey textured spray paint the looks like stone or granite. The grainy texture makes the surface look and feel very much like stone or concrete. Plus, you don’t have to spend hours trying to figure out how to do a complicated faux paint technique.

Faux Stone Spray Paint

Furthermore, this Rustoleum paint adheres to virtually any surface, including wood, metal, ceramic, glass and more. For smoother surfaces, the manufacturer recommends lightly sanding before painting.

In addition, you can spray a coat of primer prior to painting to improve adhesion even more. However, this step is optional and not required.

Note: This concrete spray paint goes on quickly, so you may use more cans than you expect. (Each can should over approximately 12 square feet.)

For a more even and realistic look, apply multiple coats, ideally in an overlapping pattern. For example, if your first coat doesn’t look the way you want, simply apply another coat until you get your desired look. An extra coat at the end will also add extra durability and protection.

On top of being an inexpensive countertop remodel, this “concrete” paint dries to the touch within 30-60 minutes. Even if you apply multiple coats, you can complete this DIY project pretty fast and with minimal effort.

Specs for Rustoleum Stone Spray Paint:

Spray Paint that Looks Like Concrete

Another option is to use Cement Spray Finish, which has a smoother texture and lighter color.

Textured stone paint may look better on larger flat surfaces like a counter or backsplash or on plywood where you want to hide wood grain.

However, this cement paint can give smaller objects like statues, vases or flower pots that heavy stone look. (That said, some people like the look of the cement finish while others just think it looks like matte grey paint.)

Grey Suede Lime Paint with Matte, Multi-Tone Finish Creates a Rustic Concrete Wall Look by Just Using a Paintbrush

3. Lime Paint

I recently came across lime paint, a brush-applied coating that has a matte look and subtle multi-tone finish.

You simply apply it with a lime block brush in multi-directional patterns, so it’s fairly straightforward and not work-intensive. (Yet it looks very sophisticated when you’re done.)

Lime paint is also very durable. In fact, you can use it both inside or outdoors. However, in high-moisture areas, you want to add a clear sealer over the paint.

The “Grey Suede” color resembles concrete, but you can get this product in a variety of different colors.

4. How to Paint a Wall to Look Like Concrete (with Mud):

Do you want to make a wall in your home look like raw cement? You could do it with paint, but a more cost effective option is to use drywall mud.

DIY Faux Concrete Wall with Joint Compound, Cement Tint and a Trowel

Drywall mud goes on just as quickly, plus you can add more realistic rough texture to your wall. In addition, you can mix in colored dye to create a worn, weathered uneven look.

You can see exactly how to paint a wall, or drywall, to look like concrete here: How to make a faux concrete wall with joint compound. Save a bunch of money and get a really impressive cement wall when you’re done.

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