The 11 Best Concrete Paints of 2023

Best Overall

Rust-Oleum EPOXYSHIELD Concrete Floor Paint

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For an affordable concrete paint that works in a variety of situations, the Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Paint is an excellent choice. The epoxy makes it cure quickly and efficiently while still maintaining an even surface without the need for primer. While it is available in three colors—armor gray, battleship gray, and sand—you can also add decorative color chips (purchased separately) to further customize the look to match your aesthetic.

We love that you only need to apply one coat of this concrete paint, saving both time and money in its application. It is safe for both indoor and outdoor applications when rolled on with a foam roller. We appreciate that it can hold up to tire wear on an active driveway, as well as UV rays and fluctuations in temperatures.

There are a few instances where you may want to add another product before or after using this paint. The Rust-Oleum Epoxyshield Paint does make a nice top coat, but you may want to put a layer of waterproof surface below, depending on where you are applying it. While it can be used around the pool and is weather-resistant, this paint does not have any texture or waterproofing—you should add a texture on top when using it around the pool or other places where you want to take extra care not to slip.

Price at time of publish: $102 for 2 gallon containers

_{Type: Paint | Colors: armor gray, battleship gray, sand | Finish: Satin | Drying Time: 16 hours | Waterproof: No}

Best Budget

Drylok Original Basement and Masonry Waterproofer

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This affordable paint creates a waterproof layer on concrete as well as brick. We think it’s a great option for protecting floors against water leaks and seepage, as well as general moisture. You can use it indoors, such as in a damp basement, or outdoors. We also appreciate its texture, allowing you to hide imperfections in walls where you use it. One gallon container can cover up to 100 square feet, although you may need more than one coat for the best results.

We wish there were more color options, but you can have the paint tinted—keep in mind that depending on where you buy it, tinting can add extra cost or time. After your first application, you will need to allow some drying time between coats. It is dry to the touch after a thin application within just 30 minutes, while the full drying time is two hours. Make sure that you wait at least that long to apply a second coat.

Price at time of publish: $35 per gallon

_{Type: Paint | Colors: Gray, white | Finish: Textured | Drying Time: 2 hours | Waterproof: Yes}

Best for Walls

Seal-Krete Damplock Masonry Waterproofing Paint

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This masonry paint from Seal-Krete can give your walls and other masonry a fresh look while protecting them from water damage. If you plan to paint the entire brick exterior of your home, the 5 gallon is a great budget-friendly option. However, you can also find it in a 1-gallon size, which helpful for smaller projects, as each gallon covers around 125 square feet.

Keep in mind that this paint only comes in one color. However, you can paint on top of this waterproof barrier to suit your style. Note that you should wait the full drying time of 3 hours before applying a top coat or finish. It does protect against up to 15 psi of pressure, as well as provide a radon barrier, according to the manufactuer. That can be helpful in spaces like basements, where radon can get into your home. It also inhibits mold and mildew from growing on top.

Price at time of publish: $42 per gallon

_{Type: Paint | Colors: White | Finish: Satin | Drying Time: 3 hours | Waterproof: Yes}

Best Non-Skid

Slip Doctors DuraGrip Yellow Anti-Slip Paint

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Spaces that get heavy foot traffic may benefit from a highly textured non-skid surface. Slip Doctors DuraGrip provides a textured walking surface and can be applied on concrete or steel, as well as wood, natural stone, fiberglass, and tile. If you want one product that you can use around a worksite, this is one of the best.

We love that it comes in 10 colors, including bright safety red and safety yellow. However, if you are looking for a more subdued look, you can also find it in gray, white, and sand. There is even a clear coat that you can apply over existing decks or patios without impacting the color. You can apply it with a normal roller indoors or outdoors, although it does have a strong odor at first, so make sure to get adequate ventilation if you're painting inside. 

Price at time of publish: $85 per quart

_{Type: Paint | Colors: Black, white, clear, dark brown, sand, light gray, medium gray, safety red, safety blue, safety yellow | Finish: Textured | Drying Time: Not listed | Waterproof: Yes}

Best for Porches and Decks

Kilz Interior/Exterior Slip-Resistant Decorative Concrete Paint

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The Kitz Decorative Concrete Paint can make your deck, porch, or patio look their best and protect them against weather and foot traffic in areas where you entertain. It has a textured finish that hides imperfections, filling cracks up to 3 mm wide, while creating a non-slip surface for safer walking.

KILZ Decorative Concrete Coating is available in only two colors, tan and gray. Fortunately, both are good neutral colors that can work with a variety of color schemes and decor styles. Since it’s only available in a 5-gallon container, we think it’s best to use this paint if you want to completely redo larger surfaces, such as your deck or porch. You will need a specific roller cover to apply it that is made for adhesive paints with a 1/4-inch nap.

Price at time of publish: $71 per gallon

_{Type: Paint | Colors: Tan, gray | Finish: Textured | Drying Time: 72 hours | Waterproof: No}

Best for Driveways

DAICH RollerRock 5 Gal. Self-Priming Pebblestone Exterior Concrete Coating

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Concrete paint used on driveways needs to hold up against hot tires as well as a variety of extreme weather conditions. The DAICH RollerRock Exterior Concrete Coating is made to resist UV damage, cracking, or peeling, without the need for a coat of primer. Instead, this paint is self-priming, and includes actual stone in the formula to make it textured as well as hide imperfections, This kit also includes a stone texture roller applicator.

Although you don’t need a primer, you will need a top coat for the best results. DAICH sealer is best for outdoor application, such as driveways. However, you can use this paint indoors, but you should add a layer of epoxy clear coat as a top coat. 

Price at time of publish: $174 per 5 gallon container

_{Type: Paint | Colors:} Aqua, cinnamon, cool moss, coriander, deep slate, earth, ginger, harvest tan, ivory, lava rock, misty clay, natural white, olive grey, pebblestone, warm grey _{| Finish: Textured | Drying Time: 1 hour dry to touch | Waterproof: Yes}

Best for Pool Decks

INSL-X Sure Step Acrylic Anti-Slip Coating Paint

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With a skid-resistant finish, the INSL-X Sure Step Acrylic Anti-Slip Coating is perfect for around the pool. We love that it adds texture and comes in seven colors so that you won’t have to sacrifice style for safety. You should use a roller with a 1/2- or 3/4-inch nap to ensure that the textured formula can adhere correctly. Each gallon covers between 80 and 120 square feet, depending on how thickly you apply it.

Expect to apply two coats for the best results. Wait a full 24 hours between coats and five days before walking on it with anything more than light foot traffic or moving furniture back onto the surface. If painting outdoors, make sure that the surface will not get rained on until the full drying time is up.

Price at time of publish: $53 per gallon

_{Type: Paint | Colors: Tile red, white, light gray, gray pearl, pine green, saddle brown | Finish: Textured | Drying Time: 5 days | Waterproof: Yes}

Best for Basements

Kilz Basement & Masonry Waterproofer

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To keep them dry and in good shape, damp basements can benefit from an extra coating of waterproof paint on concrete surfaces. We think the KILZ waterproofing paint is ideal for both walls and concrete floors (and can also be used on masonry), because it waterproofs and seals the surface, creating a protective barrier against water damage.

It only comes in white, although you can paint over the layer of waterproof paint with another standard interior paint if you prefer a different color. You should let each coat dry for a full four hours before applying it again. Keep in mind that two coats are needed for full waterproofing, and you may need to use a primer on certain surfaces. Depending on how thickly you paint and the application method that you choose, each gallon can cover between 75 and 125 square feet.

Price at time of publish: $46 per gallon

_{Type: Paint | Colors: White | Finish: Matte | Drying Time: 4 hours | Waterproof: Yes}

Best for Garage

KILZ Concrete and Garage Floor Paint

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Garage spaces require a paint that won’t fade, chip, or otherwise become damaged from tire wear. The KILZ garage floor paint holds up to a lot of tire traffic, but it resists chemicals as well—you can clean it easily with a mop without worrying about it blistering or fading. It is even scuff-resistant for an even, uniform look over time.

Keep in mind that this paint is intended for horizontal surfaces only, such as floors and stairs, and can't be used on walls. Drying time is four hours between coats, and you can expect to apply two for the most even finish. It is slip-resistant but not textured, so it isn’t great for places that get a lot of moisture.

Price at time of publish: $42 per gallon

_{Type: Paint | Colors: Slate gray | Finish: Satin | Drying Time: 4 hours | Waterproof: No}

Best Spray

Rust-Oleum Professional High Performance Enamel Spray Paint

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For smaller jobs, the Rust-Oleum spray paint is great for concrete surfaces. It comes in 21 different colors and finish combinations so you can customize the look of your next DIY project. However, not every color is available in every finish. This spray paint creates a barrier against rust on metal surfaces and has even coverage on concrete. We think it is ideal for smaller objects that are made of concrete as well as other materials.

Application requires a steady hand for the most even results. However, the tip can spray from any angle, which makes it easy to use with odd-shaped items without having to move or rotate them.  Each can covers up to 14 square feet—note that it is best to apply thin coats, which means more coats are needed to fully cover the surface. 

Price at time of publish: $11 per 15 ounce can

_{Type: Spray | Colors: Black, stainless steel, aluminum, white, almond, dark brown, dark machine gray, hunter green, regal red, royal blue, safety blue, safety green, safety orange, safety red, safety yellow,  | Finish: Gloss, semi-gloss, flat | Drying Time: 1 hour | Waterproof: No}