Can Oil Paint Go Over Old Carpet Glue

Resurfacing concrete over carpet glue and cutback adhesive.

Can oil paint go over old carpet glue. Removing the glue completely using an adhesive remover would be the best way to proceed but if removal isn t possible you can still paint a concrete surface covered in glue. That carpet glue isn t meant for direct foot contact and will start to flake peel dustify once it s walked on. Asphalt based cutback adhesive remaining on a concrete floor after removing old vinyl tile and other flooring represents one of the most difficult and risky subfloors for the installation of new flooring. All you need to do is create a clean smooth surface to which the paint can adhere.

I ve seen this done before but don t know the process or best material. If you are going to remove these carpets and paint the floor beneath you will need to prepare the floor for the paint. Painting over a concrete floor that has glue on it can present some issues. You need to get it off before painting or securely seal it to the floor before painting.

The swirls from the glue that was trowled on the concrete gives an interesting look. I will be taking carpet up and wanting to paint over the old glue without stripping the floor. May 10 2020. Can you paint over carpet glue on concrete.

Anaelith has it right. The surface of param 5500 must always be protected from oil. This includes sanding down any carpet glue remnants to make sure the floor appears even and smooth. Tearing up carpets can sometimes reveal beautiful wooden floors.

I know ventilation is tight but there are floor sanders that keep the dust way down now.