[Mkr88x]

We’re planning on painting our basement block walls. I called sherwin and they said I can use Loxon. When I did a little research, it seems like it’s marketed to be used for exterior only ? Idk but was wondering if any of you had any experience with using in on the interior of a basement wall. Thanks in advance

 

[chandler48]

I'm not a painter, but are you wanting to apply it as a water proofing? If so, putting it on the outside is the only way to get positive results. Inside water proofing is iffy

 

[Mkr88x]

No not for waterproofing. Looking to semi finish the basement and want to make the walls look more appealing

 

[chandler48]

Gotcha. Marksr and others who paint(ed) for a living will be along shortly, so hang in there.

 

[mark sr]

If the block are unpainted, I'd first coat them with Drylok. Bare block needs drylok or block fill to fill the pores in the block so you get a nice looking paint job. It also prevents a thinner paint from sucking too far into the block making it harder to get a nice finish.


I have limited experience with the Loxon line of masonry coatings but it should be fine for your use.