Question

Hi all I’m new to this. What would u recommend for painting the patio flags? I’ve got a mixture mostly old council ones so just want something to take the eye off them. Anyone any pics? I’m in two minds as some people say it comes off ect  

Answer 1

Old flags masonary painted and look so much nicer

Comments

@endocardium oh lovely x

Answer 2

Before and after.  

Answer 3

Look so much better! Thanx for the pics x

Comments

@alfy73 im too suprised how well painting works! Be interested to know what paint you used?  

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I haven’t done it yet those wernt my pics. Im looking into doing it so asked for inspiration x

Answer 4

Do it! Use a sealer after and it won’t come off.  

Comments

@danyel2 what sort of sealer would I use ‍♀️ I ain’t a clue x

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@alfy73 let me go and take a picture, I have a can.  

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@danyel2 thanx x

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@alfy73 that’s the stuff. good luck xx

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@danyel2 thanx I’ll probs need it haha x

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@alfy73 no it’s so easy honestly and it really makes a difference to the eye! Enjoy xx

Answer 5

Original slabs x

Answer 6

Painted x

Comments

@wellspring wow that’s a real difference  gorgeous. Did u seal it or anything x

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@alfy73 no just masonary paint , this is one coat , I mixed a light grey and black together to get this colour , washed it down tonight and not a mark on it , once I finish garden will give it another coat to finish off , not going to use a sealer as I’ve known people just use this and it lasts x

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@wellspring aww looks lovely I’m deffo thinking of doing mine now x

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@alfy73 does make a difference x

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@wellspring what brand of masonry paint did you use?