So, my parents recently painted their house and had the roof replaced by pros. To cut costs, my dad decided to paint the driveway himself with some paint from a local shop. Unfortunately, it looks pretty bad—almost like they used interior paint—and now it's super slippery when wet. I'm looking for ways to fix this situation. I've heard about using sealers and xylene but I'm really trying to convince my dad to let professionals handle this. Any advice would be appreciated! By the way, I'm in SE Florida.
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Instead of removing the paint, consider adding a second coat mixed with sand for texture. Just roll it on and sprinkle sand on top of the wet paint for added grip. You can sweep the excess sand off after it dries. This could be a quick fix before opting for a more permanent solution.
If you’re worried about slipping, spreading some plastering sand over the driveway can give you some traction while you figure out longer-term solutions. Just remember, eventually you’ll want to remove that paint to avoid further issues down the line.
Honestly, your best bet might be to just get rid of the paint. You can try using a pressure washer to blast it off, but if that doesn't work, look for a rental diamond-tipped grinder. It’ll get the job done but be prepared for a bit of effort.
That makes sense! What’s the best way to remove the paint if we decide to go that route?