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Painting

Porch paint

Anonymous user 26/03/2026 - 9:32 AM

What is the best paint for a porch? Does it have to be primed first?

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6 Answers

Revolution Painting & Renovation

Rating: 5 out of 5
Hamilton
Benjamin Moore Floor & Patio Latex Enamel
Answered23 March 2026
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Handymanbyzack

Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Embrun
The best paint is acrylic latex for porch and patio
Answered23 March 2026
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KikeDesign

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Burlington, Ontario
👉 100% acrylic latex porch & floor paint (exterior-rated) You should prime depends of the Porch conditions Why this is best: Flexible → won’t crack with temperature changes Water-resistant + UV resistant Less peeling vs oil-based Easy to clean and maintain
Answered25 March 2026
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Your Home Renovations Plus

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Scarborough
100% Benjamin Moore's porch and patio latex is best . No primer needed
Answered25 March 2026
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Gaspari Construction

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Cavan
Depending on what the material is, I would assume its concrete, I would use a masonry paint, or even a concrete stain. Concrete Stain: Penetrates into the surface as concreteis porus it reacts with concrete to color it. You can get water based or acid based. Masonry Paint: Coating formulated for porous masonry (block, brick, stucco, concrete). Its breathable, and alot more flexible. Exterior Latex Paint is ok but latex sits on top of the surface so remember that for high traffic areas. And remember PREP IS THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP!
Answered26 March 2026
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Dave's Home Service & Repairs

Rating: 4.8 out of 5
Corbyville
High quality stain blocker oil base primer and great for decking is a brand called Zinsser coats, is best followed by 100% latex solid color stain or deck paint.
Answered26 March 2026
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