Painting a wood floor will enhance most styles of inside and should not cost an arm and a leg. Here are the many Actions That Will Help You paint your wood floor:
Clear the room of all furnishings and rugs, remembering to lift and to not drag heavy things that could chip or severely scratch your flooring.
Sand the area to be painted. If your plan is to paint the entire wood floor, it's a good idea to employ a floor sander because the price won't break the bank and will provide you good, quick results.
When the sanding process is complete, it is important to allow the dust settle and vacuum the floor thoroughly before cleaning at least a few times with a moist microfiber mop. It's actually important to ensure the entire area is free of dust until you begin to paint your timber floor.
If you choose to include a primer in your endeavor, now is the time to employ it. The very best method to use the primer and your paint is with a roller as it will provide an even and widespread coat in minimal time.
If you're painting your whole wood floor exactly the exact same color, you will be prepared to apply your paint whenever the primer has completely dried (check the tin for drying times if you're in any doubt). Nevertheless, if you are considering being daring and painting a pattern on to your wood floor, you will have to sign up and tape out the pattern prior to starting. NB. Wood floor layout painting is quite an ambitious project and depending upon the detail and your skills can provide an eye-catching end result or wind up a bit of a disaster. Therefore, if you are in any doubt at all, try out your own ideas in an inconspicuous part of your area before going crazy all over!
Once your painting is complete and you are happy that the policy is uniform and even, it's time to coating the floor with clear varnish or a water based clear coat. Two to three layers of protection are most likely to be required and will help your new-look flooring remain looking good for more. Once more, follow the directions on the tin carefully and make certain each coat is completely dry before going on to the next coat. Needless to say, it's crucial that the final coat is dry before replacing your furnishings or starting to re-use the room.
