After you have one section.
Whitewash wood floor stain.
We recommend a water based matte or satin polyurethane finish on whitewashed or white stained floors.
If they have no permanent topcoat the finish of white pigment stained or whitewashed floors.
Whitewashing wood flooring gives a rustic feel that brightens your space and extends the life of scratched old floors.
Paint only a small section at a time because the solution dries quickly.
No matter which method you choose the resulting color will be a softer lighter version of the original stain.
The paint adds texture and depth.
Check out our easy to follow steps below to see how it s done.
Paint the entire surface with white paint and let it dry until tacky about 15 to 20 minutes.
Use it as a white wash stain.
To get started pick up a gallon of whitewash stain and two quarts of gray paint.
Make sure you apply an even pressure across the surface to get the best results.
Using the side of the candle roughly rub wax along the wood working quickly and sporadically leaving wax behind on the surface.
Use a rag to scrub the surface applying pressure over the wax areas to remove paint.
Apply a liming wax or diluted latex paint.
The first coat of whitewash creates a soft rustic white wash wood stain look.
Dip a rag into the paint and wipe it onto the wood surface.
Apply the whitewash in long thin strokes across your wood floor panels.
While the floor is still wet you can use a cloth to rub the whitewash into the wood.
This will help the whitewash to bond with the wood panels.
Results after the first whitewash application.
First dilute the white paint with water to a consistency of heavy cream.
Always go with the grain of the wood.
The whitewashed wood plank wall in the photo at top source from a modern farmhouse bathroom is a great example.
The beauty of this weathered wood finish is that you can truly embrace any imperfections that your piece of furniture may or may not have.
Use one of two ways to whitewash wood.
It has a bit of farmhouse and a bit of beachy.
Work in a well ventilated area and wear gloves throughout the entire process from stripping to applying the protective finish.
These floors give a light fresh and airy look for coastal decor contemporary modern farmhouse scandinavian decor or shabby chic styles.
Whitewashed hardwood floors are stylish again and quickly growing in popularity.
The stain will be the floor s core color.
Paint the whitewash on the floor using a 4 inch brush.