What to Use to Protect a Faux Painted Floor?

by THAT Painter Lady on Sunday, May 20, 2007

Do you want to cover up your ugly floor? Wouldn’t you love to paint a finish on your bathroom or kitchen floor that would liven up the space? But… you just know it will wear off or be damaged by water.

This question was recently asked by a reader:

Hello, to start I want to say I love your site.  Now the question. I am doing a faux tile finish on a bathroom floor. Can you tell me what I put on top to keep the paints from being worn down or damaged by water. Thank you, Sheree

You might guess that I would recommend an exotic product, but I have an easy answer for all of you.

Allow the surface to dry completely then seal with 3 coats of water based Urethane Clear Sealer
in “gloss” finish.  Do follow manufacturer’s directions when using all products.

Basic sealers from the Big Box Stores will work.  You will find them in the paint aisle. Oil Baled Sealer Finish“>Oil-based sealers create a deeper shine than water-based sealers, but develop a slight amber tint over time. Water-based sealers remain completely clear, but are less durable than oil-based sealers.

You could use floor wax, but they will turn amber very quickly and they don’t provide the protection.

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Goldie Barrett Tuesday, June 19, 2007 at 7:03 pm

I have found that the best water based sealers are the ones made for wood floors. I used a Woodsman sealer over a concrete painted kitchen floor, 2 coats, and after over 2 years, it is still holding up well.

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