So i wanted to show you how it turned out and also share the whitewash stain formula that i ended up using.
White wash flooring technique.
Whitewashing wood flooring gives a rustic feel that brightens your space and extends the life of scratched old floors.
Different products and techniques will produce different whitewash finishes from distressed to pickled to glazed.
Mix paint and water to desired consistency for this example i used equal parts.
Pickling is the best choice for white staining oak.
Airy kitchens original photo on houzz whitewash finish options.
Once the whitewash has dried use a clear water based finish to protect the wood.
Technique 1 paint and water.
It is good for all types of wood and easy to do on both floors and walls.
Materials list amazon links.
Adding a whitewash coat which consists of a mix of white paint and water is a great.
Painting over your hardwood may seem risky but with the right techniques and instructions your floors can end up looking stunning.
If you want to change the look of your hardwood floors try whitewashing sometimes called pickling.
The best stains finishes and techniques for whitewashed hardwood flooring.
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Gently brush on the clear finish to protect both the wood and the stain.
Regardless of what trends come and go whitewashing and pickling have always been go to ways to add rustic cozy charm to a space.
This is the easiest way to white wash wood and the most commonly used.
Whitewashed hardwood floors are stylish again and quickly growing in popularity.
Dip rag in mixture and apply it liberally to the wood as you would a stain wiping over it with a rag to evenly distribute it.
How to whitewash pine wood or other smooth finish wood using a rag and diluted paint.
My whitewashed red oak floor isn t finished yet but we did get the most important and definitely the most difficult step finished yesterday the actual whitewashing of the wood floor.
These floors give a light fresh and airy look for coastal decor contemporary modern farmhouse scandinavian decor or shabby chic styles.
To get started pick up a gallon of whitewash stain and two quarts of gray paint.
The floor still needs to be polyurethaned and that will happen later this week.