Use a rag to scrub the surface applying pressure over the wax areas to remove paint.
Whitewash wood floor stain.
Dip a rag into the paint and wipe it onto the wood surface.
The first coat of whitewash creates a soft rustic white wash wood stain look.
Paint the whitewash on the floor using a 4 inch brush.
Check out our easy to follow steps below to see how it s done.
First dilute the white paint with water to a consistency of heavy cream.
Oct 18 2018 white wash wood floors.
No matter which method you choose the resulting color will be a softer lighter version of the original stain.
Work in a well ventilated area and wear gloves throughout the entire process from stripping to applying the protective finish.
The whitewashing gives a nice touch of color while still showing the graining and natural beauty of the wood.
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.
The paint adds texture and depth.
These floors give a light fresh and airy look for coastal decor contemporary modern farmhouse scandinavian decor or shabby chic styles.
If they have no permanent topcoat the finish of white pigment stained or whitewashed floors.
Use one of two ways to whitewash wood.
We recommend a water based matte or satin polyurethane finish on whitewashed or white stained floors.
Make sure you apply an even pressure across the surface to get the best results.
Use it as a white wash stain.
Apply a liming wax or diluted latex paint.
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Results after the first whitewash application.
Using the side of the candle roughly rub wax along the wood working quickly and sporadically leaving wax behind on the surface.
The stain will be the floor s core color.
While the floor is still wet you can use a cloth to rub the whitewash into the wood.
After you have one section.
Paint only a small section at a time because the solution dries quickly.
Paint the entire surface with white paint and let it dry until tacky about 15 to 20 minutes.
Apply the whitewash in long thin strokes across your wood floor panels.
This will help the whitewash to bond with the wood panels.
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.
It has a bit of farmhouse and a bit of beachy.