bathroom tile sealant paint

So Im curious.. how is yours holding up with no poly?? Should I do the grout refresh first or paint first? And thanks for your sweet words about my post! Our floor looks great, but after a week of drying and not using it, the floor is still a bit sticky. With the exception of glazed quarry tile (which doesnt bond well with paint), you can apply paint to most popular types of tile: ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, or even un-glazed quarry tile. And knowing you transformed your entire bathroom and cost you practically nothing has got to be one of the best feeljngs this world!!!! I followed your instructions to the letter, using the same brand of paint. Great job!!! It goes through more wear and tear as I spend a lot of time there. Hi Kris, I mixed the cleaner with water (per the instructions), mopped it onto the floor, let it sit for about 15 minutes, and then scrubbed the entire floor with a nylon scrub brush. How do your floors stand up to cleaning? I googled painting ceramic tile floors and found your site. You certainly came out with a great fix for an older floor with the painted finish to match the wall stencil color. Once a year I will pull my washing machine to clean at the back. I really enjoyed how you wrote this. I cant remember exact times but none of the steps are very time consuming and there is dry time between steps so its an easy project to do just an hour or so at a time! Did it as Im thinking of doing the same thing in our downstairs toilet.. Honestly, no I havent had an issue but our painted tile is in the bathroom and we dont wear shoes in the house so theres not a lot of dirt getting tracked in on it. This same product that I used to turn stained grout white is also available in different colors: https://www.drivenbydecor.com/how-clean-floor-tile-grout/, Our new apartment title floor in the restroom is kitchen red like at a fast food place :/ I already work at one I dont wanna come home to the same floor. https://www.drivenbydecor.com/does-painted-tile-last/. This is amazing! You will understand more on what to paint and what not to paint. Do you replace the entire medicine cabinet, or just remove the mirror and put the new mirror on? Amazing!! I never knew you can paint a caramic tile?? I love the bathroom floor you did!! A couple of questions about the wall stencil, how did you do the corners to align the design, and how did you know what kind of paint to mix for the stencil??? I was wondering how you clean painted tile. Painting the tile would be a cheap, quick fix for my fireplace surround. I just rolled over both the paint and tile. Do you ever have a project that ended up being so much easier than you expected that youre kicking yourself for procrastinating so long to do it? Periodically reseal the tiles to maintain the protection. Yours looks more porous. You can read more about how I stenciled the walls to look like wallpaper in {this post}, how I reworked our ancient towel bar in {this post}, and about the DIY art that I added over the toilet in {this post}. I am so proud of myself and cant wait for friends to see my efforts! Did you remove the toilet and sink pedestals before painting, or did you just paint around them? Having the right shower tile paint on your ceramic comes with amazing benefits. We recently purchased our city home in Merida. Welcome to my its-five-hundred-times-better-than-those-ugly-reddish-floors-were bathroom! 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Today, commercial paints formulated for use on tilemake it possible to restore the look of your tile floors, walls, and other bathroom surfacesor lend them a new one altogetherwith little more than a can! Thanks for being so detailed in your descriptions. Id just try to not go overboard with the amount of water its exposed to. for tile? I have several tiles floors and thought to myself, Could these be painted? Until now, the experts I asked said no. Thats really cool, it goes so well with your stenciled walls. I LOVE the color you chose to replace the old color on ???? Im curious if you followed that. We do have radiant heat in the floor, but I actually think that will be a plus if I wait until Fall to paint the tile, as it should enhance drying time. Is this paint will not peel through the years. Any recommendations for poly? And three coats isnt overkill because I used a roller that gives a very smooth finish but its also a thin finish. Does painting floor tile work if the floors are radiant heat? Can you do the same thing for wall tile? How large is the capacity if I may ask? I used a 1/4 nap small roller for a super smooth finish. I would like to paint the tile floors but am wondering if it is possible because of the style of my tiles. Does this paint have a bad odor like some of the other tile paint I have been reading about? Ceramic tiles styles also tend to go out of fashion making your bathroom unappealing. Superb result hard work during all the preparation .but my what a result for the money. What kind of polyurethane did you used? Beautiful! But the cost to remove and not disturb the wall tile was an insane amount. This is my first time visiting your blog, wow is all I can say. I am afraid painted floor tile will feel rough to the tough. Im still in awe of your stenciling job (those corners!) Heres what I did to get the job done (affiliate links included in post full disclosure statement available {here}): Sanding the tile helps helps scuff up the surface of it to help the primer adhere. What was the overall cost for doing this? I do wonder though, if painting them will hurt the resale value of the house any though. I would give it a few more days to fully dry because it shouldnt feel tacky. Ive never tried using it in an area with so much moisture Id be worried about how it would hold up long-term. My guy has picked a waterproof laminate wood look for the floor, but the walls need some change and we dont want to rip and redo tile! I have so many ideas in my head for things about the house but lack the know how. Brush away loose grout between or around the tiles. Your bathroom looks great by the way! Well I finally knocked this little DIY project out and it was so cheap and easy. Outstandingly gorgeous. If you decide to top coat it, I would speak with someone at a local reputable paint store to determine the best type of product to use I didnt research it since I didnt use polyurethane or another topcoat on mine.. The power of paint always amazes me! Hi, Im trying to find the Benjamin Moore floor paint you used but cant find it online. Do you prime and paint right over the grout as well? With paint, you can lighten, darken, or apply a pattern of your own design to your tile to fit any bathroom aesthetic, from a retro checkerboard pattern to a cool and contemporary geometric design. And Yes seal the paint. Just hoping it doesnt take weeks or months to resolve. Loving everything Ive quickly glanced at. Thank you! I sanded the tiles I had with the crud on them with 80 grit, did the whole floor with 120 grit, and then finished off with a quick once-over with a fine 240 grit. Someone mentioned about painting ceramic and the light bulb went off. I followed your post and my bathroom turned out amazingggg!!! After painting the tile, what are you doing with the grout. (And now off to browse the rest of your blog ). https://www.drivenbydecor.com/stenciling-how-to-tips-tricks-pics/, https://www.drivenbydecor.com/how-clean-floor-tile-grout/, https://www.drivenbydecor.com/does-painted-tile-last/. This will also help the tile primer to adhere on to the surface. Now you have me thinking I should fill inthe grout and paint the floor! Cheers! And with your knowledge, someday soon Ill brave it and recreate our bathroom I would talk to someone in a reputable local paint store about a specific sealing recommendation. This looks really good! Also, what matte roller did you use? Also, will this same method work for my shower? No one walked on the finished floor for 3 days. Love this and going to do this weekend. I greatly appreciate your suggestion. Or were you able to just sand/prime/paint around them? Would I need a finish on top of the paint to clean? Thanks so much for your inspiration. Can I use a glossy-oil (porch, floor & patio) paint or is a latex best?? Im not sure if you can help me with this but I thought I would ask. What would you say about this process for bathroom walls?? So if the painting doesnt turn out as pretty as yours, I wont freak out too much knowing it will get covered next year anyway. Great job! If you have a new interior project, choose colors that will complement each other to complete the look in your house. Great tips. I dont want all the tile painted but the grout is too light and always looks dity. I would think that you could paint wall tile the same way as floor tile but I wouldnt do it for tile exposed to a lot of water like tile in your shower. There are also affordable and cheap bathroom paint ideas to explore. I used a 1/4 nap small roller for a super smooth finish! I am going to try to do mine as well. Your bathroom is beautiful and the directions were so simple! Still super happy with it! Did you use new rollers between coats? thank you so much. Our bathroom is the kind that has matching lavender color tub, toilet and sink. All the ones I can find say they are meant for use on wood will they still work over the painted tile? I dont know if painting tile thats actually in the shower and being exposed to that much moisture and humidity would work. Ive searched your blog and IG account and cant find the answer. Ive done a few that werent as big as yours redoing an entire room, but its amazing how even just recovering pillows or painting a lamp, can make all the difference in the world!! I love it! Total investment was just over $70 and I couldnt be happier. Its absolutely gorgeous! But it will be easier than chipping and tearing up all that tile. Thank You! Amazing! Gone are the days when your only option for refreshing dingy, dated, or plain-Jane bathroom tile was to rip it out and replace it. I am thinking of painting my kitchen floor but we need to use it. Mark I cant say for sure because Ive never tried it with uneven tile but I wouldnt think it would be a problem! You also need to fix any cracks, chips and any other surfaces that could possibly prevent efficient painting. What a great fix to an ugly floor. Kris, No sanding, no stripper & cleaner but I did vacuum and washed the floor with Clorox & water. I have tried everything to get the glue up but nothing works. Hi looks wonderful. Ive been putting off replacing my floor tile because I really dont want to have to remove and reinstall my toilet. The truth is there are many bathroom color ideas to explore when it comes to painting ceramic tiles. Did you ever experience this? If its white tile paint or grey tile paint, consider colors that will provide the best ambiance in the room. Would you try this for the walls that were tiled to? Yes, prep is definitely key! I painted over these using Testors PLA model paint in black on the outer petals and grey in the center. I have a couple of accent tiles in the shower of the guest bathroom that Ive been giving the stink eye to. Impressive I also wanna give my kitchen and bathroom a make one thank you. Honestly, I usually just browse over these type of articles. Im attempting this much thought about project very soon and your instructions are the BEST!!! I am so glad I found your blog. Thanks! I was definitely torn on whether to seal mine with porch paint you technically dont need to seal it since the paint is made to withstand a lot of wear but sealing it with a polyurethane would definitely make painted tile more durable. Required fields are marked *. What Do You Do With Cracked Grout in the Corners of a Custom Shower? I think they would work for wall tiles that are on the walls in the bathroom itself but Im not sure if it would hold up on tile on the wall in a shower or bathtub because of the extreme moisture. Its only a 2 day project to finish the floors (since you have to allow for drying time between coats) but I would recommend giving it several days after youre done before subjecting it to everyday wear and tear and putting down rugs or mats youd be fine going in and out in socks though! Wow! And I think a pattern would look beautiful! What an amazing job youve done! Saturate the wall and floor tiles and the grout. It is gorgeous!!! Always use protective eyewear and an appropriate mask or respirator to prevent you from breathing in the sanding dust. The ceramic time floor was a hideous red. Costs for a day. Mine easily fits in my home washing machine! There are some minor scratches on the floor around the tile so at some point Ill give it a fresh top coat but overall its help up beautifully! Thank you! But I have a questions. Have I been living under a rock not knowing that they made bathmats that are long and narrow like this so that they span almost the whole width of the tub? Each tile has an uneven pattern so they are not smooth like your tiles. My only hesitation would be the tile in your shower and tub Im not sure painted tile will stand up to how wet and humid it is in the actual shower or not. Your bathroom looks amazing! Honestly, I prefer the before picture, with its bright, cheery colors. His extensive hands-on experience and understanding of the industry make him the go-to source for all things having to do with the home from advice on simple repairs, to complete remodels, to helping homeowners prepare their homes for extreme weather and seasons. I had that same birdcage wallpaper in my master bath, I love what you have done! I sooo needed one of these when my kids were little! Also thinking of doing a stencil design on these 8X8 tiles. You can certainly cut corners if you wish but thats not how I do things. If blemishes do appear in the paint job, simply use an artists paintbrush and your leftover paint to make touch-ups, then allowit to dry completely before re-sealing that portion. Thank you so much! Thank you for both these bathroom makeoversyou did a fabulous job. I loved your info and painting tiles info. Yes you should be able to do wall tiles the same way using the same steps as the floor! I decided I was going to paint my bathroom floors way back in 2014 when I was making over my space for the One Room Challenge but the stenciling of the bathroom walls took so long that I ran out of time to do it before my big reveal. Wow. I cant WAIT to dive into this project! Im concerned about putting down rugs or using it right now. Any heavy-duty stripper & cleaner should do the job you can get the one that I used online {here}. It looks great! After sanding, use a clean rag to get rid of any excess cleaner on the area you want to paint. Great detailed instructions too. RELATED: The Best Painted Floors on the Internet. I guess you can paint wall tile using the same method? I think it would likely work on wall tile too but I would hesitate to try it on tile exposed to water and a lot of moisture like wall tile in a shower. This is amazing. Do you have a specific type of polyurethane you recommend? The tiles go up and around a jetted tub too Sanding also helps to enhance the look of dull surfaces in your bathroom hence making it easier for you to paint the floor. Did you paint the tile in the shower itself or the tile on the floor? what a change! Ha! Thank you Any idea? I plan to fix those tiles and give the whole room a single recoat sometime this winter. Do you think it would work on the tile on the wall? its already sanded down and everything though the landlord did all that I need to just re paint it asap. What an improvement!!! Question: one or two coats of primer? What is your thought about doing this same painting process on a kitchen tile floor that gets higher traffic than a bathroom? I had so much fun with you this week! Reglazing is likely going to be a bit more durable in the long-run but also a lot more expensive. Thank you so much! SIGH OF RELIEF that this exists. Thanks! Hunting for something I think you wrote on choosing white paint colors, Hi Deborah glad you enjoyed the post. I would like to paint it if I could. How about just painting grout? Yes the blue was a rug and the red tile was under it. I didnt use a new roller between coats just covered the roller with plastic and stored it in the refrigerator between coats. I think that would probably work youd just need to paint it carefully so you dont get paint on the grout. It looks stunning. Do you think this would work in a large, high traffic area kitchen? In the event of such, you can always breathe some life back into your bathroom by painting old tiles. Its been several years now since doing this so I cant remember the exact amount of time I waited but I would follow the product instructions. I have recently just painted my bathroom tile floor and I was very skeptical about how easy it was gonna be and I was very surprised. I need to do the tiles in my kitchen and Im so afraid cuz I sweep and mop regularly. I am considering trying this in my kitchen but I have 2 dogs. To prepare tile for painting: Subscribe today for exclusive content & tips in your inbox! Its absolutely beautiful!! I was so frustrated with our tiles.Thought there was no hope then found your post. Thanks! Thanks so much for sharing your home and talent! The final result of your bath re-do is a lovely, stylish room to be proud of. Hi! The task of painting bathroom tile can be divided into five stages: surface preparation, priming, painting, pattern application, and sealing. I honestly dont think it would look very good to just paint the grout. Planning on some rugs in the bedrooms in the traffic patterns so thought this might save some $ while giving a beach look. Wish me luck:) Keep in mind that brighter paint colors are a better option for space-limited bathrooms; darker paint absorbs light and can have the effect of making a small bath look more constricted. Let the sealant set for a few minutes and then wipe off the surface of the tiles with an old rag. I just finished my daughters small 2/2 bath last week. What so you clean the floor with? Bathroom tile paint allows you to update your bathroom and explore different possibilities of making the room fresh. Get free, no-commitment estimates from pro painters near you. This prevents any unsightly areas from forming as the sealant dries. It all looks fabulous, especially the stencilling. I would also hesitate to paint tile in the shower not sure how that would hold up. I used the Low Sheen version of the paint I mentioned. Fingers crossed my project results look as wonderful as yours. Your painted tile floors look fantastic! Im going to do this to my pink 1960s tile. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Wow what a difference that made to your bathroom! Should You DIY a Bathroom Remodel or Hire a Professional? If you do a high traffic spot like that, Id definitely use a top coat. I revamped our bathroom with subway tile etc. This type of paint cures into a harder, more durable coat thatboasts more resistance to moisture, heat, and everyday wear-and-tear than its latex counterpart. Your articles are so helpful and I thank you. I have a basement floor Ive been giving the stink eye. Thank you for your instructions,the only problem is that Benjamin Moore paints arent available here in Australiaany thoughts on what I could use insteaddebz. Im always looking for some new project to do and am very interested in receiving your posts !! How has it held up ? Also, three coats of paint is definitely over-kill. Your email address will not be published. Where did that come into play!? Sponge, metal brush, rag or drop cloth to protect all adjoining areas. Then, how long should I let the product cure before doing the next step? This is amazing!!! This follow-up post has all the details! Youre came out amazing! It depends on which supplies you already have on hand but unless you need to buy a sander it should cost under $100 (not including any top coat you might add). Ceramic, porcelain, and unglazed quarry tile can take either latex or epoxy paint in one-part (pre-mixed) or two-part (ready-to-mix) varieties formulated for interior use. Any advise would be appreciated. Gorgeous! Your project looks great and cant wait to start mine. Kris, so excited to try this I think I am going to go the stencil route possibly. I shelled out to retile walls but doing the floor is just too much upheaval and cost. Now youd never know that my poor tile had such an ugly past! Natural stone tiles, on the other hand, need an acrylic latex paint formulated for interior masonry or stucco ($20 to $35 per gallon). I love doing DIY projects myself around the house! Please let me know if you experienced the same? Might do that when I recoat! Thanks Brenna! I used the benjamin moree floor paint thank to your recommendation. Anything you can add about using stencils please feel free, Thanks Rosie! Oh my word, this looks amazing. I think the tile in the before picture is actually the rug and the red tile that was painted is underneath the rug correct? Kris, you are a wonder! Time is fleeting. If the color of the tiles is grey, determine what color goes with grey tiles in the bathroom. The price was definitely a plus!! We are about to change our floors throughout the living room and all the bedrooms, This looks wonderful! Thanks Diana! Im confused about the before pictures. Hi Debi no I didnt remove either of those. I love what you did! You did an outstanding job, hope my tiny tiles turns out as well as yours did. I followed all of your directions, then put the first coat of Benjamin Moore Floor and Patio paint. Thank you for your help . Im currently flipping a house and have been cringing at the fact of pulling up ugly green tiles! Hiyouve done a great job the rooms look beautiful,clean and updated. I love seeing DIY mini makeovers that just need some elbow grease. Avoid painting floors and countertops. Hi Kris thank you for the story. Going to do this to my bathroom after reading this! Lol our entire house is a 1993 ranch house, great bones, but dated! I would never have used grey and white, thinking itd be too cold looking. Thanks for any suggestions. You are not only extremely talented but you are so brave! Vacuum up the debris and wipe the tiles with a dry old rag to remove any particles of dust left behind. Did you paint the wall tile or replace it? What sandpaper do you recommend? A point to note when painting is that; If a second coverage is needed, keep in mind the type of paint you are using and focus on how does tile paint work for an extended life. My only question/concern now is based on your advice to stay off of it for a few days, Im wondering if thats a definite must do? Marty thank you so much! I;m going to try this in the kitchen, since, were empty nesters and Im usually the only one in there. Hi kris and thanks for sharing! Im glad that you found this post helpful! Proper ventilation will enable faster drying of the sealant as well. Therefore, take time to use a primer that guarantees the best bonding quality end result. We bought a mid-century modern home 2 years ago when we moved back to St. Louis. Karen. I have ceramic tile floors in my bathroom that I dislike because of the color. Do you think the paint which you recommend would stand up to daily dose of shower water or its better to go with epoxy paint? Thank you so much! Whats wit the blue tile? Thank you! Her work focuses on tutorials and self-help articles. Who knew that painting a tile floor would be so relatively easy and super affordable. What was used to lift the flowers and soap dispenser up off of the pedestal sink? Thanks for the great information. I can actually get them a lot cleaner than I could my old tile. I find DIY projects to be super rewarding too! I was looking for a post on how to paint a bathroom floor. This looks great. The new look on you bathroom is absolutely gorgeous! Yes! Looks amazing! Below, weve outlined the six things to know before you even pick out a paint color. How long did it take you I have three little ones so I cant have the project take too long. When applying the primer, ensure to use a small roller and a painting over tiles brush simultaneously. How are your tiles holding up today? Your bathroom looks amazing! I am goi g to paint my bathroom floor but planning to use a stencil for design. There are many beautiful ceramic floor tile paint to choose from in the market. Thank you so much for your makeover step-by-step!

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