Make sure you apply an even pressure across the surface to get the best results.
How to whitewash old hardwood floors.
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There are 2 basic ways to get a whitewashed look on hardwood floors pending on how white vs.
The stain will be the floor s core color.
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This involves scuffing up the finish with a floor buffer and applying a refresher coat.
While the floor is still wet you can use a cloth to rub the whitewash into the wood.
Use a white stain the best white stain we ve found is bona white.
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Paint the whitewash on the floor using a 4 inch brush.
Paint only a small section at a time because the solution dries quickly.
To get started pick up a gallon of whitewash stain and two quarts of gray paint.
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After you have one section.
Check out our easy to follow steps below to see how it s done.
Whitewashing wood flooring gives a rustic feel that brightens your space and extends the life of scratched old floors.
How subtle you want the floors to look.
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Always go with the grain of the wood.
The paint adds texture and depth.