If you have an old hardwood floor that is beyond refinishing you may think that you need to tear it out and start over. However there may be other options other than ripping out the entire floor. An inexpensive solution for an old ratty floor is learning how to paint hardwood floor. You may think that no one would want to learn how to paint hardwood floor, however this option is becoming more popular as people look for unique ways to customize their homes.
The first thing that you need to know when learning how to paint hardwood floor is that you will need to remove any obvious debris and scrap, sand and prime the floor before beginning. Many people choose to paint patterns such as diamonds, squares or even more complex patterns on their floor. Whatever your imagination decides, you can do it on your floor. Simply tape out the pattern before getting started.
Choose a water based paint that has a low shine. If you choose a paint that has a sealant in it as well, you will not have to be as concerned with water damage or wear and tear. One of the bonuses of learning how to paint hardwood floor is that even if you decide in a few years that the painted look is not for you, you can go back to the original look of the hardwood floor by refinishing it.
