Use our stain color guide to pick the right stain color for your wood projects.
Whitewash floor stain.
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Customize color or achieve a darker color by adding additional coats.
Oct 18 2018 white wash wood floors.
White wash classic wood interior varathane 1 qt.
These floors give a light fresh and airy look for coastal decor contemporary modern farmhouse scandinavian decor or shabby chic styles.
Whitewashed hardwood floors are stylish again and quickly growing in popularity.
Apply the white stain with a brush.
Use one of two ways to whitewash wood.
White wash classic wood interior stain provides a rich natural color that beautifully enhances the wood grain.
White wash shown on bare wood.
No matter which method you choose the resulting color will be a softer lighter version of the original stain.
Make sure to work white stain into any knots that may be in the wood to accentuate the knot.
Work in a well ventilated area and wear gloves throughout the entire process from stripping to applying the protective finish.
The stain will be the floor s core color.
Once the stain has set up for 2 to 3 minutes work the stain into the wood using a rag and wipe away the excess stain wiping gently with the grain.
To get started pick up a gallon of whitewash stain and two quarts of gray paint.
The paint adds texture and depth.
Whitewashing wood flooring gives a rustic feel that brightens your space and extends the life of scratched old floors.
Applies easily with high quality synthetic brush lint free cloth or foam applicator.
The tried and true techniques are easy low budget means of quickly transforming furniture walls floors ceilings and nearly any other wood surfaces you can think of.
Regardless of what trends come and go whitewashing and pickling have always been go to ways to add rustic cozy charm to a space.
Check out our easy to follow steps below to see how it s done.
Apply a liming wax or diluted latex paint.