Tile paint

Tile paint has become very popular lately since it’s a bright and relatively cheap idea for the old tile fireplace, floor and walls. Changing old tile for the new one can become a real headache, as it requires sufficient time and money resources. But you can paint your old tile so that it looks brand new to the most critical eye. This is a smart solution for everyone who longs to bring more diversity and creativity to the interior. In fact, you can have the atmosphere in your house changed every another year. An unlimited number of colors, prints and ornaments can transform your dwelling beyond recognition. Apply tile paint directly onto tile, concrete, brick, cardboard, ceramic, metal and wood! It will look fantastic on any of your old shabby materials, turning them into shiny works of art.

In the early days, the cheapest way to redecorate walls was changing wallpaper. No matter how high quality it was, it faded and went off the walls throughout the time. Today you can put tile on your walls (it will definitely stay there much longer) and just keep renewing it with tile paint. Thus, you save money and time and always have a possibility to keep up with the latest designer trends.

What you need to remember, making choice in favor of tile painting, is that you must avoid applying it on the surfaces that are constantly under the influence of moist. It means that if the walls or the floor in your bathroom are constantly wet, it won’t do. But you successfully can use it anywhere else in the house.

How to paint tile?

If you decided to paint your old tile, it’s better to turn to a specialist, no matter how keen you were on painting at school. To have the job done right, sometimes several unsuccessful attempts have to be made, and the whole business can be spoiled several times before you find strength to bring it finally to the end. We don’t want to risk your time and nerves and suggest the help of a professional. But at the same time it’s our duty to give you the idea of what is going to be done for you not to feel at a loss. Before applying tile paint, one should take the following steps:

• Cleaning and grouting the tile thoroughly to remove grease, dirt, or oil.
• Removing mold if any with bleach or hydrogen peroxide.
• Repairing all the underlying damage.
• Sanding the tile and cleaning the sanding dust.
• Priming the tile.

Only having it all done, tile paint you’ve chosen can be applied.