Linoleum paint

Thanks to the floor painting, the room itself can be significantly changed externally, to give it a novelty and style, and spending a minimum of time and money on it. Due to the fact that the floors are subjected to the greatest load every day, they wear out much faster than the surfaces of walls, ceilings and furniture. That is why it is necessary to properly protect the coating from damage, for example, to cover it with linoleum. It can also be painted like other parts of the room when it becomes outwardly unattractive and shabby. But the paint for linoleum should be chosen very carefully, since not all solutions are suitable for this purpose. If you follow the tips described in the article below, you can easily pick up the necessary material for painting and do everything with high quality.

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What is linoleum?

Modern technologies are actively developing, but despite this, linoleum is still the most popular material for flooring, as it was ten years ago. And this is not surprising, because it perfectly combines quality and price, thanks in fact, which is why it bypasses other materials in all respects.

The positive aspects of linoleum are:

• Simplicity and ease of use. You can wash it with any detergents or ordinary running water, because it is already perfectly washed.
• High humidity. Neither a drop of water, nor even whole puddles at all affect its functionality.
• Low heat conductivity, due to which the floor remains warm.
• Excellent sound insulation.
• Universality. It is suitable for any apartment, industrial premises and even household facilities.
• Plastic. You can even walk on it barefoot - this will be a complete pleasure, due to the fact that linoleum absorbs external loads well and does not slip.

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Can linoleum be stained?

For many people, painting linoleum is a controversial issue, because you need to take into account a lot of nuances and carefully prepare. First you need to determine what kind of surface you have to paint, and only then spend money on tools and paints.

Linoleum has not one layer, but several:

• The protective layer is a thin, almost invisible transparent layer of polyvinyl chloride. It is its thickness that affects the mechanical stability of the coating and its durability.
• Layer with a picture - it can be anything, the choice depends only on the consumer.
• The front layer, which is made of polyvinyl chloride and serves as the main one for applying the necessary pattern or stencil.
• A fiberglass layer, that is, the basis of the material - it is he who collects all the layers into a single whole.
• Substrate.

Important! The thicker each linoleum layer is, the higher its quality. But remember that too soft and thick materials can not be painted, because it will instantly fall away. Ideally suited for painting, it is outdated coatings that have already been caking from time, because they are as tight as possible on the floor and have a rigid structure.

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How to choose the right paint for linoleum and how to work with it?

So, which linoleum paint is perfect? Today, the following types of coloring materials are in greatest demand:

• Alkyd;
• Oil;
• Acrylic

And now more about each material.

Features of alkyd paints

Such paints are considered the most high-quality and advanced. They are made on the basis of alkyd varnish, thanks to which they become so durable, flexible and resistant to moisture, high temperature and direct sunlight. Such paint dries very quickly, which is especially true when painting linoleum.

Important! Its only minus is too pungent smell.

Characteristics of oil paints

Paints with an oil base are considered a more budgetary option, and they gradually recede into the background, although they lie perfectly on the surface.

Important! The disadvantage of such bases is a strong smell, not only during painting, but also after drying, and it lasts quite a long time.

What are acrylic paints?

They differ from their counterparts in a longer service life and are ideal for painting linoleum. In addition, they are considered the most practical - you can paint them with floors not only in the kitchen, but also in any room of the house.

Important! If during painting you accidentally hook some piece of furniture or interior, you can wash everything with plain water. Acrylic paints do not emit harsh odors and only dry for several hours. They are really high quality and deserve attention.

Technique and tools necessary for coloring linoleum

Painting linoleum is a difficult process, but in addition to dyeing materials, you also need to purchase tools that can come in handy when performing work:

• Naturally, first of all, you need to stock up on brushes and rollers for painting.
• Also, it will not be superfluous to purchase a special tray or a tray in which it will be convenient to breed paint.
• You will also need to work: clean rags, a bucket for water, soda, brush, putty or sealant, varnish or primer, masking tape, mask and gloves.

How to paint linoleum in high quality, what rules should be followed?

The process of staining linoleum involves several very important steps, each of which deserves special attention and careful implementation.

Stages of painting:

1. First you should carefully inspect the floor to check what condition it is in. Having discovered cracks, check whether they will crack, otherwise - all your work will go down the drain. Paint for linoleum, even the highest quality, will never ideally lie on the corrugated floor - this must be taken into account. In this case, you will have to completely replace the floor covering.
2. Floor cleaning. Thoroughly clean linoleum with a brush and a good detergent to remove dirt and grease from it. This is especially true for painting floors in the kitchen. If the surface is still shiny, then try treating it with a special wax remover or grease remover. Then wash the floor so that not a drop of cleaning agent remains on it - then let it dry well.
3. Sanding the floor. Using medium or fine sandpaper, sand the floor before painting. During grinding do not forget about corners, edges. This will remove any remaining wax that you might have missed during the preparation phase.
4. Padding. Buy a primer for floors, with a brush or roller, apply it to the surface, preferably in several layers, so that it becomes perfectly even. Then let it dry. This cycle of work is necessary so that the adhesion of the surface to the applied solution is as strong as possible.
5. Linoleum painting. With a brush or roller, paint the floor, carefully passing corners, edges.

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Remember, you need to clearly follow the advice and observe the technology of work at each stage in order to achieve the desired result. Then, even inexpensively bought paint for linoleum will give exactly the result that you expected - your house will sparkle with new colors and you will be more pleased to be in it.