6 best floor paints

With all the richness of choice of flooring, wooden floors are still popular with homeowners. In fact, it is difficult to find the material better, cheaper and more environmentally friendly, in addition, the wood perfectly performs the functions of heat and sound insulation, looks great in any design and can last more than 50 years.

On the other hand, without the correct finishing, the fiberboard or a tree on the floor will not justify one-tenth of the tasks assigned to it. If they are not covered with paint or the paint is chosen incorrectly, the wooden floor will not withstand the variability of the temperature and humidity conditions and will undergo rapid destruction.

It is equally important to protect the paint and concrete surface. It is characterized by high porosity, which during the operation of the floor leads to increased wear and dust formation. Considering that concrete floors today are being settled not only in industrial and commercial buildings, but also in home workshops, storerooms and on verandas, the choice of the floor should also be approached thoroughly.

What kinds of paints can be used to protect the above surfaces? There are several of them, and each option has its pros and cons:

• acrylic - moisture and temperature resistant, non-toxic, wear-resistant, but more expensive than other paintwork materials;
• alkyd oil - the most affordable, easy to apply and create a reliable barrier against moisture penetration, however, they have a sharp smell and a long drying time;
• alkyd enamel - in terms of performance, they are considered better than oil ones, as they dry faster and are easier to clean, but are still toxic and fire hazardous;
• epoxy - very durable, resistant to abrasion and chemicals, for a long time remain unchanged color, of the minuses - are presented in a narrow palette of colors and require mixing immediately before dyeing;
• rubber - are not cheap, but they have proven themselves in operation, as they form an elastic, UV-resistant, shock and abrasion resistant layer on the floor, are free from unpleasant odor and are very economical.

The modern range of LCP is very rich, and it is difficult for an ordinary buyer to understand. We have created a rating, which selected the best in their group of colors. They deserve maximum positive feedback from customers on several key characteristics: efficiency, durability, safety and drying speed.

Top wood floor paints

In the presented category there are paints whose properties are optimally manifested when applied to wooden floors and fiberboard. Unlike transparent varnishes, the paint completely changes the appearance of wood, giving it a particular color. Therefore, when choosing a wide range of colors is of great importance. Also during the selection process, we paid attention to the lack of intense odor, abrasion resistance, ease of application and affordability.

3 Enamel acrylic "Profi" VD-AK-1179

Is there an inexpensive floor enamel that doesn't smell at all? It turns out, yes, and this is acrylic enamel paint from the Russian brand VGT. Thanks to its well-chosen composition, it practically does not wear out, is distinguished by high light and water resistance and can be used for painting surfaces made of concrete, wood, fiberboard, including doors, furniture and other interior elements.A distinctive feature of the material is low consumption - about 100 g / m²however, double application is recommended to enhance the decorative and performance properties.

Judging by the content reviews, the manufacturer’s statements are confirmed by practical experience. The coating lays down smoothly and even on fiberboard keeps as wear-resistant. After dyeing, there is no need to move out of the house or apartment for a while in order not to be poisoned by toxic flavors. The paint dries no faster and no longer than the rest - the next layer can be applied after 2 hours, and complete drying under normal conditions is achieved after 24 hours.

2 PF-266 Lakra

This paint belongs to the group of alkyd enamels and comes in a condition that is suitable for use. It is not expensive, it is not afraid of moisture, temperature differences and sunlight, therefore it is widely used in floor painting. The resulting coating is considered one of the most wear-resistant, and this can be seen on the 20-year-old floors of wood and fiberboard, which were previously painted only with “PF-kami”. It is easy to work with such material, but since it contains alkyd varnish and white spirit, there is a strong odor in the unventilated room, which disappears in 1-2 weeks.

The choice of shades is small and is limited to three names - yellow-brown, golden-brown and red-brown. However, they are universal and satisfy the requirements of most customers. Full drying time is 24 hours for each layer, while furniture placement is allowed no earlier than 5–6 days. If you are not in a hurry and are ready to put up with specific flavors for a few days in exchange for cheapness, quality and durability of the flooring, this enamel is what you need.

1 Betolux Aqua Tikkurila

The famous Finnish manufacturer has developed this paint specifically for concrete and wooden floors, also for internal stairs. It is universal and suitable not only for the initial finish, but also for the restoration of the floor, previously varnished or painted with epoxy or alkyd paint. Its main advantage is quick drying. An hour after applying the 1st layer can be taken as the 2nd. Thus, priming and 2- or 3-layer staining can be performed in one day.

In reviews, the paint is praised for the absence of any odor even during the dyeing process. It is called friendly to home craftsmen with no experience in painting: water-soluble material, so all the flaws can be easily removed without the use of solvents. His covering ability, that is, the ability to completely paint over the base with one layer, is also positively noted. But for the treatment of the floor on the veranda "Betolux Aqua" is better not to use - it is intended only for indoor use.

Top paint for concrete floors

The peculiarity of special compositions for the coating of concrete is their strength, which is achieved by introducing binding components. As a result of processing, the concrete base for a long time looks presentable, acquires waterproofing properties and is able to withstand most chemical and mechanical loads.

3 Enamel for concrete floors "Profi" Tex

The alkyd-urethane composition of this enamel is designed to create a protective layer on a concrete, wooden or metal base that can withstand a high operational load. So it can be safely used in garages and warehouses, as well as in outdoor premises under a shed - sports fields, on verandas, balconies and terraces. Moreover, the manufacturer allows its application in children's, administrative and medical institutions.

Thanks to the alkyd base, the paint penetrates deep into wood or concrete and reliably protects them from moisture penetration, therefore, in reviews, it is recommended to use it in rooms with high humidity.It doesn’t dry quickly - 8–10 hours “to touch”; besides, the smell is not very pleasant, but if you know about these shortcomings in advance and provide ways to solve them (lay enough time for drying, organize through ventilation, do not operate the room during repair), the paint will do well.

2 Teknofloor teknos

If you want to paint the concrete floor inside or outside the room so that it can withstand washing and moderate physical impact, we recommend Teknofloor gloss paint. It is rather dense, if necessary, diluted with Teknosolv 1621 solvent and economical in application: depending on the condition of the substrate, 1 l of paint can be processed up to 12 square meters. m. floor. In the reviews indicate that after the main work there is still enough material to paint the elements of brick and fiberboard, for example, on the veranda or balcony.

To reduce consumption, it is worth doing pre-priming with the help of the same paint, but diluted with the usual "White spirit". Such a procedure with a well-prepared surface can eliminate the need for applying another layer. Like all high-quality paints, the material can be applied as a brush or roller, and spray. After an hour, dust will not stick to it, after 10 hours, a new coating can be walked on, but a second layer can be applied only in a day.

1 Drylok Latex Concrete Floor Paint

The US corporation United Gilsonite Laboratories is one of the most famous premium-class paint and varnish coatings on the market. Drylok products are designed to create a wear-resistant film on concrete and stone surfaces - vertical and horizontal, interior and exterior, for garages, patios and terraces. The universal fast-drying composition does not require pre-priming, it perfectly withstands any climatic conditions, it dries completely after 5 hours and stably transfers mechanical loads up to the movement of vehicles.

Needless to say that reviews about this product are only positive. There are complaints about the high cost, but it is not considered a disadvantage due to the excellent characteristics of the material. As it dries, it turns into a protection that has not been exposed to acids, alkalis, cleaning agents and adverse weather conditions for years.

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