How to paint bathroom tiles with a stencil
Guys, I just finished an intense project, and I am about to give you my honest opinion. All over Pinterest, I have seen people painting their tile floors.
Therefore, I thought this would be a good idea.
Don’t get me wrong, I love the results. My bathroom is gorgeous, and I am so happy with the new vibe. However, I had to sell my soul to get there.
A few tips before I get to the nitty, gritty of this project:
- If you can just buy tiles with a design already, do that.
- Be prepared to not use this bathroom for an extended period of time.
- Try to pick a stencil that is not as complicated as mine.
- Be prepared to be the touch-up queen
Basically, this project is not for the faint of heart.
Here is what you will need:
Epoxy paint (one color for your tile, a second for your stencil)
Polyurethane sealant
Roller
Stamping brush
Stamping detail brush
Brush for sealant
Sandpaper
Heavy-duty cleaner/degreaser
Painter’s tape
Steps:
Clean your bathroom floor thoroughly
Sand your tile with heavy-duty sandpaper
Clean up sanding mess
Line edges of floor with painter’s tape
Paint floor with your base color (I used black). Let it dry for over 5 hours. I used three coats.
After your are done with your base color, allow to dry for an entire day.
Place stencil on tile and stamp brush with second color (I used white). Go over stencil at least two times to get a solid color.
TIP: You are going to want to use a light layer to prevent bleeding on the stencil. I stamped a light layer, allowed the stencil to sit for 5 minutes, and then I added a second layer.
Use a smaller stamping brush to touch up messes.
Allow design to dry for one day.
Apply polyurethane with a regular brush. Allow layer to completely dry before adding another coat.
Let floor dry for two days before regular use!
Before and After-
What is the toughest project you ever tackled?
