DIY Tile Stencil on Bathroom Floor Before & After
Upon moving into our new home, my top priority was to make it cozy and livable as soon as possible. To achieve this, I relied heavily on one simple solution: paint. From shower stalls, tiles, bath tubs, vanities, to walls, floors, and even kitchen countertops, every surface was given a fresh coat of paint. With this method, we were able to quickly transform the entire house to fit our style and preferences.
In this article, we will demonstrate how a mere $100 investment can result in a complete renovation of your outdated and old tiles. Say goodbye to your old tiles and say hello to a fresh, new look with these simple steps.
Begin by researching styles, colors, and themes that catch your eye. I chose a modern farmhouse style with black, white, and gray hues. However, keep in mind that a white floor could be challenging to maintain. You may want to consider a darker base color, as the grout lines tend to be more noticeable with white bases.
Choose a stencil style and size (measure your tile) and order it online. I chose endless circles from Royal Design - https://www.royaldesignstudio.com/products/endless-circles-tile-stencil. If you order two stencils – one to keep whole and the other to cut for corners and partial tiles. - it will make the job much easier.
3. Clean the floor thoroughly before you begin.
2 Coats Primer
4. Apply a Kiltz oil-based primer to the floor.
Base Coat - White Rustoleum floor paint
5. Paint the floor with your base color using Rustoleum indoor floor paint from Home Depot.
6. Place the stencil down and use a small roller to apply the secondary color (Rustoleum indoor floor paint). Ensure that the roller does not have too much paint on it.
7. Seal the floor with a poly (Rustoleum indoor floor paint sealer). I used matte because it is safer for more slippery surfaces that may become wet. However, I did not use enough sealer. In hindsight, I would suggest applying at least four coats of the paint sealer to prolong the floor's life.
