Painting Vinyl and Linoleum Floors

[@christopherskiles3870]

A little advice from a like long painter. Use a wider roller and an extension handle and you can do this standing up instead of crawling around on your hands and knees.

[@JulieBlanner]

Great tip. Thanks for following along!

[@kristyhuvensohns2583]

Thank you for your intelligent advice...will do it your way Mr. Skiles

[@raffinataonline]

That's what I did for my deck floor. It was a knee saver. 👍

[@gaiaimages854]

Iike long or life long

[@gaiaimages854]

Make a tutorial

[@jpye673]

Can you post an update with how the floor looks a year later?

[@susannakpetersen]

I have watched several people's videos and yours is the most thorough.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Susanna, I truly appreciate it! I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@DavyoInVegas]

I’ve painted a lot of floors and pouring paint on the floor and then spreading it with a roller can be a disaster if your floor is not completely level. Floor paint should be rolled on in thin layers, especially when doing a large area. Also, Rust-Oleum makes a paint called Floor Cover that is specifically designed for painting vinyl and ceramic tiles. Porch paint is for painting porous surfaces such as wood and concrete. For anyone thinking about painting any type of tile I would highly recommend checking out videos on the Rust-Oleum Floor Cover paint.

[@redcoralstrand]

Julie, I’m going to do my floor your way! Thanks for the great video!

[@JulieBlanner]

Love it!!!!

[@Giannina-LoveThemAll]

So satisfying to watch! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@Dominick13777]

You said that it takes 30 days for it to cure. Does that mean you cannot walk on the surface for 30 days?

[@JulieBlanner]

This paint can handle foot traffic after 24 hours. It just takes longer to fully harden

[@koll.cherizard]

I really love this video Julie. I stumbled upon it while looking for ways to quickly refresh my floors. Thanks for adding this out here...

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! I truly appreciate your kindness and you taking a moment to comment. Best wishes on an incredible refresh!

[@OnPointFighting]

Very helpful. I have to do my kitchen floor.

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you!

[@Donna-vh5ym]

I know this is a year old....but, you just saved me so much money. I immediately subscribed. Thanks so much...xoxo

[@JulieBlanner]

Welcome Donna! That makes me so happy to hear!

[@Jennifer42278]

Awesome video thank you for this. Question... After using porch paint should you use a sealant to further protect it? I have two cats and a small dog and am really worried about how their little paws and claws will scuff up the nice job I do when I do it... Help! 💕

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Jennifer, glad you enjoyed this. We did not use a sealer as it is a low traffic area. However, I would recommend using the Stix Primer and Benjamin Moore Impervo. It is supposed to hold up wonderfully!

[@marlysblanche4270]

Thank you so much, I’m doing a video on budget friendly Bathroom. Very helpful .

[@JulieBlanner]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tammyhale1243]

What color is the floor paint? I like that light color? Is it the same color as your walls?

[@suzynbarton-corder2705]

Hi Julie. Just wanted to know if you painted under the washer and dryer or painted around it?

[@JulieBlanner]

I cheated and painted around figuring no one would look underneath. It was just too much effort to disconnect to move them.

[@ursulashertzer6233]

Hello Julie! Would you do a tutorial on how to refinish a cast iron bathtub? Your videos/tutorials are very helpful. Thank you!

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Ursula, I don't have one. Thanks for following along!

[@Guttergirl61]

I want to do my kitchen. How would I go about this with the fridge and stove? Thanks for the great video

[@JulieBlanner]

Can you move your fridge out? The over option would be to paint around it using painters tape and just painting carefully.

[@nikkitw3]

I want to move my appliances but cant wait 30 days to put them back...

[@jamiehawley5244]

@@nikkitw3this is my concern as well, I want to do this in my laundry room but can’t go 30 days.

[@rachellebrooke4614]

Looks fabulous Julie!

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Rachelle!

[@heatherw260]

What type or brand paint do you recommend?

[@JulieBlanner]

I recommend Benjamin Moore or Sherwin Williams. It's worth it for a durable finish.

[@scarlettwinters5642]

But what kind of paint is it?

[@magriffing3497]

@@scarlettwinters5642 Porch paint

[@andreasupermommy]

Thank you for this video. So you said it takes 30 days to fully cure so can the floor still be walked on? I'm thinking of doing this in our bathrooms. Any suggestions?

[@JulieBlanner]

Thanks, Andrea! You can absolutely walk on it, just don't slide furniture across, etc. It's a nice durable finish.

[@karadewildt8537]

Can you placed furniture on it?

[@abbypalen4965]

Any tips for patterned squares 😭

[@Lostinstarsss]

How does this hold up? I have so many questions since it is a high traffic area, I have pets and it gets so much use. Has yours held up?

[@JulieBlanner]

Ours has held up well, but it's not the highest traffic area in our house...

[@towardsthelight4919]

Two questions one what happens if you have cracks in the linoleum tiles how do you do fix that?.. also unfortunately I don’t have another kitchen and the kitchen is on the way to the bathroom. So what do you do for 30 days I don’t have somewhere else to live can you still walk over it lightly with socks or what is the best policy?

[@cm9214]

We have old vinyl tiles that contain asbestos. Should I do a sealant over the old tiles or can I just paint over the tiles after prepping them?

[@JagoffCitizen]

It's this fact that worries me about this video. In no circumstances should people be sanding these tiles!

[@alexandrajeffries9273]

I just bought new linoleum plank flooring, can I use polyurethane on them after installation? there the floating type.

[@eliseelliott3577]

What do you recommend with floor that has a chip in it? Is there a filler I could use?

[@JulieBlanner]

I don't have any experience with painting over a chipped floor. Sorry!

[@gfrogger7]

I looked over your detailed instructions online. After you paint the floor two times is this when you would use the stencil? Do you recommend to also use floor paint for the inside of what your painting the stencil? Is there something you can put over the top of the floor paint to make it shiny or seal it?

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Jennifer, Yes, I would apply the base color first (using the method shown in my video) and then use your second color and stencil afterwards using a floor paint. Sealing the floors afterwards would add extra durability.

[@gfrogger7]

@@JulieBlanner do you have a recommended sealing agent?

[@JulieBlanner]

@@gfrogger7 We did not use a sealer as it is a low traffic area. However, I would recommend using the Stix Primer and Benjamin Moore Impervo. It is supposed to hold up wonderfully! :)

[@gfrogger7]

@@JulieBlanner thank you!

[@shockwave1126]

I placed stick on back splash toe of vinyl tile to my mantle. It has texture which I want to keep. Is sanding still needed?

[@JulieBlanner]

Sanding often helps to "smooth out" a paint job and can help with paint adherence, but it sounds like you will likely be fine, especially since you like the texture already!

[@thesoundofeverything8023]

I just bought a lovely home, new vinyl planks gray I did not like cz my decor is all Scandi type… I m afraid of my skills cz everything on yt seems easy and when I do it looks like was made by a 2 yo😂 so Im afraid but I ll try in a few spare planks and test my skills. Thank you. If it works it will look awesome.. im just a bit afraid how some areas with more traffic will hold it after a while… happy 24❤

[@JulieBlanner]

Testing it first is such a great idea!

[@ufcmadman732]

How do you clean the painted floors in future? Does it still clean like the lino before? Or does the paint come away?

[@JulieBlanner]

We clean it with a gentle, everyday cleaner. The paint held quite well, but we ended up doing the whole floor in tile recently. You can check that out at julieblanner.com/herringbone-floor/

[@bnellaniyah]

Hi great video! Do you have suggestion for covering up scrapes or damage to the floor before painting? Thanks

[@JulieBlanner]

google "Julie Blanner paint over stained wood" to learn more about it, enjoy!

[@nataleeamati2430]

No Primer?

[@memoryscrapper]

I would love to know the gray color used on your cabinets.

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi! They’re stock cabinets but I shared the color code I used to match the crown here julieblanner.com/laundry-room-decor/ Enjoy!

[@perfectpeace352]

What is the color of the cabinet in the background?

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi! It's a beautiful griege! You can find all the info, including the color code, here - julieblanner.com/laundry-room-decor/

[@katberkley5853]

How long does it need to dry to be safe to breathe?

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi! The paint can will tell you how long it needs to dry. We didn’t have any issues at all 😊

[@faedoe5215]

Really helpful- thank you!❤️

[@JulieBlanner]

You're so welcome!

[@robinsmith8846]

Come do mine! Lol socal!

[@lisahenry6235]

Hello there, I have a question what color did u use on the floor. Thank you

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi! We matched it to our walls - it’s Soft Chamois

[@jfaught4139]

I used a porch paint for my floor tiles, however, I forgot to use primer. Will this first coat need to come off before I can complete this job?

[@JulieBlanner]

Unfortunately I’m not sure how a porch paint works with linoleum/vinyl, so I cannot make a recommendation

[@SpecsAppeal]

@@JulieBlanner Wwwhaaattt? Isn't this ENTIRE video about painting vinyl/linoleum with porch paint?!? That's the video name...so confused now...🤔

[@laurie4275]

I'm completely baffled too. In the video she states this is exactly what she did, and then in her response to your comment, states she doesn't know how that would work. Confused by the contradiction here....

[@AlejandroGomez-nj3ji]

If doing a bathroom, how long until the bathroom is functional ?

[@JulieBlanner]

Your specific paint will tell you on the side of the can.

[@cynthiarose221]

Off topic, what color is your cabinets?! I love that color

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you! It's a custom color, but you can grab the code here: julieblanner.com/laundry-room-decor/ Enjoy!

[@AshRenee85-t7s]

Wait so after I clean and sand the floor then use that stuff that helps the paint stick to the paint, then I clean the floors again then paint?

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Ashley, you'll sand the floor first, then use the deglosser and after that drys for 15 minutes. You'll use a degreaser to clean the floor. You can read more in-depth about this how-to here: julieblanner.com/painting-linoleum-floors/

[@mariemoss7930]

@@JulieBlanner ok

[@richardlandy4490]

Can you paint with Matt emulsion?

[@JulieBlanner]

Matt emulsion is commonly used on walls and ceilings. I would recommend sticking with a high quality porch and floor paint.

[@48broadley]

@@JulieBlanner It's more that I need to match the walls and floor as I'm in a film studio environment. We continually repaint our floors. We experimented putting lino in one of our studios, but it didn't work out as it discoloured. Now I'd like to cut my loses and paint it. It does however need to me matt finish to match the walls exactly and it can't have any sheen as we'd get glare on the cameras....

[@JulieBlanner]

@@48broadley ah yes, I see your predicament :) I would ask your local paint store if they have a high quality floor / porch paint that is available in a matte or flat finish.

[@laurie4275]

I worry about it peeling up under foot traffic. I keep hearing that painted vinyl really only last a year or two at best. How is yours holding up?

[@JulieBlanner]

Ours lasted well! We recently redid the floors in herringbone tile, which you can see at julieblanner.com/herringbone-floor/

[@jaieatsplants]

Which orbital sander did you recommend? The link isn’t working 😭

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you so much for letting me know! I updated the link for you - it's pretty inexpensive and works great for us!

[@debbieserrano13]

Can we have some color? Only white?

[@JulieBlanner]

You can use whatever color/s you'd like!

[@SpecsAppeal]

Good tutorial, but who chooses a bright white floor? Crazy or very brave of you lol. Regardless it's beautiful and well explained, tyfs.

[@JulieBlanner]

:) Thank you!

[@deborahprefontaine6837]

No clear coat is needed?

[@missyasche881]

Do you need to use a top coat?

[@JulieBlanner]

This area of our home is a low traffic area, so we did not use one. However, if it is a high traffic area, I would recommend using a topcoat. :)

[@missyasche881]

@@JulieBlanner thank you :)

[@JulieBlanner]

@@missyasche881 your welcome :)

[@laurenelizabeth2592]

Can you gloss it or add a clear coat?

[@JulieBlanner]

yes, you certainly can! Thanks for following along!

[@debracorrell888]

So do I have to wait 30days to clear top coat?

[@JulieBlanner]

It's always best to follow the directions of the product you are using. Oftentimes 48-72 hours is enough time.

[@jjjohnson7372]

what is the name of the deglosser?

[@JulieBlanner]

You can find it here: www.amazon.com/2-Pack-Klean-Strip-Liquid-Sander-Deglosser/dp/B01MTJ1TPY?dchild=1&keywords=deglosser&qid=1615671823&sr=8-2&linkCode=sl1&tag=julieblanner4-20&linkId=a18a864e961d7c9b91388800e0d82731&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

[@joyfulportraits]

I have ONE bathroom in my house. Am I not supposed to walk on it for 30 days? It takes 30 days to "cure." What does that mean?

[@JulieBlanner]

You can absolutely walk on it, just don't slide furniture across, etc. It's a nice durable finish.

[@autumnmcclain5839]

AWESOME!!!

[@JulieBlanner]

Thank you, Autumn!

[@lightwork5414]

Wowwwww

[@JulieBlanner]

👍

[@karenjohnson1589]

30 days, how are you able to use it then, I no carefully but that has concerned me now, you have a lovely home

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi Karen, thank you :) This area of our home receives light traffic and when we did use it, I made sure that shoes were removed until it was fully cured.

[@karenjohnson1589]

@@JulieBlanner glad it works, I am doing my bathroom soon thanks x

[@JulieBlanner]

@@karenjohnson1589 Of course! And if your area is a highly trafficked area, you might consider adding a clear top coat for added durability :)

[@mamtamtlc]

Thanks, but 30 days to cure… does that mean we can’t walk on it for 30 days?

[@JulieBlanner]

No, it just means that it is solid after that, so just be careful until then. Don't scoot furniture on it, etc.

[@yenysanchez20]

Where did you buy the paint? We don’t need anything else to cover it and keep looking good? sealant or some paint protector?

[@JulieBlanner]

We bought the paint at our local home improvement store. We did not use a sealer as it is a low traffic area. However, I would recommend using the Stix Primer and Benjamin Moore Impervo. It is supposed to hold up wonderfully! :)

[@yenysanchez20]

@@JulieBlanner thanks 🙏♥️

[@JulieBlanner]

@@yenysanchez20 you're welcome :)

[@TheBlessedMeek]

Don't ruin that nylox brush! Latex only! Use a china bristle or and all paint brush. Nylox brushes are too expensive to ruin

[@meganoleary584]

So you cannot walk on your floors for 30 days

[@JulieBlanner]

It dries much quicker, and it is ready for foot traffic in 24 hours! Full curing takes longer.

[@JamesBrown-ei8wc]

30 days to dry😢😢😢😢

[@JulieBlanner]

Paint dries more quickly, but complete curing for most paints takes 2 to 4 weeks

[@yoadrianne466]

Sherwin Williams does not recommend this paint on vinyl.

[@JulieBlanner]

We have had great luck!

[@lapioja007]

Hi, what's kind of paint you're use it? Thanks

[@JulieBlanner]

Hi, you can learn more about it here: julieblanner.com/painting-linoleum-floors/ , enjoy!

[@judys.3501]

I have an ugly self adhesive stick on baseboard, could this be painted?

[@JulieBlanner]

Probably! I would recommend you talk to your local paint store about the best way to prep and prime it.