Is it possible to paint parquet boards?

One of the biggest problems with natural wood flooring is wear and tear, which can cause the floor to lose its spectacular appearance and require expensive repairs. Significant savings, in this case, will be contributed by painting the parquet, which has several different options. With its help, the floor covering will restore its stylish appearance, plus this will significantly extend its service life.

You don’t have to wait until the surface wears out to change its color; you can do it at any time

Parquet floor painting options

For many people, old and overly worn parquet floors cause a lot of inconvenience. Repairing it, let alone completely changing it, will require quite a large investment, which many of them are not ready for. It is for this reason that owners of apartments with this type of flooring have a question about whether it is possible to paint the parquet and what is needed for this.

Painting a parquet floor is enough to transform the entire interior

You can paint parquet with your own hands using several types of paints and varnishes, with the help of which the floor will regain its presentable appearance, namely:

parquet paint, specially designed for painting the surface of finishing materials made of natural wood;
stain, the properties of which allow you to restore the natural texture of the parquet board;
tinting varnish, which, in addition to coloring, also has protective properties, protecting the parquet from the negative effects of high humidity;
mastic that has various properties that restore the texture of wood, which can not only give the parquet its original appearance, but also reliably protect its surface.

Each of the above options for restoring the paint layer of a parquet floor covering has certain nuances, to comply with which you must have both certain skills and various specialized tools. That is why the simplest and most affordable option is to paint the floor covering, which will require minimal knowledge and a small amount of tools, often available in any apartment.

As in any other matter, before you start painting, you need to study the base

Modern manufacturers of paints and varnishes supply large quantities of parquet paints to the domestic market, made on a water-soluble acrylic or latex base, due to which these enamels have excellent performance properties and are quite simply applied to a wooden surface. A wide range of colors of water-soluble acrylic and latex enamels allows you to easily match them to any interior design.

Particularly popular is the option of painting parquet flooring white, which many designers recommend using as a neutral element that has an excellent combination with objects of any other shade, and in addition hides minor defects of the parquet board well.

Features of painting parquet

The technology for painting parquet floors has a number of specific features.

It is important to note that painting parquet is significantly different from another type of floor renovation - tinting. The latter provides only a slight change (refreshment) of the color of the parquet floor. Painting is the complete painting of the wood texture, which leads to a radical change in the color of the floor.
The second distinctive feature is that for painting parquet, not standard floor paint is used, but specially designed substances. The selection of the type of such paint (with the exception of the color itself, which the customer chooses) is carried out by specialists.
The third important point is that the process of applying paint itself requires parquet floor workers to have both professional skills and special equipment. It is impossible to paint parquet with high quality without these conditions.
The fourth feature of this type of work is its significant difference from other types of painting (tinting, etc.) of parquet.

How to properly apply paint to a parquet floor

The big advantage of painting a parquet floor with acrylic or latex enamel is that the entire process can be done with your own hands, without the need to involve third-party specialists, which will make it possible to significantly save on floor repairs.

For these purposes, it is worth purchasing the necessary paint, putty, a special primer for wooden surfaces, sealant, an electric sander with a set of sandpaper and several brushes with rollers, after which you can safely start painting, strictly following all the steps listed below:

Tools and consumables for painting are not that expensive and will definitely come in handy around the house

At the first stage, the so-called sanding is carried out, which is a thorough removal of all paint and varnish materials that were previously applied to the old parquet. This is done using a grinding machine, onto which coarse-grain sandpaper is mounted. As the floor is treated, it is gradually changed to fine-grained. Before sanding, it would be useful to place a protective film on the walls, in the lower part, which will protect their decorative finish from accidental damage.

After sanding, it is necessary to carefully inspect all parquet boards for their deformation and the presence of mechanical damage, which can significantly spoil the appearance after painting the floor. Any minor damage found is treated with putty and re-sanded, and heavily damaged boards of the old parquet are replaced with new ones.

Drum type machine for parquet scraping

At the third stage, all the seams of the parquet boards are treated with sealant to protect against moisture getting inside, after which the room is completely cleaned, removing all dirt and grease marks on the floor. Next, apply a layer of primer to the floor covering and leave for a couple of hours until completely dry. The primer is needed in order to fill all the pores in the parquet boards and for more effective adhesion of the paint to the surface of the floor covering, as a result of which the service life of the parquet board is significantly increased.

Tips for caring for varnished parquet floors

In order for varnished parquet to retain its original appearance for a long time, it needs proper care. For cleaning, it is recommended to use mops and brushes with soft bristles, preferably natural ones. When using a vacuum cleaner, it is necessary to install a soft-bristle nozzle on it. For manual dusting, microfiber or other soft cloth with an antistatic effect is suitable. This material needs to be washed along the boards.

White flannel

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225 RUR/linear. meter

Universal product for daily cleaning of all floors Berger “Classic Bio Soap”

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Product for basic and intermediate cleaning of parquet “Berger L91 Cleaner”

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Concentrate for particularly heavy stains Saicos “Ecoline Magic Cleaner”

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To effectively clean parquet floors, it is advisable to use special cleaning products. They do not contain abrasive components, so they do not scratch the coating. On sale are products for daily cleaning of floors, removing stains and stubborn dirt, reducing the effect of slipping and other purposes. In order for a varnished wooden floor to retain its attractiveness for a long time, it is recommended to use a composition 1-2 times a year to revive the coating, give it shine and mask cracks.

When to paint parquet

Although hardwood floors last a long time, they do not last forever. A clear sign that it is time to renew the flooring will be wear and tear on the flooring. If it has worn down, nicks have formed on the boards, and the varnish has worn off, then repairs are necessary. Not everyone knows whether the parquet can be painted or whether it will have to be completely replaced. In fact, there is nothing complicated about it. You can carry out all the repair work yourself, and it will cost less than completely replacing the materials with new ones. A painted board will look renewed and will last for several more years or decades.

Paint the parquet white

Light parquet or parquet boards never cease to be a fashionable, environmentally friendly, modern and sought-after trend. Corresponds to Nordic minimalism, now a popular Scandinavian style. It is known that white color has a positive effect on a person’s physical condition, stimulates the functioning of the visual organs and the endocrine system, and cleanses your body of unnecessary waste and toxins.

Painting parquet white or gray is white tinting or bleaching parquet, which is noticeably different from regular parquet tinting. This matter requires an individual approach, special skill and skill.

How to paint parquet

Water-based varnishes are used to whiten parquet. They are environmentally friendly, harmless to humans, do not have a strong odor, and are easy to use as they adhere well to the surface and dry quickly. To make the surface highly resistant to scratches and dents, it is possible to use 2-component varnishes to protect parquet flooring under conditions of heavy-duty indoor use.

A real specialist can give a bleached parquet board many shades. For example, to obtain a “warm” white color, the first layer is applied with a varnish with a light firing effect. It gives the parquet a pleasant golden tone. The following layers are applied with a composition with the addition of white dye.

To obtain a “cool” white color, such tricks are not required. Already from the first layer, only varnish with white dye should be applied. It is better to use a roller rather than a brush. For maximum whitening, you will need to apply up to six layers of tinted varnish to the parquet.

If the tree has porous wood (beech or fruit trees), then it is advisable to apply the first layer of primer or colorless water-based varnish. This is done so that a film is formed on the surface, which does not allow the porous wood to absorb too much of the tinting composition.

Whitening parquet from the Live-Parquet company

How to paint parquet or parquet boards white? As a rule, only experienced craftsmen will take on the task of painting parquet. Discoloration of parquet requires a lot of experience and thorough knowledge of the technology. Our company has been whitening parquet, parquet and solid boards for more than 10 years. Important skills are how to preserve the texture of wood and make the coating uniform, without stains or streaks.

There are types of wood that cannot be painted white at all, for example, wenge, walnut, merbau, and oak parquet is considered the ideal material for bleaching.

White tinting is carried out after sanding the parquet. First, the parquet is put in order: replacing lamellas that have become unusable, multi-stage sanding, puttying and cleaning. Only after this a decorative coating in the form of white varnish is applied to the surface of the parquet. After painting the parquet with varnish, use air humidifiers, especially in winter, since our apartments are very dry at this time.

During the work, we must not forget about the baseboards. They should not differ in color from parquet. To order tinted parquet whitening, call us or leave an online request. Our specialists will professionally answer all your questions.

Selection of materials for painting

To restore the coating, you can use the classical method. A layer of stain is applied to the base to highlight the wood structure, and then varnish is used. However, this method is not suitable for cases where the boards are very worn. In this situation, you will need to use a coating coating. When restoring the floor, water-soluble paints are used. Parquet is painted using acrylic or latex enamels. They have a high wear resistance threshold. To select the material, follow the following recommendations:

Please ensure that the paint is intended specifically for floors. The boards will be constantly exposed to stress, so the material must withstand them.
Is it possible to paint parquet floors with a different color paint? It is possible, but not recommended. It is best to choose a shade 1 - 2 shades darker than the previous one. You should not experiment with colors that are too light (especially white), as they will be difficult to apply.
If the parquet pattern is beautiful and you want to preserve it, you need to choose a material that does not affect the structure of the boards. Most often, this is not a very dense paint, which only refreshes the shade.
Pay attention to the absorbency of the wood and the type of parquet board. For example, painting pine should be done only with paints that are designed for soft wood. Classic materials are suitable for oak coverings.

Water-soluble acrylic enamels

Acrylic enamel is a fairly popular paint for parquet. She has an impressive list of positive qualities. We are talking about an affordable price, resistance to temperature changes, as well as safety during application. The paint dries quickly and there is no specific odor during work. In addition, acrylic enamel allows wood to “breathe” because it has good permeability. The renewed coating will last 5 – 10 years. In most cases, semi-gloss enamel is purchased for floors. When it dries, it forms an elastic film with high strength on the surface.

Latex enamels

This is one of the types of water-soluble materials. Latex enamel has the same advantages as acrylic enamel. The only difference is the service life of the coating. If you use this paint, you can forget about repairs for the next 15 to 20 years. After application, surface care will become easier. It will be easier to clean the floors from dirt, since a dense glossy film will form. Another plus is that latex enamel is applied in a thin layer and does not affect the structure of the boards. The drawing remains the same. The only possible disadvantage is insufficient resistance to sub-zero temperatures.

Selection of paints and varnishes

When choosing paint, you need to consider brands designed specifically for the floor, taking into account the increased load that parquet experiences. As for the shade, you need to choose the option that is in harmony with the interior. However, in order for the result to be truly impressive, you need to take a color that is about one tone darker than the original one.

Important! Is it possible to paint parquet boards a different color? There is nothing stopping you from painting the floor a light color, even white, but any imperfections on such a surface will be much more noticeable.

Decide whether you want to radically change the color of the floor or just refresh the coating:

The natural texture of wood is hardly worth hiding under paint. There are also paints on sale that preserve the natural texture and beauty of wood.
It is also necessary to take into account the type of wood from which the parquet is made. For example, for a pine board, a varnish intended for soft wood is suitable. But, since the most common one is oak parquet, most of the standard varnishes and dyes are designed specifically for oak.

Let's look at the most common types of paints.

Acrylic water soluble

These paints are popular for plank flooring. Distinctive features of acrylic paints:

Low cost.
Variety of color options.
Resistant to temperature changes.
Safety.
No unpleasant odors during operation.
“Breathing” properties (vapour permeability).
Fast drying.

Important! The service life of such flooring is 4-10 years. Semi-gloss enamels are best suited for painting floor coverings.

Latex compounds

Another option for painting parquet is latex solutions. The basis for obtaining latex paint is the juice of rubber plants. Latex-type paints have the same advantages as acrylic paints.

Caring for floors painted with latex paint is very simple. It can be kept clean with absolutely no effort.

Important! The advantage of latex dye is a thin layer of application. This means that the wood texture can be preserved. Latex also has its disadvantages. In particular, it does not tolerate low temperatures well. However, for home flooring this is not critical.

Primer

When varnishing a parquet floor, preliminary coating with a primer is mandatory.

Important! The primer allows you to eliminate small defects (chips and cracks), as well as apply the varnish in a more even layer. Wood treated with a primer is unattractive to bacteria and mold.

You need to choose a primer depending on the type of varnish used:

For solvent-based or polyurethane varnish, a similar primer composition is suitable.
Acrylic type primer is suitable for water-dispersion varnish.

Important! If you don't want the board to change color, use a clear product.

Preparing for work

Before you begin restoring old parquet, you need to properly prepare it for work. To do this, follow the following sequence of actions:

First, remove the remnants of the previous coating. This can be varnish, paint or primer. You need to get to the wood itself. It is most convenient to use a grinding machine for this. You can do this manually, although it will take much more time and effort. Before carrying out work, it is necessary to protect your eyes and ears from dust entering them. Also, take care of a respirator in advance to protect your respiratory system.
When sanding, use different attachments alternately. First, use sandpaper with a rough texture. It is used to clean the surface diagonally. The overlap with the subsequent path should be 5 cm. Then use a medium-grained nozzle. They also move diagonally, but in the opposite direction. The last step is to sand the floors with fine-grained sandpaper.
Check to see how well the floors are cleaned. If a sanding machine is used, the parquet must be sanded manually in the corners.
After sanding is completed, the room must be thoroughly cleaned of dust. The surface is vacuumed and checked for obvious chips or cracks. It is best to replace boards with severe defects before painting.

Preparation

Before you paint the parquet with your own hands, you should carry out a number of preparatory operations. The quality of the final result depends on them. If we consider old parquet, then painting the parquet with your own hands will be very useful in terms of acquiring skills. After such training, you can safely take on painting the new floor.

To obtain the quality of the work performed, the old coating should be completely removed, reaching the living wood. This is done using a grinding machine using coarse sandpaper. To give the plane a finished look, finer sandpaper is passed over it.

Applying paint

After completing the preparatory stage, you can paint the old parquet with a pre-selected enamel. To do this you will need to choose the right tools. You can use a regular brush. However, this will take a lot of time. Therefore, it is most often recommended to buy a roller or sprayer. You should not use products made from foam rubber, as they leave marks and do not paint uneven surfaces very well. Even after drying, it will be noticeable that the paint applied unevenly. To paint the floor, it is better to purchase a roller made of wool or mohair (with a long handle). If liquid paint is used for repair work, a special sprayer can be used. In addition, it is suitable for those cases when you need to process a large area, and doing it manually is difficult. Before painting the parquet, you must once again make sure that there is no dust or other visible contaminants left on the boards. The further process consists of the following steps:

Make sure there is access to fresh air in the room. Vapors most often have a negative effect on the human body.
To avoid damaging your clothes, use a special suit. Also wear a respirator to protect your respiratory tract.
The composition must be applied from the far corner of the room, gradually moving towards the exit.
Make sure that the paint does not pool and form uneven spots. Wipe them immediately with a dry cloth and reapply the enamel, as it dries quickly. For the same reason, you need to immediately erase marks if you accidentally hit walls or any objects.
If additional varnish is applied, the floor will need to be covered in several layers. Each subsequent one is placed across the previous one. At least 2 days should pass between application of layers.

Water-soluble enamels dry on average 10 – 12 hours. It is necessary to wait this period before starting to apply a new layer (if more than one layer will be applied). To ensure that no traces remain on the painted floor, it is recommended to install furniture no earlier than 1 - 2 weeks after the repair. But you can walk on the boards the next day.

How to paint a parquet board?

After a certain time, every owner of his apartment or house thinks about how to carry out repairs on his own. If there is parquet on the floor, then the thought immediately comes to mind of how to paint the old parquet so that it looks attractive again.

Be that as it may, in order to repair parquet, you need to have the appropriate tool, such as a spray bottle or roller, a brush, varnish, primer and, of course, a sanding machine with a set of sandpaper of various grain sizes. But that’s not all, since painting parquet is a responsible undertaking with its own approaches and nuances.

Finishing work

Many people are interested in one question: is it possible to paint parquet flooring? Of course, it is possible, since parquet is made from ordinary wood, only processed to a higher quality. The only thing is that you can paint parquet with regular paint without any special preparatory measures.

paints and varnishes

Let's look at how parquet restoration is carried out and what materials are used for this. Quite often you can come across a technology where a layer of stain is applied to a wooden base to highlight the structure of the wood, after which the surface is varnished. If the parquet is old and worn out, then this technology is not suitable, since there is no point in highlighting the worn layers of wood. The most suitable option is to improve the appearance of old parquet using paint or tinting.
The paint for parquet can be of any shade, which guarantees a complete match of the color of the floor in relation to the overall interior. When choosing paint for parquet, colors play a very important role, although the application technology is no different from the method of application to a regular plank floor.
To cover parquet, acrylic or latex water-soluble enamels with increased abrasion resistance are used. Various tints are used to correct the shade. First, a special tint is applied, and then everything is covered with two or more layers of varnish. The choice of necessary paints and varnishes is quite large. The main thing is to follow the application technology, then the painted parquet will last for many years.
Before applying paint and varnish, it is possible to use a primer to preserve the wood texture. And only at the end of all operations the finishing varnish is applied to the floor. To achieve the desired result, you may need 2 or even 3 layers of finishing varnish.

Preparation

As a result of such an operation, the finished surface should resemble a fresh, just laid floor, where the boundaries of adjacent planks are clearly visible. This will indicate the quality of the work done. Sometimes, for more thorough processing, cycles are used. But this is a more labor-intensive operation, which is suitable for small rooms.

Applying a paint layer

Many people are interested in whether it is possible to paint parquet with a regular brush. Of course you can, but painting a small room can take a lot of time, not to mention large areas. If you use a roller, the work will be done faster and better. But here everything is not so simple.

Is it possible to paint parquet with any roller? Most likely not. In order for the varnish to be evenly distributed over the surface, the roller material must be of sufficient quality. The material from which the roller is made is very important.

For such work, rollers made of wool or mohair are better suited, but it is better not to use foam rollers. A foam roller is usually suitable for applying primers to the floor since the coating will not be noticeable anyway.

You can also come across questions such as how to paint parquet without sanding. If the parquet is not sanded, then why paint it? This is a waste of time and money. To get the desired result, you need to work hard. But if you really want to, you can take regular floor paint and paint it.

Application of varnishes for parquet coating

The most common transparent or tinted composition for treating wood and preserving its original natural appearance is varnish. It creates a protective film on the wood that prevents the parquet board from absorbing moisture, and also protects the floor from scratches, chips, splinters and deformation due to temperature changes.

There are water-based and acrylic-based parquet varnishes, alkyd varnishes, and quick-drying nitro varnishes. Each type has undeniable advantages and disadvantages. The advantages of parquet varnishes include:

No wood painting. The parquet retains its natural color;
Resistance to moisture and changes in ambient temperature;
A protective layer that preserves the board from external influences;
Aesthetically attractive appearance;
Low cost.

But varnish for parquet boards also has some disadvantages. This:

Long drying time of the composition. Nitrovarnishes emit harmful fumes, although they dry quickly;
Cracks that appear over time on the varnish surface are very noticeable;
To re-process, it is necessary to completely remove the previous layer and re-process the wood;
Requires special equipment for application;
Most often not resistant to alcohol.

Nevertheless, varnishing parquet boards does not go out of fashion and is one of the most reliable ways to protect floors. And visually, the varnished board looks attractive. High-quality modern varnishes allow you to avoid most of the shortcomings.

Choosing paint for a wooden floor

How to paint a wooden floor? When visiting hardware stores, people are sometimes overwhelmed by the wide range of dyes available.

Each type of paint has its own advantages and disadvantages, which we tried to reflect in this table:

№	Dye name	Advantages	Flaws
1	Oily	Wear resistance	Takes a long time to dry
2	Acrylic	Water resistance	Low wear resistance
3	Nitro enamels	Fast drying	Toxicity
4	Lucky	Aesthetics	– « –

Oil paint

Oil paint today is used mainly to renew old painted floors. Oil paint is diluted with natural drying oil. The painted surface is not afraid of moisture and resists mechanical stress. The dye is absolutely non-toxic.

Acrylic paint

Acrylic-based dye is advantageous in that ordinary water is used as a solvent.

However, in rooms with intense mechanical loads (active walking), the painted surface wears out quickly.

Nitro enamels

Nitro enamels are attractive because they dry almost instantly. However, when burned, they release substances hazardous to human health. For more information on how to paint, watch this video:

Lucky

Varnish coating extends the life of wood

Varnishes are mainly used to cover parquet flooring.

Parquet coated with varnish takes on a beautiful appearance.

The varnish emphasizes the structure of the wood and is resistant to high indoor humidity.

This floor is easy to use. Easily withstands wet cleaning.

Parquet oil

An environmentally friendly method of treating floors, which appeared on the market of paints and varnishes relatively recently, is oil compositions. Unlike varnishes, it impregnates and protects the wood more deeply, and it dries in the shortest possible time. The absence of harmful fumes during use also plays an important role in choosing this coating method for a home where there are children or people with allergies.

The oil is applied in one layer, which does not require additional equipment or any special skills. Does not crack over time and is resistant to alcohol. But, of course, like any composition, the oil also has its disadvantages:

Oil coating does not protect the parquet board from sudden temperature changes;
Changes the shade of wood, makes it darker, although it emphasizes the structure;
Does not create an additional layer that protects the parquet from scratches and impacts, and your feet from splinters;
It has a higher cost than varnish compositions.

Despite the presence of negative characteristics, oil compositions are perfect for those who need environmentally friendly and safe floors, as well as ease of application and processing.

Parquet work

We carry out a full range of parquet works including installation, repair and restoration of parquet. Our initial goal is always to achieve the maximum result. We work only according to strict technology rules. We constantly monitor the development of the parquet industry, new products, the latest technologies so that the execution of parquet work meets modern requirements. Our suppliers of materials and equipment are time-tested companies that guarantee reliability. We choose the materials used that are as environmentally friendly as possible. Parquet work is carried out by qualified craftsmen - professionals in their field.

Professional skills, experience, proper organization of work allow us to offer our clients high results.

Antiseptic compounds and impregnations for high-quality parquet processing

In fact, a parquet board is ordinary wood, only of high quality with improved characteristics, because the floor has to withstand maximum load. Therefore, processing parquet is not much different from processing wooden panels and products.

The floors should first be prepared for painting by removing all previous layers of varnish and paint, and even the top layer of wood. Then the parquet is well impregnated with protective antiseptic and water-repellent agents, after which the floor is painted with the selected type and color of paint.

The choice of antiseptics is important. A correctly selected composition will qualitatively and permanently protect the floor covering from the destructive effects of moisture, ultraviolet radiation and various bacteria. Antiseptic compounds are applied to cleaned and sanded wood, after which the boards can be coated with varnishes, paints or oil compounds.

Impregnations provide additional protection and improve the appearance of parquet boards. The composition can be used to treat pre-painted coatings, facilitating subsequent floor care and increasing the wear resistance of paints and wood. Thanks to impregnation, you can restore old parquet flooring to its excellent appearance and update the interior of the room.

Parquet painting technology

When painting a parquet floor, all technological operations are carried out step by step:

After covering the walls with film, the surface is prepared for applying paint. To do this, looping is performed. It is impossible to paint parquet without sanding. The main purpose of the operation is to remove paint (varnish or other paint substance) and a minimum layer of wood from parquet blocks. This smooths out uneven floors and prepares the surface for more delicate processing. Painting parquet without high-quality sanding makes it impossible to further work with sanding equipment, the abrasive of which will be severely damaged by the remaining paint.
If there are damaged dies, they are repaired or replaced with new ones. The cracks are treated with a putty mixture to eliminate them. After this, the joints between the boards are treated with sealant.
Next, the surface is processed using a surface grinder. In most cases, fine-grained sandpaper (P100, P120 grain) is used. However, there are several types of wood (for example, pine), the processing of which is carried out with the further use of even finer-grained sandpaper - up to P150. Therefore, it is so important that such operations are carried out exclusively by qualified parquet floorers.
The grinding equipment used by craftsmen is equipped with dust collectors. However, after sanding is completed, even the slightest traces of dust are removed using a powerful industrial vacuum cleaner.
Next, the parquet is painted with varnish (paint or other coloring agent). The material is applied to the surface using a roller or spatula. Today, there are a significant number of painting materials based on alcohol, varnish, etc. The craftsmen of our company offer the customer a choice of several types of painting materials. The customer has the right to make a choice in favor of another material that he himself offers. However, our craftsmen do not work with cheap and obviously low-quality materials, since in this case they cannot guarantee a good result.
After this, polishing is carried out with a parquet machine. To obtain a brighter color, parquet flooring can be painted in two layers.
The next stage is the application of a protective coating - painting the parquet with oil or varnish. Both coatings can slightly change the color of already painted parquet, so this property must be taken into account before applying the substance.

Painting of the old parquet has been completed.

Parquet processing

Depending on what composition the parquet board will be treated with, the necessary properties of pre-treatment, as well as subsequent care of the floors, change.

When treating parquet with varnish compounds, you must ensure that there is no dust, dirt or moisture on the wood. First, the top layer is removed from the board, after which it is primed and varnished in several layers. Varnish compositions can be matte, glossy, with additional shades and are applied using special equipment in several layers. This coating lasts for years, is easy to clean and looks beautiful.

Oil or oil-wax compositions for parquet are applied to pre-cleaned and treated lamellas. Unlike varnish, they do not require repeated processing - often two layers are enough, which can be applied independently without additional equipment. If you do not impregnate the oil coating with additional impregnations, the surface of the parquet board will be glossy, creating the effect of untreated wood. It is more difficult to care for such a floor, since cleaning will require additional detergents.

Parquet tinting

All types of natural wood used to make parquet, solid wood or floorboards have a beautiful texture and an original color unique to this wood. But it often happens that “classic” colors can be improved and diversified with the help of tinting, giving original, unexpected shades to floors made from familiar boards or parquet.

Parquet tinting in Moscow from HouseParket

Parquet tinting price per sq.m. 200 rub.

Tinting of solid boards price per sq.m. 200 rub.

Wooden floor tinting price per sq.m. 200 rub.

Technology of tinting parquet, wooden floors, parquet boards

Parquet tinting is an effective solution for changing the color of the floor and adding zest to the interior style as a whole. It can be carried out either immediately after laying the parquet or at any time during the period of operation.

We carry out preparatory work with parquet: laying, repairing, sanding, brushing the floor surface or finishing sanding the parquet. After preparatory work, the floor surface must be cleaned of debris and dust. It is convenient to do this using a special industrial vacuum cleaner. The tinting composition must be applied to a clean, dry surface.

Toning composition

Choosing a tinting composition for parquet. House parket specialists recommend the effective Bona Create coloring system. The Swedish-made composition allows you to change the color of the board by several tones, giving the parquet a shade characteristic of exotic types of wood. Bona Create is a proven parquet material of high quality. It has a homogeneous composition and a long shelf life when opened. After Bona Create has dried, the parquet can be coated with water-based varnish, unlike tinting parquet with oil.

Tools for work

The composition can be applied with rollers and brushes. Such equipment is convenient to use in hard-to-reach places. To avoid stains and drips, distribute the composition evenly over all parquet surfaces.

Special equipment is used to cover a large area of parquet. A Laegler Single or Columbus machine will reduce labor costs and time to complete the work.

Also, to apply the composition you will need special synthetic abrasives - Columbus or Laegler Single machine pads. They will ensure even distribution of Bona Create tint over the floor surface.

Work process

If there are noticeable defects on the parquet (in places that were not covered by the machine), the compound is additionally rolled out with a roller, and areas of the floor are finished off with a thin brush.

The composition can be applied to the parquet by hand or by machine. The second option is more economical, more convenient, and more profitable. The machine ensures ideal application of the coloring composition on the parquet and is used if deep tinting is required while painting over the wood texture.

Choosing the final coating for parquet

To make the final choice of the composition that should be used to treat a wooden floor, it is worth considering several factors.

Residential or public premises

For a small room with a small visitor, covering parquet boards with oil compounds is quite suitable. This flooring will create a special atmosphere of comfort in the room with its naturalness and pleasant appearance.

For public places it is better to use varnish treatment. Such a floor will be easier to clean and the varnish coating will provide more reliable protection for the wood.

High or low ambient humidity

Rooms with high moisture should be treated with oil. In such conditions, the varnish coating can quickly crack due to deformation of the board, losing its useful properties and appearance.

Necessary environmental safety for residents

In rooms where small children live, who like to sit and crawl on the floor, oil coating has advantages over varnish compositions. But it is worth remembering that when choosing any composition for flooring, you should pay attention to the presence of the necessary certification and confirmation of the safety of the coating.

Permanent or temporary coverage

Considering that oil saturates the parquet board quite deeply, it will be almost impossible to switch from oil to varnish. Applying varnish compounds to a previously oiled board can lead to cracking of the slats and damage to the entire floor.

Coverage cost

The price depends on various factors - manufacturer, components, quality, functionality of the composition. On average, a varnish coating is cheaper, although if you purchase oil-based coatings with enhanced protective functions, it can cost more.

Based on these facts, you can decide what is better for a parquet board - varnish or oil, only for your own case. There is no general clear answer. The main thing is that the coating is made from high-quality, proven compounds and meets all aesthetic expectations.