10 best floor paints

The composition of the paint "Drevopol" was specially developed for painting all types of wooden floors in closed and semi-open areas of residential, industrial and administrative buildings. For the most reliable and durable protection, three were combined in one material at once: primer, antiseptic and enamel. This allows in the shortest possible time to create a decorative and protective layer on the floor surface with an effective and practical semi-gloss texture, resistant to washing with slightly aggressive chemicals, abrasion by abrasive particles, moisture penetration, bacteria and mold development.

Unlike most primer enamels, which are limited in tinting to red-brown and yellow-brown, Drevopol is offered in white, blue and light green. If necessary, the manufacturer expands the color palette, but this requires a larger order volume - from 100 kg. The material is supplied ready-made, but for ease of application it can be diluted by 5–10% with a proprietary solvent, solvent or xylene.

This paint belongs to the group of alkyd enamels and is supplied ready for use.It is inexpensive, it is not afraid of moisture, temperature changes and sunlight, therefore it is widely used in painting floors. The resulting coating is considered one of the most wear-resistant, and this can be seen in the 20-year-old wood and fiberboard floors, 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, a pungent odor accumulates in an unventilated room, which disappears after 1-2 weeks.

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

Is there an inexpensive floor enamel that does not smell at all? It turns out, yes, and it is acrylic enamel paint from the Russian brand VGT. Thanks to a well-chosen composition, it practically does not wear out, is characterized by increased 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 its low consumption - approximately 100 g/m², however, to enhance the decorative and operational properties, a double application is recommended.

Judging by the satisfied reviews, the manufacturer's statements are confirmed by practical experience.The coating lays down evenly and even on fiberboard is kept as wear-resistant. After staining, there is no need to move out of the house or apartment for a while so as not to be poisoned by toxic aromas. The paint dries no faster and no longer than the others - the next layer can be applied after 2 hours, and complete drying under normal conditions is achieved after 24 hours.

Sherwin-Williams just celebrated its 150th anniversary and is today considered the world's leading manufacturer of paints and varnishes. She owns a lot of patents - for the first ready-to-use paint directly from a can, for a tinting machine, for latex paints, etc. Many of the coatings simply have no analogues in European brands in terms of durability and wear resistance. For example, Armorsil floor paint is completely water-soluble, consists of only one component, dries in 4 hours and does not emit harmful substances either during application or during operation. After drying, it forms a coating so strong, resistant to abrasion and aggressive substances that it can be used on production sites and helicopter landing areas.

If we talk about domestic use, then the material is completely suitable for painting wooden, concrete floors and stairs, porches, surfaces made of fiberboard, PVC, stone, brick, slate and foam. The paint is quite expensive (a 3.8-liter can costs about 7,000 rubles), but it has excellent hiding power (only 1 liter is consumed per 11 sq. M.) And often does not require painting with a 2nd layer.When applied according to the instructions and properly cared for, the coating has a lifetime warranty, and the fact that it is really wear-resistant is confirmed by reviews on construction forums.

The renowned Finnish manufacturer has developed this paint especially for concrete and wooden floors, also for indoor stairs. It is versatile and suitable not only for the original finish, but also for the restoration of a floor previously varnished or painted with epoxy or alkyd paint. Its main advantage is the speed of drying. Within an hour after applying the 1st layer, you can take on the 2nd. Thus, priming and 2- or 3-layer painting can be done within one day.

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

"Aquastrong" is the best material for painting the floor in rooms with high mechanical loads and the likelihood of chemical attack. It is inexpensive (about 500 rubles / kg), suitable for concrete, brick and plastered surfaces, including floors and walls, and can be used in unheated buildings. Unlike most other industrial coatings, Aquastrong is odorless and dries completely within 24 hours. After drying, a film is formed that is extremely resistant to wear even in a heavily used car garage or warehouse. Worthy of surprise is the ability of the coating to withstand the effects of acids, alkalis, salts, motor oil without loss of protective functions and appearance.

The staining process does not require special skills and special equipment. Preliminary preparation and primer is required - it is best to use Nevel primer from BytKhim for this. According to customer reviews, the paint is applied easily even with a roller, lays down evenly, without the formation of stripes and smudges, the smell is completely absent. Due to the wide scope of sales, it can be purchased at any hardware store, but it is important to ensure that the paint is properly tinted.

The alkyd-urethane composition of this enamel is designed to create a protective layer on a concrete, wooden or metal base that can withstand high operational loads.So it can be safely used in garages and warehouses, as well as in outdoor areas under a canopy - 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 deeply into wood or concrete and reliably protects them from moisture penetration, so in the reviews it is advised to use it in rooms with high humidity. It does not dry quickly - 8-10 hours “to touch”, besides, the smell is not the most pleasant, but if you know about these shortcomings in advance and provide ways to solve them (allow enough time for drying, organize through ventilation, do not operate the room during repair), the paint will serve well.

Porch&Floor is a product of another legendary paint manufacturer from the USA, ACE Paint. He earned his fame thanks to the unprecedented quality of products and the constant improvement of their environmental properties. ACE regularly introduces new ranges of paints with unique characteristics to the market. The Royal line belongs to the premium class and has many competitive advantages: at least 25 years of operation, the finest degree of pigment grinding and versatility of use. Thus, Porch&Floor Paint can be used to paint not only a concrete floor, but also a surface made of any other material - plastic, glass, metal, both indoors and outdoors.Climatic conditions are practically unlimited - the coating is resistant to frost, heat and sudden temperature changes.

Such amazing properties of the material are explained by the composition. It is based on acrylic latex, which forms a moisture- and wear-resistant film. It dries slowly, in 36-48 hours, and the floor can be exploited only after a week. The smell is completely absent due to environmental cleanliness, to which the brand pays special attention. All of its products have been tested for compliance with environmental standards by the independent Coating Research Group Inc. and received Green Wise certification. I must say that CRGI is a member of the Green Building Council in the United States and the presence of its certificate confirms the high safety of paintwork materials.

If you want to paint your concrete floor indoors or outdoors to withstand washing and mild physical abuse, we recommend Teknofloor Gloss Paint. It is quite dense, if necessary, diluted with Teknosolv 1621 solvent and is economical in application: depending on the condition of the base, 1 liter of paint can be processed up to 12 square meters. m floor. The reviews indicate that after the main work there is still enough material left for painting brick and fiberboard elements, for example, on a veranda or balcony.

To reduce consumption, it is worth pre-priming with the same paint, but diluted with the usual White Spirit. Such a procedure with a well-prepared surface can eliminate the need to apply another layer.As with all high quality paints, the material can be applied by brush, roller or spray. After an hour, dust will not stick to it, after 10 hours you can walk on a new coating, but a second layer can be applied only after a day.

The American corporation United Gilsonite Laboratories is one of the most famous premium paint coatings on the market. Drylok products are designed to create a wear resistant film on concrete and stone surfaces - vertical and horizontal, indoor and outdoor, for garages, patios and verandas. The universal quick-drying composition does not require preliminary priming, perfectly withstands any climatic conditions, dries completely after 5 hours and steadily endures mechanical loads up to the movement of vehicles.

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