10 best paint for the floor

Place

Name

Feature in the ranking

Best paint for wood floor

1	Tikkurila Betolux Aqua	Best speed drying
2	ArmorSeal Sherwin Williams	Excellent hiding power. Lifetime warranty
	Mitsar Rezolux Profi-52	Parameters as analogues 4 times more expensive
3	Enamel acrylic "Pro" VD-AK-1179	The best ratio of price and quality
PF-266 Lakra	The most popular
5	Revapol Krasko	The 3 in 1 formula. Excellent decorative properties

Best paint for concrete floors

1	Drylok Latex Concrete Floor Paint	The most durable
2	Teknofloor Teknos	Economical consumption
3	ROYAL Porch&Floor Paint Ace	The best line of paints from ACE Paint. Certificate GREEN WISE
4	Enamel "Pro" Tex Versatility
5	Aquastrong Bytkhim	The wear-resistant coating. Ease of application

With all the richness of choice of flooring wood floors are still popular among homeowners. In fact, it is difficult to find material better, cheaper and more environmentally friendly, in addition, the wood perfectly fulfills the functions of heat and sound insulation, looks great in any design and can last for more than 50 years.

On the other hand, without correct finishing MDF or wood on the floor will not justify a tenth of its tasks. If they are not covered with paint or paint properly, hardwood floors will not withstand variation of temperature and humidity conditions and undergo rapid destruction.

It is equally important to protect the paint and the concrete surface. It is characterized by a high porosity that in the process of exploitation of sex leads to increased wear and dust formation. Given that concrete floors today are settling not only in industrial and commercial buildings, but in home workshops, store-rooms and verandas, to the choice of coverage should be approached thoroughly.

What types of paints can be used to protect the above surfaces? There are several, and each option has its pros and cons:

• acrylic – water - and thermally stable, non-toxic, durable, but more expensive than the rest of the paintwork;
• alkyd oil – the most affordable, easy to apply and creates a secure barrier against moisture penetration, but have a pungent smell and duration of drying;
• alkyd enamel – in performance is considered better than oil, because they dry faster and are easier to clean, but toxic and flammable;
• epoxy – very strong, resistant to abrasion and chemicals, to keep the same color, of the cons – represented in a narrow palette of colors and require mixing immediately before use;
• rubber – not cheap, but well proven in operation, so as to form on the floor is elastic, resistant to UV, impact and abrasion resistance layer, have no unpleasant odor and is very economical.

Modern range of paintwork is very rich, and it is difficult to understand to the ordinary buyer. We created the rankings, which selected the best in their group colors. They deserve the most positive feedback from customers on several key characteristics: efficiency, durability, security and speed drying.

BEST PAINT FOR WOOD FLOOR

5 REVAPOL KRASKO

The 3 in 1 formula. Excellent decorative properties
Country: Russia
Average price: 2 090 roubles/20 kg
Rating (2021): 4.0

The paint "Drawoval" specially developed for painting all kinds of wooden floors in closed and semi-open areas of residential, industrial and administrative buildings. For the most reliable and durable protection in one material was compiled from three: primer, antiseptic and enamel. This allows in short terms to create on the surface a decorative and protective layer with efficient and practical semi-gloss texture, resistant to washing slightly aggressive chemicals, abrasion with abrasive particles, the inward penetration of moisture, bacteria and mold.

Unlike most priming enamels limited in the tinting of red-brown and yellow-brown color, "Drawoval" is offered in white, blue and light green shade. If necessary, the manufacturer expands the color palette, but this requires larger volume of the order of 100 kg. the Material is supplied in finished form, but for ease of application can be 5-10% diluted brand solvent, solvent, or xylene.

4 PF-266 LAKRA

The most popular
Country: Russia
Average price: 350 RUB/2 kg
Rating (2021): 4.3

The shade selection is small and limited to three names – yellow-brown, Golden-brown and red-brown. However, they are versatile and satisfy the requirements of most customers. Full drying time is 24 hours for each layer, while the placement of furniture is allowed not earlier than 5-6 days. If you are in a hurry and ready for a few days to put up with the specific flavors in exchange of price, quality and durability of the flooring, this enamel is what you need.

3 ENAMEL ACRYLIC "PRO" VD-AK-1179

The best ratio of price and quality
Country: Russia
Average price: 790 RUB./2.5 kg
Rating (2021): 4.4

Is there a cheap enamel for the floor that doesn't smell? It turns out, Yes, it is acrylic enamel paint from the Russian brand, VGT. Thanks to successfully selected composition, it is almost not abraded, has high light and water resistant and can be used for painting surfaces made of concrete, wood, hardboard, including doors, furniture and other interior elements. A distinctive feature of the material is low, the consumption is about 100 g/m2, however, to enhance the decorative and performance properties it is recommended that a double application.

Judging by the happy feedback, producers of the confirmed experience of application in practice. The cover lies flat and even on fiberboard lasts as durable. After dyeing there is no need to pull time out of the house or apartment, so as not to poison myself with toxic fragrances. Paint dry faster and not longer than the others – the next layer can be applied already after 2 hours, and complete drying under normal conditions is achieved after 24 hours.

MITSAR REZOLUX PROFI-52

Parameters as analogues 4 times more expensive
Country: Russia
Average price: 317 1 RUB (6 kg)

"Mitsar Rezolux Profi-52" refers to the enamels of the new generation, as practically odorless and has replaced the outdated and smelly alkyd materials. Company "Glavstroy", one of Russia's largest developers, is actively using Rezolux Profi-52 for painting of stairways and common areas in homes. Price per 1 kg is 212 rubles, which is almost 4 times less than other manufacturers with higher performance.

2 ARMORSEAL SHERWIN WILLIAMS

Excellent hiding power. Lifetime warranty
Country: USA
Average price: 6 750 RUB./3.8 l
Rating (2021): 4.6

The company "Sherwin-Williams" recently celebrated its 150th anniversary and today is a leading manufacturer of coatings in the world. It owns plenty of patents on the first ready to use right out of the jar the paint, tinting machine, latex paint, etc. Many of the coatings for durability and wear resistance simply do not have analogues in European brands. For example, floor paint "was Armorseal" fully water-soluble consists of only one component, dries in 4 hours and does not emit harmful substances nor during application or in service. After drying it forms so durable, resistant to abrasion and corrosive substances, the coating can be applied on production sites and landing sites for helicopters.

Speaking of household use, the material is fully suitable for staining wood, concrete floors and staircases, verandas, surfaces, MDF, PVC, stone, brick, slate and foam. The paint is quite expensive (the Bank's 3.8 l is about 7 000 rubles), but has excellent coverage (for 11 sq. m. consumed only 1 liter), and often requires staining of the 2-m layer. When applied according to instructions and proper maintenance, the flooring has a lifetime warranty, and the fact that it is really durable, by the reviews on the construction forums.

1 AQUA TIKKURILA BETOLUX

Best speed drying
Country: Finland
Average price: 950 RUB./0.9 l
Rating (2021): 4.9

The famous Finnish manufacturer has developed the paint specifically for concrete and wooden floors, also for internal stairs. It is versatile and suitable not only for initial finishing, but also to restore the floor, previously varnished or painted with epoxy or alkyd paint. Its main advantage is the speed of drying. After an hour after applying the 1st layer can be made for 2nd. Thus, priming and 2 - or 3-layer staining can be completed within one day.

The reviews paint is praised for the absence of any smell even in the dyeing process. It's called friendly house masters without experience in the painting trade: the material is water soluble, so all the flaws can be easily removed without the use of solvents. Welcome and its hiding power, that is, the ability to paint the base in one layer. But to clean the floor on the porch "Betolyuks the Aqua" is better not to use – it is intended only for the interior.

BEST PAINT FOR CONCRETE FLOORS

A special feature of the compositions for coating of concrete is its durability, which is achieved by adding binders. The processing of the concrete base for a long time, looks presentable, gets waterproofing properties and is able to resist most chemical and mechanical loads.

5 AQUASTRONG BYTKHIM

The wear-resistant coating. Ease of application
Country: Russia
Average price: 2 890 RUB/6 kg
Rating (2021): 4.2

"Akvastrong" ‒ the best material for painting the floor in areas with high mechanical loads and the likelihood of chemical exposure. It is inexpensive (about 500 RUB./kg), suitable for concrete, brick and plastered surfaces, including floors and walls, can be used in unheated buildings. Unlike most other coatings for industrial applications, Aquastrong is odorless and dries completely in 24 hours. After drying, the film is formed, is extremely resistant to wear even under the used of a garage or warehouse. Worthy of wonder and the ability to withstand exposure to acids, alkalis, salts, motor oil no loss of protective functions and appearance.

The coloring process requires no special skills and special equipment. Preliminary preparation and primer required – it is best to use a primer Nevel from "Bytkhim". According to customer reviews, the paint is applied easily even with the cushion, lays down exactly, without the formation of streaks and stains, the smell is completely absent. Thanks to the wide field of marketing you can buy it at any hardware store, but it is important to keep the paint properly zakalebali.

4 ENAMEL "PRO" TEX

Versatility
Country: Russia
Average price: 330 RUB./0.9 l
Rating (2021): 4.3

Alkyd-urethane composition of this enamel is designed to create a protective layer on concrete, wooden or metal base that can withstand high operating loads. So it can be safely used in garages and warehouses and also in outdoor spaces under the canopy – playgrounds, verandas, balconies and terraces. Moreover, the manufacturer allows its application in children's, administrative and medical institutions.

Thanks alkyd based paint penetrates deep into the wood or concrete and protects them from moisture, so the reviews suggest its use in rooms with high humidity. It dries fast – 8-10 hours "on tack", besides the smell is not the most pleasant, but if you know in advance about these disadvantages and to provide methods for their solution (to ensure sufficient time for drying, arrange cross-ventilation, do not operate the premises during the repair), paint well ministered.

3 ROYAL PORCH&FLOOR PAINT ACE

The best line of paints from ACE Paint. Certificate GREEN WISE
Country: USA
Average price: 7 140 RUB/3.8 l
Rating (2021): 4.7

Porch&Floor – product of another legendary producer of paints from the US ACE Paint. His fame he earned thanks to the unprecedented quality of products and continuous improvement of its environmental properties. ACE regularly submits to the market new line of paints with unique characteristics. Line of Royal belongs to the premium class and has many competitive advantages: a minimum 25-year service life, the smallest degree of grinding of the pigment and versatility. So, paint Porch&Floor Paint can be painted not only concrete floors, but the surface of any other material – plastic, glass, metal, inside, and outside. Climatic conditions are almost unlimited – the coating is resistant to frost, heat and sudden temperature changes.

Such an amazing material properties are explained by the composition. It is based on acrylic latex, which forms a moisture and abrasion resistant film. It dries fast for 36-48 hours, and to exploit gender can and does in a week. The smell is completely absent due to ecological purity, which the brand pays special attention. All of its products tested for compliance to eco-standards in the independent Association Coating Research Group Inc. and received the certificate of Green Wise. I must say that CRGI is a member of the green building Council in the United States and the availability of its certificate confirms high security LKM.

Economical consumption
Country: Finland
Average price: 970 RUB/0.9 l
Rating (2021): 4.8

If you want to paint concrete floors inside or outside the premises, to withstand washing and moderate physical pressure, we recommend a gloss paint Teknofloor. It is quite dense and, if necessary, diluted with solvent "TEKNOSOLV 1621" and economical in application: depending on the state of the basis of 1 liter of paint can be processed up to 12 sq. m. floor. The reviews indicate that after the main work is still enough material to paint the elements of brick and hardboard, for example, on the veranda or balcony.

To reduce consumption, is to do pre-coating with the same paint but diluted the usual "white spirit". This procedure when properly prepared surface can eliminate the necessity of applying another layer. Like all high-quality paint material can be applied by brush or roller, and spray. After an hour to him it will not stick the dust, after 10 hours on the new coating, you can walk, but the re layer can be applied only through the day.

1 DRYLOK LATEX CONCRETE FLOOR PAINT

The most durable
Country: USA
Average price: 4 850 RUB./3.78 l
Rating (2021): 5.0

American Corporation United Gilsonite Laboratories – one of the most famous in the market of coatings premium. Products Drylok is designed to create wear-resistant film on concrete and stone surfaces – vertical and horizontal, interior and exterior, garages, patios and verandas. Universal quick-composition does not require priming, excellent resistance to any climatic conditions and dries completely in 5 hours and steadily transfers the mechanical load until the movement of vehicles.

Needless to say that the reviews for this product are found only positive. There are complaints except the high price, but its not considered a disadvantage in view of the excellent characteristics of the material. On drying it turns into a defense, for years, impervious to acids, alkalis, cleaning agents and adverse weather conditions.

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