How To Paint Glazed Ceramic Tile

With the proper preparation you can give old tile a new look for very little money.

How to paint glazed ceramic tile.

Paint only the face of the tiles. A fresh coat of paint can change the look of an entire room and bring ugly outdated or faded tiles back to life. Limitations of paint on ceramic. The ceramic tile painting costs per square foot is 4 to 10 which is 4 times or lesser than the cost of re installation.

While pink tile in the bathroom was all the rage in 1960 decorators of today often opt for a more muted tone. Paint on ceramic tile can resist plenty of water but it cannot be wet all of the time without sustaining damage. Use a roller to apply paint evenly to the tile. Step 2 setup.

Add a clear coat of polyurethane if desired. Let the glazed tiles dry. Wear a paint mask as well as other protective gear. Using the right paint followed by a protective topcoat.

Extend the life of tiles by painting over it. Clean the painted ceramic tiles with gentle tools. The sides won t show once you grout the tiles and excess glaze can make your tiles stick inside the kiln. Glaze is intentionally quite resistant to everything you can throw at it including paint.

Soft tools like mops and cloths are a better choice. Cover cracks and dings on the tiles. Allowing water or cleaners to stand on ceramic tile can strip the paint so you should be sure to clean up spills quickly. Give a new look to the floor wall and eventually to the whole room.

Let the paint dry for 24 to 48 hours until it is completely dry. How to paint glazed tiles. Always use neutral ph cleaners and avoid abrasive implements like steel wool or scouring brushes. Ceramic tile can make or break the look of a room.

Make sure to paint grout as well.