Introduction: One Superior Product System, Two Tailored Plans for Success

When you decide to refinish the tiles in your home, understanding that floors and walls face completely different challenges is the key to a long-lasting result. The good news is that our water-based tile refinishing system, with its excellent adhesion, eco-friendly properties, and durability, is perfectly suited for both. The secret lies in applying a targeted plan for each location. This guide will explain why floors require an extra layer of protection and how simple adjustments to your process ensure a professional, durable finish for both vertical and horizontal surfaces.

Part 1: Universal Foundation: Why Non-Negotiable Surface Prep is 90% of Success

Whether your project is a floor or a wall, the first step is the same and is the most critical: thorough pre-treatment using the Tile Cleaner.This step is the most important surface treatment before painting and cannot be skipped.

Why is the Tile Cleaner mandatory?

The Reason: Over years of use, tile surfaces accumulate invisible residues of grease, wax, and cleaning chemicals. These contaminants severely compromise the adhesion of the tile paint.

The Benefit: The Tile Cleaner is specially formulated to break down these pollutants, cleaning and micro-etching the glazed surface to create a perfect, clean foundation for the coating to bond to.

Professional Pre-Treatment Steps:

1. Pour the Tile Cleaner onto the back of the Magic Eraser Tool included in the product kit.

2. Scrub the entire surface vigorously and evenly, ensuring every corner is covered.

3. Let it sit for 15 minutes after the first pass.

4. Use the Magic Eraser to go over the entire surface a second time.

5. Let it sit for another 15 minutes.

6. Thoroughly rinse the cleaner using a shower sprayer (or repeatedly wipe with a water-dampened, well-wrung cloth).

7. Success Criteria: When viewed under light, the tile surface should show no hazy film, and its original gloss should be unaffected.

Part 2: The Wall Refinishing Plan – Beauty and Durability Combined

Recommended Plan: Tile Cleaner + Tile Color Paint

Walls primarily face moisture, soap scum, and occasional wiping, not heavy physical abrasion. Therefore, our Water-Based Tile Paint alone provides outstanding performance for this application.This aligns with our commitment to providing eco-friendly, low-VOC paint options for healthier homes.

Why is this plan ideal for walls?

Superior Adhesion & Aesthetic Finish: After pre-treatment with the dedicated cleaner, our Tile Paint forms a strong bond with the tile surface, effectively resisting peeling. It provides a smooth, even, professional-looking finish that enhances the aesthetics of your space.

Eco-Safe & Easy Application: Our Water-Based Tile Paint is low-VOC, low-odor, making it ideal for use in indoor spaces like bathrooms and kitchens with limited ventilation. It sprays easily, levels well, and tools can be cleaned effortlessly with soapy water.

Important Application Tip:

Mixing the Tile Paint: Once the hardener is added, the tile paint must be used within 12 hours. If you cannot use it all at once, mix it in batches, strictly adhering to the 50 : 1 mix ratio by volume.

Part 3: The Floor Refinishing Plan – Extra Protection Built for Strength

Recommended Plan: Tile Cleaner + Tile Color Paint + Wear-Resistant Top Coat

Floors need to withstand foot traffic, furniture movement, scraping, and more frequent cleaning. Therefore, adding a transparent protective layer over the perfect color coat is essential.This top coat acts as a sacrificial layer, dramatically increasing the overall durability of your refinished surface

Why is the Wear-Resistant Top Coat mandatory for floors?

Dramatically Increased Surface Hardness & Abrasion Resistance: The Wear-Resistant Top Coat is engineered to withstand physical wear and tear. It forms a hard, protective shell on the floor surface, significantly resisting scratches, scuffs, and the impact of daily use, greatly extending the life of your refinishing project.

Easier Cleaning & Maintenance: This tough top layer makes it harder for dirt and cleaners to penetrate, making routine cleaning easier and helping the floor maintain its like-new appearance for years.

Efficient Application Workflow:

1.First, meticulously prepare the floor using the Tile Cleaner as described in the universal foundation steps.

2.Apply the Tile Color Paint.

3.Once the color paint is touch-dry (after approximately 2 hours), you can immediately apply the Wear-Resistant Top Coat. This seamless process significantly improves application efficiency.

Quick Reference Table: Choose Your Success Plan

At a glance: Here's your definitive plan chooser

Conclusion: The Right Plan for a Flawless, Long-Lasting Finish

By understanding the different demands of floors and walls and implementing the targeted plans we've designed, you can effortlessly transform old tiles into beautiful, incredibly durable new surfaces.For more insights on what to expect from your project, read our guide on the pros and cons of refinishing tiles.

Ready to transform your bathroom or kitchen walls? Get a beautiful, durable finish with our all-in-one Water-Based Tile Refinishing Kit

 Demanding floor project ahead? Equip yourself for success. Choose our premium Floor Refinishing Kit (with included Wear-Resistant Top Coat) to build a finish that can handle life's messes