The technique of white washing flooring has been around for a long time, but it has only become a popular style and design trend in recent years. It’s perfect for the ultra modern look which is perfect in the trendy apartments of young couples and city professionals.

Equally, the right white washed floor can also provide a touch of rustic class to a room. Paired with blues and greens, it’s perfect for a seaside, nautical feeling vibe in your home without having to get sand in your unmentionables.

How Is White Washed Flooring Created?

White washing works by applying a diluted paint solution (or alternatively a mix of calcium hydroxide and chalk) directly onto a solid wood or engineered flooring. This will brighten the overall appearance of the wood and highlight the grain creating a rustic and weathered look.

White washing, also know as lime washing was originally done to brighten up and revamp old tired floors when the funds were not available to replace them. Nowadays, the popularity and demand for this style of flooring is on the rise and you can now buy your wood flooring pre-finished in this style such as our own Gold Series Solid Oak Brushed and White UV Lacquered  and the Redwood X-wide Plank Oak Smoked Brushed and White Oiled.

With such a wide range of white washed flooring available, it can be hard to decide on just one. Have a look at our huge range of floors over on our website. Or if you’re still in doubt, give us a call on 0844 8118 292 or request a call back, and one of our expert flooring advisors can help you find the floor of your dreams.