If you don't have the budget to install a new floor, but you are tired of looking at old and worn carpet, I've got the perfect solution! Paint your subfloor...
First step, rip out your old carpet and carpet padding. Remove all of the tack strips using a hammer and pry bar. Also, remove the staples by prying them up with a flat head screwdriver and then pulling them out with needle-nose pliers.
PRIME THE FLOORBefore you paint, you need to prime the floor with a quality primer. The fastest way to do this is to cut in around the edges with a paintbrush. Then use a roller with an extension handle to fill in the rest of the floor.
PAINT YOUR SUBFLOOR
Now it's time to paint the subfloor. I used a latex paint instead of oil because it is easier to work with and easier to clean. You will need a couple of coats for good coverage. I chose to add a border. You want to add that prior to the stencil.
STENCIL THE FLOOR
Stenciling your floor is optional; paint alone can make a huge difference.
But stenciling really looks beautiful. While stenciling a floor looks intimidating and time-consuming, it actually goes pretty quickly.
SEAL THE FLOOR
The final step is sealing the floors. I used 4 coats.
Technically you don’t need to a sealer over porch and floor paint, but I highly recommend it. Also, wait a few days before adding furniture.