QUESTION

Painting/Coating Ceramic Tile - I just purchased a home that has ceramic tile floors and counter tops. I have sealed the grout. I would like to know if there is any kind of finish I can put on the countertops to give it a glazed smooth surface feel such as polyurethene?

ANSWER

ANSWER - Ceramic tile is not made with the intentions of it being coated or painted. There are many different types of ceramic tile, but I will assume you have glazed ceramic tile on your countertops and floor. That glaze is a glass like substance and most paints will not stay adhered. If the tile is thoroughly cleaned and all sealers and contaminates are removed, you can apply an epoxy based paint or coating over it. Since it isn't a standard use or application for ceramic tile, there is no guarantee how long it will last or how well it will wear. It would be completely experimental. Good Luck!