Is this the actual wood stage floor that was stained at one time, typically stage floors are painted black, unless nice tongue and groove floor. If you are painting the floor and want to use primer, I recommend ROSCO Tough Prime, this comes in black or white, then if you wanted to paint wood grain on the floor ROSCO has multiple brown colors for the base grain color for dry brushing or a graining tool, I would seal over the paint with their clear matte finish.
I recommend flat or matte finish to remove the reflectivity on the lighting.
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Jerry Onik
V.P. Theatrical Supplies and Equipment
Heartland Scenic Studio
NE
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