wood flooring

Finishing and Maintaining Wood FloorsPart 6 –Protecting and Repairing the Finish Protecting the Finish For the final touch of beauty and to protect the finish, apply one or more coats of good wax recommended for use on floors.  Use either a liquid buffing wax/cleaner or paste wax.  Use only brands that are designated for hardwood … [Read more…]

Finishing and Maintaining Wood FloorsPart 5 –Finish Application Introduction Proper selection and application of the appropriate finish for a wood floor is essential for maximum performance.  Failure to properly apply the finish can give unsatisfactory results and even require a complete refinishing job.  Regardless of the type of finish applied, certain precautions should be exercised … [Read more…]

Finishing and Maintaining Wood FloorsPart 4 –Selecting a Finish Introduction Finishing a wood floor is perhaps one of the most critical but rewarding steps of installing a new wood floor.  Finishes are applied to wood for two principal reasons.  First, a finish should protect the wood from damage such as stains, moisture, and mechanical wear.  … [Read more…]

Finishing and Maintaining Wood FloorsPart 3 – Old Surface Preparation Sanding If an old finish cannot be satisfactorily repaired, a complete sanding of the surface and then application of a new finish may be necessary.  Most flooring is ¾-inch thick so it can withstand a number of sandings.  In these cases, make certain that all … [Read more…]

Finishing and Maintaining Wood FloorsPart 2 – Surface Preparation Introduction Care must be exercised in preparing a wood floor since finishing will accentuate any defects, irregularities or roughness.  Even irregularities that can scarcely be seen before finishing become conspicuous afterward.  Nothing can be done later which will make up for the defects of a poor … [Read more…]

Finishing and Maintaining Wood Floors Part 1 – Wood Properties Introduction Wood possesses a variety of properties that make it a highly desirable flooring material in residential and public buildings.  In addition to these unique properties, wood flooring can be installed in various distinctive patterns such as parquet and herringbone.  Furthermore, wood floors are attractive … [Read more…]