Scratches and scuffs are indicators that it may be time to refinish your hardwood floors. To refinish a wood floor the process requires sanding off the old finish, filling in any gouges or nicks and applying a polyurethane finish. For detailed steps on how to refinish wood floors, follow below:
Step 1: Clean
The first step of the process involves cleaning. All furniture must be removed from the room and the floors must be cleaned. A simple water and vinegar mixture will do the trick.
Step 2: Sand The Perimeter
Sanding the perimeter of the room usually can’t be done with a walk-behind sander. For this process, use sandpaper and rub with the grain 4 to 6 inches out from the baseboard.
Step 3: Scuff-sand The Finish
A walk-behind sander should be used to scuff-sand the existing finish. Follow the grain and direction of the floorboards when performing this task. Once sanding is complete, use a wood putty to fill in any cracks or gouges in the floor.
Step 4: Vacuum
Leave the room for a few minutes to let the dust and debris settle. Then head back in with a vacuum. Dry-tack the floor with a microfiber cloth prior to applying the finish.
Step 5: Apply The Finish
There are different types of finishes ranging from oil or water-based polyurethanes to varnishes and sealers. Each type comes in a variety of luster and colors. The experts at Hall Flooring can help you pick a finish that will look magnificent in your home. It is important to to apply multiple coats of finish to your floor depending on the desired look. Once the final coat is applied, wait 24 hours before moving furniture back into the room.
If you have any questions or concerns during any step of the process, do not hesitate to call us! Visit us at any of our three convenient locations for the supplies and expertise you may need to complete the job. Labels: finished flooring, hall flooring, hardwood floor cleaning, hardwood floor maintenance, hardwood flooring, hardwood flooring supplies, how to sand floors, wood flooring distributors
