This stuff is created to restore previously sealed old hardwood woods.
Redoing old hoise floors.
How to refinish a 100 year old wood floor.
Sandless isn t always a good idea for wood floors though.
It s available in both satin and glossy finishes.
Wipe sanding dust from the floor using a cotton cloth dampened with mineral spirits.
In this video this old house general contractor tom silva applies new finish to an old floor.
Rejuvenate wood floor restorer.
In this video the building that my studio is in the coffee shop mocha monkey needed to have the wood floors refinished.
It won t get out deep scratches or stains and it won t help repair cupping or crowning.
Here s a look at ways to determine whether you need a simple repair a full refinishing job or to simply start fresh with a new hardwood floor installation.
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Sand the floor down to bare wood using a floor sanding machine and edge sander both of which can be rented.
Another good to know products like these that were created to refresh floors without sanding have a thick consistency that will fill light scratches and soften small dings.
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If the scratches don t go all the way through to the wood you can scuff sand your floors with a buffer and apply a fresh coat or two of finish.
Be sure to vacuum between sandings.
Whether you ve been admiring your old wood floor for years or you just discovered it hidden under some old carpeting refinishing it can be a feast for.
This old house general contractor tom silva shows how to apply a new finish to an old hardwood floor.
It s really the only option you have other than replacing the floor.
Situations differ but you may not be able to refinish your hardwood floor more than 10 times.
The hardwood floor refinishing process is easier and less expensive than sanding down to bare wood and takes less time.
Repairing and refinishing old hardwood floors can be a labor intensive and complex process.
Flooring experts estimate that hardwood floors can be sanded for refinishing up to 10 times depending on the thoroughness of the sanding and the level of wear and tear on the floor.