The Messy Task of Refinishing Your Nature Wood Floors
Refinishing your wood flooring is a great way to transform your space. Refinished floors done cleanly are rewarding and give your home a complete makeover. There are various wood flooring options, so the first step involved is determining the type of wood floor in your home or whatever space you wish to refinish.
This is relatively easy to identify by professional floor refinishers. However, many wood masquerades are hardwood but sometimes entirely made of other materials. So the type of floor wood you intend to refinish determines the technique that should be used. This guide walks you through the basic processes involved.
How to Refinish Your Wood Floors?
Refinishing wood flooring involves removing the surface finish of the wood and digging past surface scratches, stains, and any other imperfections that might exist for a new surface. However this may seem simple, but many processes are involved. Here are the steps and processes involved in refinishing a wooden floor.
1. Patch and Repair
Preparing the room is the first step in patching and repairing. With the help of wood patch filler and a shackle knife, look for large holes and cracks on the floor and fill them up with the wood filler. Trowel filler is a better option for a heavily damaged floor, as it spreads and covers large areas.
2. Sand the Floor
The next process involves the use of a drum sander. A floor sander can be very hard to control, especially with little to no experience using one. Therefore, it is always advisable to let professional floor refinishers handle wood floor refinishing projects. In addition, a 40-60-grit sanding belt should be used on an upright drum sander to sand the floor to create new surface flooring.
3. Clean the Floor and Stain the Wood
After sanding, it is important to vacuum or sweep the floor thoroughly before the next process. Buffing the floor gives it a smooth finish after using the floor sander. Once the floor has been wiped clean, you can stain the wood, although this is optional. Stain emits harmful vapors, so ensure the room is well-ventilated and a respiratory mask is used.
4. Seal the Floor
Once the stain has dried, the last and final step is sealing the floor. Sealing the floor protects it from scratches, water damage, and dings. This also brings out the wood's beauty and adds shine and luster to its appearance.
Hardwood floors exude timeless elegance and require proper maintenance to retain their allure. Knowing how to clean hardwood floors effectively, whether you have prefinished hardwood flooring, factory-sealed for enhanced durability, or unfinished hardwood flooring requiring post-installation sealing, is crucial. Using the appropriate cleaning products for hardwood flooring and methods can assist in preserving their natural beauty and durability. Understanding the variations between prefinished and unfinished hardwood floors will help you choose the suitable cleaning techniques for their requirements. Understanding Prefinished Hardwood Flooring Prefinished hardwood flooring is factory-treated with a protective sealant, making it more moisture-resistant and easier to maintain. This...
Refinished floors done cleanly give the room a new look without the trouble of installing brand-new flooring. Performing these tasks yourself may seem cost-effective; however, refining wood floors is so delicate that even the slightest mistake can damage the flooring, which would cost more to repair.
Additionally, handling specific tools required for refinishing wood flooring can be very challenging without the necessary knowledge. Therefore, this task is best left to professional floor refinishers like Nature Wood Floors, who have the required skills and expertise. Reviews from our customers speak volumes about our services, so contact us today!
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Discover the new staining technique that creates a beautiful organic blend of colors. Reactive stained wood is a type of water-based wood stain that works to make wood look more aged and natural. The color of the wood will often look brighter and fuller. Reactive staining, much like the name implies, chemically reacts with the wood to naturally age and change the look of the wood.
Discover the new staining technique that creates a beautiful organic blend of colors. Reactive stained wood is a type of water-based wood stain that works to make wood look more aged and natural. The color of the wood will often look brighter and fuller. Reactive staining, much like the name implies, chemically reacts with the wood to naturally age and change the look of the wood.
Discover the new staining technique that creates a beautiful organic blend of colors. Reactive stained wood is a type of water-based wood stain that works to make wood look more aged and natural. The color of the wood will often look brighter and fuller. Reactive staining, much like the name implies, chemically reacts with the wood to naturally age and change the look of the wood.
On top of our regular flooring options, we also supply custom material for stair treads, risers, and nosings. This way you can keep your flooring consistent throughout your whole home. Below are the parts of stairs we provide and the purpose of each.
Tread - A tread is part of the stair that you step or “tread” on. It is important for your tread to be properly sized. A thread that is too short will not allow people to put their whole foot on it which can cause people to lose their balance and fall. On the other hand, if the tread is too wide, it will take people much more time than necessary to climb your steps.
Riser - The riser is the piece of wood vertical in between the threads. Every step has a rise, but not every step has a riser. For example, for steps leading up to a porch, there may not be anything in between the thread. This can be dangerous though as your foot is more likely to catch, especially in the case of small children.
Nosing - A stair nosing is an incredibly important safety feature of any step. The nosing is the part of the tread that sticks out a little and protrudes past where the tread meets with the riser. This is usually the part of the step where non-slip attachments are added. Nosings increase the visibility of steps, provide those walking up or down them with more room for their feet and also protect the edges of steps from damage.
On top of our regular flooring options, we also supply custom material for stair treads, risers, and nosings. This way you can keep your flooring consistent throughout your whole home. Below are the parts of stairs we provide and the purpose of each.
Tread - A tread is part of the stair that you step or “tread” on. It is important for your tread to be properly sized. A thread that is too short will not allow people to put their whole foot on it which can cause people to lose their balance and fall. On the other hand, if the tread is too wide, it will take people much more time than necessary to climb your steps.
Riser - The riser is the piece of wood vertical in between the threads. Every step has a rise, but not every step has a riser. For example, for steps leading up to a porch, there may not be anything in between the thread. This can be dangerous though as your foot is more likely to catch, especially in the case of small children.
Nosing - A stair nosing is an incredibly important safety feature of any step. The nosing is the part of the tread that sticks out a little and protrudes past where the tread meets with the riser. This is usually the part of the step where non-slip attachments are added. Nosings increase the visibility of steps, provide those walking up or down them with more room for their feet and also protect the edges of steps from damage.
On top of our regular flooring options, we also supply custom material for stair treads, risers, and nosings. This way you can keep your flooring consistent throughout your whole home. Below are the parts of stairs we provide and the purpose of each.
Tread - A tread is part of the stair that you step or “tread” on. It is important for your tread to be properly sized. A thread that is too short will not allow people to put their whole foot on it which can cause people to lose their balance and fall. On the other hand, if the tread is too wide, it will take people much more time than necessary to climb your steps.
Riser - The riser is the piece of wood vertical in between the threads. Every step has a rise, but not every step has a riser. For example, for steps leading up to a porch, there may not be anything in between the thread. This can be dangerous though as your foot is more likely to catch, especially in the case of small children.
Nosing - A stair nosing is an incredibly important safety feature of any step. The nosing is the part of the tread that sticks out a little and protrudes past where the tread meets with the riser. This is usually the part of the step where non-slip attachments are added. Nosings increase the visibility of steps, provide those walking up or down them with more room for their feet and also protect the edges of steps from damage.
Explore the unique beauty our exotic species of wood has to offer. Coming from all over the world, these wood options are sure to stand out and leave a mark on you and any visitors you may have. Exotic wood can be harder to come by and with our large selection, you may be able to find something you otherwise could have only dreamed of having, or worse would have had to pay an arm and a leg for from anywhere else.
Explore the unique beauty our exotic species of wood has to offer. Coming from all over the world, these wood options are sure to stand out and leave a mark on you and any visitors you may have. Exotic wood can be harder to come by and with our large selection, you may be able to find something you otherwise could have only dreamed of having, or worse would have had to pay an arm and a leg for from anywhere else.
Explore the unique beauty our exotic species of wood has to offer. Coming from all over the world, these wood options are sure to stand out and leave a mark on you and any visitors you may have. Exotic wood can be harder to come by and with our large selection, you may be able to find something you otherwise could have only dreamed of having, or worse would have had to pay an arm and a leg for from anywhere else.
Affordable, DIY, and Worry-free. We offer some of the top brands when it comes to Vinyl flooring including CoreTec Vinyl, FirmFit Vinyl, Happy Feet Vinyl, Nuvelle Vinyl, LW Floor Vinyl and even our own line of Nature Wood Floors Vinyl. On top of its waterproofing, vinyl is also incredibly durable, softer to walk on and helps reduce noise caused by walking or running. That last feature is incredibly useful if you have rowdy children or pets around often.
Affordable, DIY, and Worry-free. We offer some of the top brands when it comes to Vinyl flooring including CoreTec Vinyl, FirmFit Vinyl, Happy Feet Vinyl, Nuvelle Vinyl, LW Floor Vinyl and even our own line of Nature Wood Floors Vinyl. On top of its waterproofing, vinyl is also incredibly durable, softer to walk on and helps reduce noise caused by walking or running. That last feature is incredibly useful if you have rowdy children or pets around often.
Affordable, DIY, and Worry-free. We offer some of the top brands when it comes to Vinyl flooring including CoreTec Vinyl, FirmFit Vinyl, Happy Feet Vinyl, Nuvelle Vinyl, LW Floor Vinyl and even our own line of Nature Wood Floors Vinyl. On top of its waterproofing, vinyl is also incredibly durable, softer to walk on and helps reduce noise caused by walking or running. That last feature is incredibly useful if you have rowdy children or pets around often.
Experience our selection in traditional woods that are ready for your custom stain and finish. Unfinished solids are raw hardwood. What this means is that they will need to be stained with a protective coat on-site rather than be pre-done. Now while this is more work, the material is cheaper upfront and you’ll have more control of what the final flooring will look like in the end.
Experience our selection in traditional woods that are ready for your custom stain and finish. Unfinished solids are raw hardwood. What this means is that they will need to be stained with a protective coat on-site rather than be pre-done. Now while this is more work, the material is cheaper upfront and you’ll have more control of what the final flooring will look like in the end.
Experience our selection in traditional woods that are ready for your custom stain and finish. Unfinished solids are raw hardwood. What this means is that they will need to be stained with a protective coat on-site rather than be pre-done. Now while this is more work, the material is cheaper upfront and you’ll have more control of what the final flooring will look like in the end.
This type of flooring is made from antique wood, that adds a modern touch that offers beauty and fashion. European Oak is considered one of the most exquisite wood species on the market due to its wide board design and long length yields. It is easily one of the most popular flooring choices in all of the United States. Since it is very durable and incredibly easy to work with, it’s not hard to see why.
This type of flooring is made from antique wood, that adds a modern touch that offers beauty and fashion. European Oak is considered one of the most exquisite wood species on the market due to its wide board design and long length yields. It is easily one of the most popular flooring choices in all of the United States. Since it is very durable and incredibly easy to work with, it’s not hard to see why.
This type of flooring is made from antique wood, that adds a modern touch that offers beauty and fashion. European Oak is considered one of the most exquisite wood species on the market due to its wide board design and long length yields. It is easily one of the most popular flooring choices in all of the United States. Since it is very durable and incredibly easy to work with, it’s not hard to see why.