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Sanding
 Sanding
an existing wood floor usually consists of approximately 2-3 passes
with a big sanding machine. Sanding is done on a new install to
prepare the floor for several coats of finish or a stain, or it
is done to resurface and restore an existing wood floor.
Stains
Stains
come in a variety of shades. They are designed to penetrate and
seal the wood, while adding luxurious color. A coat of stain and
three coats of finish (water, oil, etc.) is needed to complete
a stain finishing job. A natural finish takes three coats of polyurethane
with no stain coat.
Finishes
Oil-modified
urethane is generally the most common surface finish
and is easy to apply. It is solvent-base polyurethane that dries
in about eight to twenty-four hours, depending upon conditions.
Water-based
urethane
is a waterborne urethane that dries by water evaporation. These
finishes are clear and non-yellowing. They have a milder odor
than oil-modified finishes have, and they dry in about two to
twelve hours, depending upon conditions. Water-based urethanes
are generally more expensive, but are also more durable than oil-modified.
Sheen:
There are several different types of finish to choose from, depending
on the desired look:
- High
Gloss
- Gloss
- Semi-Gloss
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Satin (Matte)
The Wood Floor Refinishing Process
  Generally,
finishing a hardwood floor takes three coats applied over a period
of three days, however, if humidity levels are high, it could
take an additional day to complete the process.
After the floors are sanded and cleaned,
we apply the first coat of either stain or polyurethane (depending
upon the desired finish). We allow the coat to dry and then lightly
buff the coat to knockdown the grain, and to create a surface
that will allow the next coat to adhere properly. The second coat
of polyurethane is applied and allowed to dry. The process is
continued until all three coats have been applied leaving a beautiful
hardwood floor that will last for years.
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Serving
all of Central Florida and surrounding areas including:
Altamonte Springs, Daytona
Beach, DeBary, DeLand, DeLeon Springs, Deltona, Geneva,
Lake Helen, Lake Mary, Longwood,
Maitland, New Smyrna, Orange City, Orlando, Ormond Beach,
Oviedo, Sanford, Winter Park, Winter Springs
Licensed,
Insured & Workers' Compensation
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