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| SANDING & REFINISHING |
Sanding:
Sanding an existing wood floor usually consists of (2 - 4) passes. Each pass is
done with a different grit of sand paper, with a final pass using a very fine 100 -
120 grit, depending on the type of wood being sanded. We stock sandpapers with
grits of: 16, 24, 36, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 and 120. The lower the number the
coarser the grit. Our professional refinishers select the proper combination of
sandpapers needed for the job.
Sanding an existing wood floor usually consists of (2 - 4) passes. Each pass is
done with a different grit of sand paper, with a final pass using a very fine 100 -
120 grit, depending on the type of wood being sanded. We stock sandpapers with
grits of: 16, 24, 36, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 and 120. The lower the number the
coarser the grit. Our professional refinishers select the proper combination of
sandpapers needed for the job.
Sealers:
We use two types of polyurethane sealers:
Oil based: 90% of the finishing jobs use an oil base poly, which has a light honey
patina that adds to the beauty of the wood and brings out the natural woodgrain
patterns
Water Based: Usually a clear finish that enhances the beauty of the grain
without adding any color. Water based is used in situations where a light colored
wood needs to meld into the decorating scheme of the room.
We use two types of polyurethane sealers:
Oil based: 90% of the finishing jobs use an oil base poly, which has a light honey
patina that adds to the beauty of the wood and brings out the natural woodgrain
patterns
Water Based: Usually a clear finish that enhances the beauty of the grain
without adding any color. Water based is used in situations where a light colored
wood needs to meld into the decorating scheme of the room.
The Finishing 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 over night and when it is sufficiently hard, we lightly sand the
coat with a fine grit sandpaper (100 - 120 grit) 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 overnight.
The process is continued until all three coats have been applied leaving a beautiful hardwood floor that will last
for years.
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 over night and when it is sufficiently hard, we lightly sand the
coat with a fine grit sandpaper (100 - 120 grit) 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 overnight.
The process is continued until all three coats have been applied leaving a beautiful hardwood floor that will last
for years.
Stains:
Our high quality stains come in a variety of shades and patinas. They are designed to penetrate and seal the
wood, while adding luxurious color. A coat of stain takes the place of a polyurethane coat. Example: one coat
of stain with two coats of polyurethane is needed to complete a finishing job. A natural finish takes three coats
of polyurethane with no stain coat.
Our high quality stains come in a variety of shades and patinas. They are designed to penetrate and seal the
wood, while adding luxurious color. A coat of stain takes the place of a polyurethane coat. Example: one coat
of stain with two coats of polyurethane is needed to complete a finishing job. A natural finish takes three coats
of polyurethane with no stain coat.
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