Guide to Wood Floor Finishes

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Kinds of Wood Floor Finishes include the following:

Wood floor surface finishes

• Wood floor surface finishes offer durability and water resistance to wooden floors.
• They require very little maintenance.
• They are typically a mixture of synthetic resins including polyurethane, urethane, and catalyzed materials.
• They are formulated to remain on the surface of the floor only, creating a protective coating.
• They come in a wide variety of finish including satin, matte, high-gloss, and semi-gloss.
• They are ideal for kitchen wood floors.

• Wood floor penetrating seals are actually thin varnishes that penetrate all the way down the wood pores when applied to the surface of the floors.
• They provide a satin or low-gloss finish to the wood floor.
• They are common among residential floors.
• They effectively prevent chipping and scratching of wood.
• For a better finish, they require two coat application.
• They come in normal or slow drying and fast drying sealers, with the latter usually applied by professionals only.

Non-toxic solvents: Make sure that your wood floor finish does not contain any harmful or toxic solvent that may emit powerful fumes and require you to vacate your house when it is being applied.

Long-lasting: Choose a wood floor finish that offers durability and long-lasting use. Make sure it provides an excellent protective coating that will last for years.

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