Based on the number of homes with hardwood floors it’s a fair assessment that hardwood floors are still a preferred flooring material. Hardwood floors provide a beauty and warmth unequaled by any other flooring surface -; it’s natural, good for those with allergies, and outlasts most flooring materials.
So how does a homeowner decide if floor refinishing in Topeka KS is the best option for them? The answer comes down to preference as nearly any hardwood floor can be refinished. Delaminated or insect damaged sections can be replaced, holes plugged, and squeaky or loose planks tightened. As with any household project the key is having realistic expectations. Homeowners with very old wood floors that have not been maintained should not expect a like new floor after refinishing.
The following outlines the main steps involved in Floor Refinishing in Topeka KS:
* Preparation -; If the floor had been covered with carpet all staples and tack strips must be removed. Nails must be removed or hammered below the surface of the floor. Refinishing floors creates a lot of dust so doorways need to be sealed with plastic and draperies and wall decorations should be removed. Any repairs such as plugging are done and the floor is thoroughly vacuumed before sanding begins.
* Sanding -; Hardwood floors are sanded with a drum sander using course grit sandpaper starting with 40-grit and progressing to 100-grit. The final pass is done using a very fine grit sandpaper. Edging along the walls and corners are done by hand to prevent accidentally damaging the walls.
* Applying the Coating -; First, a sealant or stain, is applied which protects the floor from moisture, stains, and dirt. The sealant is allowed to sit for 24 hours, then the surface is buffed, vacuumed, and the first of three coats of polyurethane applied.
* Curing -; Floors coated with a water based sealant are typically dry enough for foot traffic in a few hours but continues to cure for about a week. Oil based sealants take about 24 hours to allow for foot traffic and the typically curing process takes about one month.
Contact us to discuss refinishing hardwood floors and answer any questions you might have. Bear in mind that it typically takes four to six days, from start to finish, to refinish hardwood flooring. There are many stain colors to choose from as well as sheens to choose from, including satin, semi-gloss, and glossy.