Q: We purchased a new home in August 2006. The builder installed pine flooring throughout out house. We realize that pine is quite soft and expected to have many scratches. Overall, we were satisfied with the way it came out, and it seems to be holding up quite well. However, we’ve been having a...
Sanding and Refinishing
Floor Finishes
Q: Enjoy reading the new blog. Here’s a question for your consideration… I’m currently in the process of getting quotes for having our floors refinished. We’ll also have them stained darker — perhaps royal mahogany or another darker shade. But I’m struggling with selecting the right finish for the floors. Each person recommends something...
Flaking/Bubbling Finish
Q: My wife and I just bought an apartment in March. The poly on the wood floor is bubbling, peeling and flaking off. The builder says he’ll only pay for screening and 2 coats of poly which is $200.But the flooring guy says it needs sanding, sealing and 3 coats of poly which costs...
Screening/Re-screening Floors
Q: What is meant when someone says “re-screen a floor?” A: This goes back somewhat to our question from Lucy about her cork flooring. Re-screening a floor is a way to refinish a floor without actually sanding off any of the wood surface. This is typically used with bamboo or cork flooring to refresh...
Cork Flooring and Adding Additional Finish
Q: We have installed Westhollow cork floor in the kitchen(Monticello) and would like to add a top coat to help seal the seams and for make it more durable. What should we use? Also, can you recommend a cleaner to use on cork when necessary. Thanks. Lucy A: Lucy I’ll be honest when I...
