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Shellac Floor Finish
Two things regarding floor finishes are somehow lodged in the popular mind, and they are: varnish and shellac. Here, we’re examining just one of them–shellac floor finish–and hopefully by the end of the article, we will have straightened you out. In other words, shellac is a pain in the ass and I have no idea... »
Flooring Topcoat Finish
You are at the end of your floor installation process. You have built layer upon layer, possibly starting as far down as the joists and subfloor, upward through the underlayment, finish flooring, and stain. Now you are at the final layer: the flooring topcoat finish. What to do now? Glossy vs. Semi-Gloss Topcoats Your floor’s topcoat... »
Penetrating Wood Floor Finishes
Penetrating wood floor finishes have one assigned duty: penetrate that wood and protect it. Here are 5 major categories of penetrating wood floor finishes: Sealers – Sealers are kind of like paint primers: they provide a good, workable base for subsequent finish coats. Linseed and Tung Oils – These oils also penetrate the wood, but they... »
The Basics of Swedish Finish Flooring
Swedish finish flooring sure sounds good and elegant and smart, doesn’t it? But what is a Swedish finish, and is it something you really want to use on your wood flooring? Swedish finish is not a brand name. You will find no manufacturers going by this name. It is a type of wood flooring finish... »
Wood Floor Finishes
Wood floors made their debut in the United States during the Colonial Era. The floors were practical and functional. Aesthetics at the time were not a primary concern for the pragmatic Colonists. During the 19th century, parquetry made its way over from the Continent and wood floors slowly became more than just planks laid down... »