Sanding your wood floor is no longer a no-no

Hardwood flooring is often used to add a certain rustic charm to a room, but in the past if you have worried that sanding your floor will remove any of its colour or pattern then fear no longer.

If you want to re-sand your hardwood flooring the grain pattern will remain visible regardless of how much sanding takes place according to ReliableRemodeler.com.

After a reader of the site published a question concerning sanding his hardwood floor, he was reassured that with some wooden floors the grain will never be hidden, and that this is true of some wooden floors more than others.

"When working with certain types of hardwood, such as oak, the grain pattern can be most visible when the wood is sanded the smoothest," the expert responded.

Sanding, polishing and the general up-keep of wood flooring is essential to ensure it remains smooth, shiny and looking its best for as long as possible. Small maintenance work carried out every week to keep on top of its care can dramatically extend the look and life of your hardwood flooring.

The latest flooring news, courtesy of Floors Online.


Date : 09/02/2011
Category: Flooring Industry News

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