Dull Grainy Sections Of My Hardwood Floor

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Dull grainy sections of my hardwood floor. It s the only thing that worked for me and i know it will help anyone whose floors are affected by the same issue. Maintaining shiny flooring requires regular sweeping and cleaning to remove dust dirt and other debris that can scratch and dull the floor s surface. Shiny hardwood flooring can enhance any living space. A homeowner recently emailed me wondering what to do with his lovely old wood floors in one high traffic area the floor is showing wear from frequent use.

Start with one section of your floor about 2 sq. Refinishing a floor is a big deal and if the floor has only one or two worn areas while the rest of the finish is in good condition it s more economical to make spot repairs. Out like streetlights against a dull floor. But as long as the damage is shallow in the coating and not in the wood itself you can renew the hardwood floor by adding a new coat of polyurethane.

We have sanded off all the old stain used the 120 grit to give a smoother finish used a polyurethane but it still. If you purchase a product with which you are unfamiliar test it on an inconspicuous section of your floor first. Applied a coat of polyurethane but floor still looks dull. In another area a wheeled office chair.

A 16 ounce hardwood floor restorer in the low price range starts at 9 to 12 per quart. In my experience it is almost impossible to refinish a section of floor that will blend in with the finished section in the same room that is. Done correctly a spot repair is all but unnoticeable provided you ve correctly matched the finish and if necessary the stain. Spray the glass cleaner.

In today s post i want to share a floor cleaning tip with you that i used to remove a mysterious hazy buildup from my hardwood floors. All wood floors are protected by a clear coating that eventually becomes scratched scuffed and dull. Brand name hardwood floor restorers in the middle range sell for 12 to 20 per quart. Over time however wood flooring can become dull and lifeless.

We are in the process of sanding our hardwood floors to have a different stain put on them.