Start the sander - the drum needs to be off the floor - then walk forward and gently ease the drum to the floor. As you reach the end of the strip, cautiously begin to raise the drum off the floor. With hand-held floor sanders, again load the sandpaper so it's tight, start with the sander off the floor and lower it gently.
Sand with the grain, moving the sander slowly from side to side. As you get to the end of the strip, turn by sanding in a semicircle direction. Note: Remember to unplug the sander whenever you need to change the sandpaper! After sanding, once the dust has settled , vacuum everywhere, then wipe the floor with white spirit and leave to dry completely. Apply varnish to seal the wood; you can do this using a floor pad.
Varnish floor pads come in a plastic container with the varnish. Dip the pad into the container to load it and start at the corner of the room that is furthest from the door. It's important to move the floor pad in the direction of the wood grain. For consistency, as you get to the other side of the room, turn the pad around and apply the varnish from the other end. Apply two to three coats leaving about two hours drying time in between. Polyurethane on the other hand, offers durability and flexibility for interior projects.
If your floor will be subject to heavy traffic, an oil-based poly is the more durable choice. Menu 0. Things to Consider Before you start evaluating your options, you need to know a few things about your project to get the best finish: Durability : How long do you want your flooring to last before you need to apply another coat? When assessing your options, keep in mind what your flooring will be primarily used for.
If it will be subject to heavy traffic and wear, oil-based polyurethane is recommended. Toxicity : Remember that some finishes are flammable and contain more chemicals than others.
This is especially important to consider if you have children or are finishing a floor in a poorly ventilated area, in which case you should go with a water-based polyurethane. Color : Do you like the exact color of your flooring as is, or would you mind a slightly different tint or more glow?
Drying : Do you need to use your surface within the next 48 hours, or is there no rush? Some water-based polys take less than one day to properly apply, while varnish can take up to seven days. Cost : This is probably the most obvious factor. Touch dry in just 30 minutes and ready for a second coat in two hours, Perfect Finish Diamond Hard Floor Varnish protects against knocks, scuffs and scratches. Measure your area precisely, drop the numbers into this smart calculator and it will tell you straight away how many litres you'll need to complete your project.
Starting in the corner furthest from the door, paint 2 floorboards at a time. Remove your furniture and open your doors and windows to minimise the odour. Remove any dirt or grit that could scratch the floor and use a damp microfiber cloth or mop to clean surface stains and scuffs. A specialist wood floor cleaner will be able to lift any stubborn marks. Be sure to follow the instructions correctly.
Jump to section. Description Touch dry in just 30 minutes and ready for a second coat in two hours, Perfect Finish Diamond Hard Floor Varnish protects against knocks, scuffs and scratches. Coverage Calculator How much varnish do I need? Area Height Area Width metres feet.
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