Applying Clear Coat To Wood Floors
The finishing step for wood floors after they have been sanded and stained is the polyurethane process.
Applying clear coat to wood floors. How to apply varnish or polyurethane this video will will show you how to apply varnish or polyurethane this is the final step in your staining wood projec. For this reason a final coat of wax often tops the oil for extra protection. After it dries sand lightly. Start by sanding the surface thoroughly and.
Applying a clear finish to wood brings out the wood s natural beauty while sealing and protecting the wood s surface. Move first in the direction of the wood grain and then across it. That way the surface will not only be dry but the chemicals in the polyurethane will have had enough time to cure. After the last application let the piece dry for 24 to 48 yours before you place it in service.
Unlike most other hardwood floor finishes penetrating oils don t leave a hard shell on top of the wood. Polyurethane is a clear protecting agent that can be either oil or water based. Then remove all the sanding dust and apply a second coat. For added durability a third coat can be applied.
The best clear coat you ll use for any hardwood floors not laminate or vinyl flooring is clear polyurethane rated for floors. Most clear finishes are applied with a brush working in the direction of the grain of the wood. Apply a thick layer of clear coat to the rest of your floor using a paint roller extension pole for ease of use. Oil based polyurethane is an excellent product to use for this purpose.
Repeat the coat dry sand process several times until the wood achieves the finish you intend.