We have 3/4 thick redwood tongue and groove floors want to sand and finish what is the best finish to use on them? We do not want to stain them just a clear finish.. Thanks
2007-04-06 11:03:54 · 3 answers · asked by kathyannage 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
The best finish is high grade water based polyurethane. Oil base is softer, wears faster, and will give the floor a slightly ambered look. Use 3 or 4 coats for lasting wear. Make sure you don't buy the cheap stuff.
2007-04-06 11:16:56 · answer #1 · answered by fakest forest 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Urethane is indeed the product. Stay away from Minwax. It's a good product, but costs nearly twice what other comparable products cost...because of the name.
When we did our floors we used a Polyurethane from Home Depot (it was in the Tool rental area, not out by the paint) and it's actually used for gymnasium floors. It doesn't have a horrible smell and it dried very quickly (just a few hours). We did spend the night in a hotel anticipating that it would be horrible, but it wasn't. The product also didn't leave an amber tint, it was truly a clear coat product. The best part was that it was under $20/gallon and it took us 3 gallons for 2 bedrooms, living/dining room and hallway, putting on 4 coats. The whole thing, including sander rental, was only $150.
2007-04-06 22:42:37 · answer #2 · answered by GenevievesMom 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Definitely many coats of polyurethane. The more the better as your floors will not be as easily compromised by pets or shoes or kids. Make sure each coat has sufficient drying time.
2007-04-06 19:23:47 · answer #3 · answered by dawnb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋