Solid Hardwood, Engineered and Laminate Flooring - Can FloorGirl Recoat Wood Floors in a Building Built in 1890?
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FloorGirl
05-02-03, 11:47 AM
Dear Superman and/or Superwoman:
Please come to my rescue. I recently bought a coop that was built in 1890. The floors are not in great shape and most of the inspectors/contractors that came over didn't think they could withstand another sanding. I actually like all the creaks and imperfections, but not the dullness.
The floors look almost like bare wood, but not quite. No clue what has been used on them. I really need a quick inexpensive fix. Can I polyurethane over the old floor without sanding? What are the chances that it wouldn't stick? Which type of polyurethane has the best chance of sticking? And what is the best way to test just a part of the floor?
If the polyurethane won't work, is there anything else to do? What about waxing?
Help! Help! FloorGirl needs your help!
Please come to my rescue. I recently bought a coop that was built in 1890. The floors are not in great shape and most of the inspectors/contractors that came over didn't think they could withstand another sanding. I actually like all the creaks and imperfections, but not the dullness.
The floors look almost like bare wood, but not quite. No clue what has been used on them. I really need a quick inexpensive fix. Can I polyurethane over the old floor without sanding? What are the chances that it wouldn't stick? Which type of polyurethane has the best chance of sticking? And what is the best way to test just a part of the floor?
If the polyurethane won't work, is there anything else to do? What about waxing?
Help! Help! FloorGirl needs your help!
Flor Boy Luv FG
05-02-03, 01:53 PM
I love you - Why you gotta be an FG - Lets hang this weekend and call a real floor guy to fixem - come onnnnnnn
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Flor Boy Luv FG
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Locy's Hardwood
05-03-03, 03:57 AM
If the finish is in good shape you could bet away with a screen and recoat but it sounds like the finish is gone in some areas requireing sanding. You stated that you have had inspectors and contractors tell you the floors can not be sanded again call a pro refinisher in your area and ask him what he thinks. Contractors do some hardwoods but often times call a pro for the sanding and finishing of them.
Philly
Philly