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Sanding & Sealing of Mix of Walnut & Oak Flooring
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Sanding & Sealing of Mix of Walnut & Oak Flooring
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Sanding & Sealing of Mix of Walnut & Oak Flooring
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Sanding & Sealing of Mix of Walnut & Oak Flooring
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Sanding & Sealing of Mix of Walnut & Oak Flooring
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Sanding & Sealing of Mix of Walnut & Oak Flooring
Before the works
The mix of oak and walnut engineered wood flooring in this Wimbledon home was overall looking tired and in need of restoration. During our free home survey, we did thorough inspection of the floors and discussed with the client all possible options.
Our client has decided to go for finishing the floors in matt lacquer.
How we did it...
Engineered flooring planks come in 3 main standards of thickness, which also defines how thick is the available for sanding top layer of the product. Depending on the overall condition of the floors, the initial floor sanding may start with coarser or medium grid. The task of this stage is not only to remove the previous finish and get the floors to bare wood, but also to provide a good level throughout the entire floor. In the case of engineered wood flooring, the level of the floor is usually good, due the "click" or "tongue-and-groove" locking between the planks.
Sanding the floors with fine grids (80 - 120 gr) and a good rotary buff to the new timber surface with high grid buffing screens is the most important stage in the preparation of the wooden flooring for finishing.
Floors were consequently sealed with 3 coats of Bona Mega water-based lacquer in matt sheen with another light screen buff between the coats, for excellent final touch to the finish.
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Did you know this about walnut flooring?
Walnut wood is a premium hardwood timber known for its rich, dark brown color with purplish or gray undertones. It has a straight grain, though it can sometimes feature attractive wave patterns, adding to its aesthetic appeal. Walnut is valued for its smooth texture and excellent workability, making it a popular choice for high-end furniture, cabinetry and wooden flooring. It is durable and resistant to warping, with a natural luster that enhances its luxurious look. To preserve its natural dark brown colour after restoration with lacquered finish, walnut requires use of a specific primer to be applied, after the floor sanding and sealing.
