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27 December 2013

Information On Wood Renewal Process For Floors

By Eugenia Dickerson


In the home or commercial buildings there is evidence of the various ways wood is beneficial to people. The office and home furniture, some kitchen utensils and even houses are some of the ways this material is used. When it is used as a flooring material, it undergoes treatment to make it resistant to attack by insects. After prolonged use, its appearance changes and the user requires the services of wood renewal professionals to bring back the shiny beautiful floor.

When hired, these professional will start by preparing and detailing the entire area to be worked on. This process involves securing the area so that the rest of the house does not get affected. It is also important for keeping people away hence not interruptions when working.

The floor is swept and vacuumed to remove all dirt and dust particle including the floors adjacent to the one been worked on. All the heat vents are removed and cleaned to keep away dust. After this, the first coat of putty is applied, and it has to match the color of the floor and fill any visible gaps and crack.

After the coat is applied, cleaning is done again using a patented cleaner to remove any dirt at the edges. Cleaning by use of a buffer helps to reach every hidden dirt particles. After the cleaning, the fan is used to dry the surface. Care should be taken to not blow dirt particles to the adjacent floors.

During the third step, the floor is burnished. This process is done to remove any grain which could have been caused by moisture. The floor is swept and vacuumed again, and then a micro fiber pad is used to ensure that every contaminating material is removed. A final coat is applied at this point. This is more specific on restoring the beauty of the floor because it is done right on the grain by use of color and pigments which suck in the destroyed portions.

The number of coats to be applied is normally dependent on the condition of the floor. It is therefore possible to apply more coats depending on the extent of damage of a particular floor. It is important to adhere to the laid down procedure as every step contributes in a way to the outcome. Take for instance burnishing which other than helping with the removal of debris, also assists to ensure a uniformed sheen level. The final coat should be dried on completion to seal the floor.

Finally, before leaving, the professional crosschecks his work to be sure his client is happy. A good work done is a sure way of him getting more jobs because the client is able to recommend him to other potential clients. It is important for the professional to advice his client on how to look after his floor which includes the products he can use for cleaning and how to clean the floor to avoid damaging it.

Before hiring a wood renewal professional, it is important to be sure of their qualifications and if they are experienced to do the job. He should be able to do his work effectively and on time to not inconvenience his client. He should also have the various permits that allow him to provide this service.




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