Choosing the Right Finish for Your Refinished Hardwood Floors: Oil-Based vs. Water-Based

Jul 18

Your refinished hardwood floors' appearance and durability are greatly influenced by the finish you choose. We contrast the two most widely used options in this blog post: oil-based and water-based finishes.

Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each kind, from the traditional richness of oil-based finishes to the quick-drying and low VOC qualities of water-based finishes. Learn about the environmental effects of your decision and how both choices help to keep your hardwood floors protected over the long term.

When choosing the appropriate finish for your refinished hardwood floors, make an informed choice to guarantee they not only look beautiful but also stay protected for years to come.

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Luxury Vinyl Plank

Luxury Vinyl Plank is one of the most cost-effective products available nowadays. Talking about your characteristics, it is: waterproof, scratch resistant, durable and affordable flooring material that has a similar look to hardwood, comes in multiple sizes and colors, this is a great choice for your next flooring project.

Engineered Wood

Still want that wood fell on your foot ?
If so, this is a great choice for you. Engineered hardwood is a great choice for those who want the wood feel without the cost. It comes in multiple sizes, thickness and colors for everyone’s taste. Some of them can even be sanded, in case you want them to be refinished. It can also be installed in concrete and plywood, since it’s a glue down flooring.

Solid Hardwood OAK

Even thought it is the most expensive type of hardwood floor, this is also a great choice for those who want their home to last longer. The reason for that is because it can be sanded a few times before you actually need to replace them. In other words, you can refinish, change the color and even the top coat that it has.
It’s also important to mention the value that it brings to your house, so you can get more for your house when decide to sell.

Laminate

If none of those catches your eye, here is a great solution when your budget is not so high. Talking about it, laminate sometimes has the best flooring cost either if you have a rental property that you want to remodel or are tired of having carpet or vinyl sheet and want something with that wood look that is going to bring a more modern ambient to your house.
This flooring sometimes is also waterproof, which is a great option for most people.

Hardwood Sand & Refinish

Refinishing hardwood floors through sanding offers a multitude of benefits, including the renewal of their natural beauty, enhanced durability through a robust new finish, customization options with different stains, increased property value, improved indoor air quality by removing contaminants, cost-effectiveness compared to floor replacement, simplified maintenance, and environmental friendliness by reducing the need for new materials. In summary, sanding and refinishing provide a comprehensive solution that not only revitalizes the aesthetic appeal of hardwood floors but also ensures long-term durability and value.

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Leo Rodrigues Igor Machado

Leo use to be a project manager for a flooring company in the past and Igor used to be a flooring installer in New Jersey, then they had an idea to open a new business in Charlotte-NC to make the industry better and to deliver high-quality services to the community offering an outstanding customer service and professional job.

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