Is there a quick fix on worn through spots on an old oak floor? In this situation it’s not possible to do the right thing but I’d like to help out a customer. It might be possible to keep traffic off it for a few hours at a time. It’s not a classy place but anything would be better than nothing.
Thanks, Jerry
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I'd use shellac for the quick fix. It will adhere to anything, including wax residue, so you don't have worries in that regard, which could be a problem for waterborne finishes. It dries very quickly, so you don't have to have the floor out of service for very long--a couple of hours will work just fine. And, it won't leave a lingering unpleasant odor. It won't complicate a more permanent refinishing when there is time to do it. It will also look good. The negatives: it isn't as abrasive resistant as some, and ammonia or other alkaline cleaning materials could damage it.
Thanks Steve. This forum must have taught me something. That was the direction I was leaning.
Jerry
Crystalac makes a waterbased floor finish called Poly-Ox polyurethane floor finish, It's fortified with aluminum oxide for scuff resistance. Dries to touch in 30 Min. fully cures in 24 Hrs. Avail @ http://www.eagleamerica.comWork Safe, Count to 10 when your done for the day !!
Bruce S.
Throw a Persian carpet over it...
DR
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