I’ve just finished installing a red oak floor in my brothers house and we will be giving it a light sanding and then finishing it in the next week. (It’s already had time to acclimate)
I am planning on using a polyurethane finish and apply four coats. Is there anything special I need to do or take care of foir a a floor? I’ve never done a floor before and don’t wan’t to amke any major mistakes.
Thanks,
Matt-
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There's a really good article in a fairly recent issue of FHB, I believe, where a pro details exactly how he puts the finish on.
Pours the finish on right out of the can and then, standing up, uses a flat (lamb's wool?) pad, on a long handle, to spread it out over a very specific pattern. Looks like it would work well as long as you learn the knack of pouring the right amount.
I've used a roller and pan before and then "struck" the fresh poly with a good natural bristle brush. It worked OK but it's so hard to see what you're doing down on your hands and knees. Also gets your snout too close to the fumes.
Someone else here may be able to refer you to the right FHB issue. You also might try posting over on Breaktime.
Good luck.
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