Finishing is a separate thing in itself; you
can use a pigmented oil to see the real feel
and colour of the wood. Or look to darken
the grain with a darker stain or oil.
If you’re going with a raw wooden floor, do
plenty of samples to ensure you’re happy
with the chosen finish. Go with a non-
yellowing acrylic lacquer either in single or
two part.
Bona do great lacquers and we highly
recommend these.
Osmo do a great range of oils.
We would always go with a non-yellowing
oil or lacquer if working with a Scandi style
floor, this means the colour of the naturally
lighter wood won’t end up darker than it
should.
Another tip is to always buy extra, so you
can test out the finishes and see what works
before laying the floor. Or lay the floor but
use the off cuts to test out the stains and
lacquers.
There will always be wastage as well. And
always future proof, always get a batch of
the wood if you’re planning on using it for
another room as chances are the supplier
may not have that wood in future and it will
be different.
A wooden floor is an investment, but it will
last a lifetime and grow with you in the
property. Invest as much as you can to get
the best quality product as it’s not likely that
you’ll change the floor again, unlike carpet or
vinyl, a wooden floor is generally for the life
of the property.
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