A concise, up-to-date guide to wood floor finishes: understand surface coatings (polyurethane, UV-cured, acid-cured) and penetrating seals (natural oils, hardwax oils), plus the pros and cons of prefinished vs. site-finished boards and basic maintenance.
Wood Floor Finish
Hardwood Floor Finish
A concise update on hardwood floor finishes: surface (film) finishes vs penetrating finishes, modern product trends, maintenance, and safety considerations. Verify local costs and current VOC regulations before starting.
Hardwood Floor Finishes
Overview of how hardwood floor finishes protect wood, the difference between surface and penetrating finishes, maintenance, and how to choose sheen and finish type.
Hardwood Floor Scratches
Practical, modern guidance to fix light scratches and small dents in hardwood floors: check the warranty and floor type, use markers or fillers for small scratches, cautiously steam out dents, avoid steel wool and waxing over polyurethane, and call a pro for deep damage.