Refinishing Hardwood Floors

When refinishing hardwood floors, one of the most common questions asked by clients is How long will the process take? . The length of time it will take depends on a number of factors, the first being what type of polyurethane you use. There are two types available – oil based and water based. With an oil based polyurethane, it usually takes about three to five days to refinish hardwood floors, not including drying time. This varies due to several factors: the square footage of the area being refinished, if there is a stain, how dark the stain is, the humidity, and how many coats of polyurethane are applied. Other factors that affect how long the refinishing process will take include the species of wood, the type of wood, and whether any additional repair work is required. Refinishing with no stain usually takes about three coats of oil based polyurethane. This can be done is three days – allowing 24 hours between each coat to ensure that it dries. If you choose to use a stain, es
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