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How to apply an oil finish to your hardwood floor
Flooring trends have moved away from the once popular high gloss finishes towards a softer, low-sheen look. This is achieved by using an oil finish (not to be confused with an oil based polyurethane) which has the advantage of being quick and easy to apply as well as its aesthetic appeal.
Sanding and cleaning
Make sure that your last sanding pass uses a slightly coarser grit than you would use for a poly based finish. The rougher grain will allow the wood oil to really soak in and penetrate the fibres of the wood. However, you must vacuum and use a tack cloth just as you would when applying a poly finish.
You will also need to mop the floor with a proprietary wood floor cleaner that's recommended for your type of flooring - you may need to repeat this step with some exotic hardwoods. Wait until the floor is completely dry before applying the first oil coat. Instead of mopping you could use a wood stain at this stage, though using a coloured oil would make this step unnecessary.
Applying the first oil coat
Using a paint roller, apply the first coat of oil all over the floor. One of the advantages of an oil finish is that you don't have to be too careful about the application - work in sections and apply liberally, allowing the oil to penetrate for 15 minutes before buffing the floor and removing excess oil with a squeegee or rags which will give a more distressed look.
Now polish the floor to an even sheen and allow the oil to cure. This can typically take 6 hours, but leaving it overnight is even better.
Final coat and polish
The next morning, you can apply a second coat of oil. You can either proceed with a roller, or pour some oil into the centre of a buffing pad and use to cover the floor. You can now buff to a higher sheen if desired. Your oiled floor will be ready to be used in another 6 hours.
Oiled floors are not for everyone, as they require more frequent maintenance than poly cured floors. However, with their low shine and authentic appeal, oiled hardwood floors are the savvy choice if you want to let the beauty of the wood shine through.
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