At Mirror Floor Sanding, we pride ourselves on our expertise in Floor Sanding and Polishing. Proper preparation is critical to ensure that we are able to achieve the best results for our clients. To understand in detail, the process involved, please view the following summary of our procedures.
FLOOR SANDING
Floor sanding is the process of removing the top surfaces of a wooden floor by sanding with abrasive materials
A variety of floor materials can be sanded, including timber, cork, particleboard, and sometimes parquet. Some floors are laid and designed for sanding. However many old floors are also sanded after the previous coverings are removed and suitable wood is found hidden beneath. Floor sanding usually involves three stages: Preparation, sanding, and coating with a protective sealant..
APPLYING THE COATING
There are many approach and methods utilised in the application of floor finishes and coating systems. The following approach is one such application method, which has generally been accepted by the industry. Using an applicator as specified by the manufacturer of the coating system (a 6mm Mohair roller or equivalent is commonly utilised) the applicator is immersed in the liquid and removed, removing any excess dripping material back into the container. A large painters tray is ideal for this situation as it allows the applicator to be lightly squeezed on the shallow portion of the tray. The application of the product on the boards should be carried out in a smooth action starting at one end of the boards and working the product along the full length of the boards. It is important to work on only fairly narrow strips of boards at a time ie 2 - 6 board widths. The finish should be feathered off at the outer edge to minimise any build up of coating at this point. This process should leave a “wet edge” so that each successive section of application blend into the previous strip without any ridging which can result if the material skins or dries off before the next application strip. The application process should continue in the same manner working from one end of the boards along their full length until the floor is coated. An even, wet look should result without any dry patches.
There are many approach and methods utilised in the application of floor finishes and coating systems. The following approach is one such application method, which has generally been accepted by the industry. Using an applicator as specified by the manufacturer of the coating system (a 6mm Mohair roller or equivalent is commonly utilised) the applicator is immersed in the liquid and removed, removing any excess dripping material back into the container. A large painters tray is ideal for this situation as it allows the applicator to be lightly squeezed on the shallow portion of the tray. The application of the product on the boards should be carried out in a smooth action starting at one end of the boards and working the product along the full length of the boards. It is important to work on only fairly narrow strips of boards at a time ie 2 - 6 board widths. The finish should be feathered off at the outer edge to minimise any build up of coating at this point. This process should leave a “wet edge” so that each successive section of application blend into the previous strip without any ridging which can result if the material skins or dries off before the next application strip. The application process should continue in the same manner working from one end of the boards along their full length until the floor is coated. An even, wet look should result without any dry patches.
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