Topic "bona mega satin finish opinions please" a message from buffswife
I was told that the satin finish Bona Mega water-based poly is less shiny than when you use an oil based poly called "satin". If I would like a satin look in Bona Mega (specifically Bona Mega Clear HD)...
View ArticleTopic "Unbelievable pay" a message from hadleycrg
what is the going rate for installing prefinished hwd in a new construction application on wood subfloor with installer supplying nails/cleats/or staples.
View ArticleTopic "Stapling or glueing" a message from conklinbros
Hi buddy, Under your conditions stated, I see no reason to glue your floor down. A typical nail down will be fine. I would cover the ground below with a vapor barrier; make sure you have good air flow...
View ArticleTopic "Grain Discoloration" a message from tdmac
AAM, is that a prefinished urethane floor. It looks like a wire brushed floor from the 70's with a wax finish. Then some kind of fine white powder has worked into the open grain. If it is a Urethane...
View ArticleTopic "so much dust! what do you guys do?" a message from john.fellows
Thanks fellaows. I could be working for the wrong guys. They don't care about dust. Nice tools I'll look into them
View ArticleTopic "Bone dry concrete sealer" a message from john.fellows
anyone using it? Sounds like a simple solution. Less time consuming and cheaper costs instead of that tworel type sealers like Bostiks...
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Topic "Document your Wood Installation at FloorDocs.com" a message from Cruiser
New online tool offering start-to-finish documentation of flooring installation, cleaning, and concrete moisture testingCell phone pictures taken on FloorDocs.com are Location, Date and Time Stamped to...
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Topic "Document Installation Sand & Finish at FloorDocs.c" a message from...
New online tool offering start-to-finish documentation of flooring installation, cleaning, and concrete moisture testingCell phone pictures taken on FloorDocs.com are Location, Date and Time Stamped to...
View ArticleTopic "Lägler Flip" a message from JLVivash
Approx how much are you paying for a Lagler Flip?
View ArticleTopic "Using two wood floors to define kit & living room" a message from jzis
I have a floor through condo where there is no barrier (wall) between the living room and kitchen/entrance. Would it be suitable / aesthetically pleasing to have a wood floor of say oak in the living...
View ArticleTopic "Gaps between newly installed hardwood" a message from jkoehler
Hi again!No updates as of yet. The company seems very pushy to get everything settled, but after speaking with my Husband, he doesn't want them coming back until he's home (middle/end of May), and also...
View ArticleTopic "X-98 or Traffic on clear Hickory" a message from skyjumper
doing a clear hickory floor. contractor wants to do 3 coats of Pallman X-96 with no sealer. I'd prefer a 2 part catalyzed finish. so what's better - X-98 or Traffic. we have active kids. also -- is it...
View ArticleTopic "Delivery of flooring" a message from thecoopers
We are close to taking delivery of 1200 sq.ft. of white oak 5" flooring. it will be in 5,6 and 7 foot lengths. The flooring will be laid in four rooms and a hallway.My question is about the best way to...
View ArticleTopic "Anybody going to expo" a message from johannes
Jason,Believe Micheal McDermot from the Chicago area won the Trio.Johannes
View ArticleTopic "Is bona water based poly in semi gloss less shiny?" a message from...
Today Satin finish is the most stylish and popular sheen to make your floor look more shiny and glossy.It give the room both a classic and contemporary feel.
View ArticleTopic "White Line Syndrome" a message from lgwozdz
Recently had a Brazilian cherry floor installed. Within a week it developed several "white lines" that eventually began cracking. I contacted my contractor. The lines are now starting to peel. He's...
View ArticleTopic "Unbelievable pay" a message from A_the_P
My area must be tough. The big-name, "sky-high" company here is getting $2.75 to refinish...that's stain, three coats of Traffic, and base shoe installed. I charge $2 when things are slow, $2.50 when...
View ArticleTopic "Wood Floor in the wine cellar" a message from mqscmc
Hello All.I will have a project coming up which includes installing hardwood floors in the wine cellar. I have never had to install a wood floor in the wine cellar before. Any special attention should...
View ArticleTopic "Linseed oil vs. poly finish" a message from justinb0205
About to refinish my hardwoods. They are Red Oak and I want to go with a darker stain. I was reading up on different finishes and I didn't know if it was better to go with a linseed oil finish or to go...
View ArticleTopic "re coating?? Bona maintenance" a message from dallasmodernhomeguy
I'd like to first thank everyone on this forum (this thread specifically) for their contributions about using Bona products. My wife and I purchased a mid-century modern home last year and after some...
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