Sanding Parquet

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Many people think that hardwood floors are difficult to maintain and renovate, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Parquet floors, first invented in the Baroque period around 1625, were used in the finest French homes. Parquet was and is a favorite of the French royal family.

greatest difficulty

The biggest difficulty with parquet floors is that the wood grains run in different directions at 90° angles. This makes sanding more difficult since you want to be sanding with the grain of the wood, not against it. A floor covering with wood grain all over makes the parkett  job more difficult. Using a drum sander can help get a sanding job done quickly, but you really need to be an expert to use it properly. Considering that parquet floors are not cheap, you should not risk ruining them. Using a grinder incorrectly can damage the grain of the flooring, but there is also a risk that the flooring cannot be repaired.

Using a hand sander might make the job a little easier. Easier, since there is less chance of destroying the floor, but it takes longer to work overall. With this type of sander, you have less chance of ruining your hardwood floor. A random orbital sander gives you more control so you don’t leave deep grooves in your floor.

To repaint every floor, but especially parquet floors, you have to be patient. Sometimes you may need to use sandpaper, which takes a little longer, but this type of flooring requires special care. The grit of the sandpaper depends on how badly the wooden floor is scratched.

Grinding job is complete

When the sanding process is complete, decide whether or not you want to stain your floor. If you have stained, or even if you have not, it is a good idea to apply polyurethane to the hardwood floor. You also have the option of using tung oil if you wish. However, make sure you use at least three coats of polyurethane for best results. This type of DIY can be difficult and time-consuming, but the end result, a beautiful hardwood floor, is well worth it.

Wooden parquet for your home

Basically, parquet consists of small pieces of wood that are put together to form various geometric patterns. These small pieces of wood are placed on soft wood to create a flat surface. After putting these pieces of wood together, you end up with a unique design on the floor, which gives the floor an artistic beauty.

With the unique design created with these hardwood floors, many homeowners are beginning to happily invest in them.

Wooden parquet floors

Wood parquet is considered an art with the aim of creating a different kind of geometric figure for design. The operation of assembling the parts can be done manually or by using a machine designed for this purpose. The process is similar to laying tile floors. It differs only in the materials used, since softwood is used for parquet floors.

Installation is easy once you know the right procedures. But if you think you can’t do it, it’s wise to hire a skilled worker to install it for you so you don’t waste money and time.

Once the wooden parquet

After the wooden parquet floor has been installed correctly, inspect it thoroughly and make sure that there are no gaps in the surface. Gaps can lead to distortions in the future. It is also important that you learn how to manage your investment to protect it from damage.

As with any wooden floor, avoid getting any liquid on the surface of the parquet. If you spill something, wipe up the liquid immediately with a slightly damp cloth or mop. Avoid dragging objects or furniture on the floor as this will leave serious scratches and may even peel off the surface.

Cleaning this type of floor is quite easy with a suitable floor polisher and a cotton cloth. Be sure to only use cleaning products made for wooden floors. Using cleaning solutions not intended for wooden floors can cause stains and damage due to chemical reactions. Regularly remove dirt and dust to maintain the smooth surface of the parquet and keep it looking new.

When using a vacuum, be careful not to overdo it as this will wear down the finish.

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If there are noticeable scratches on your parquet floors, you can use touch-up sticks, usually made of wax, to adjust the color of the scratched areas. parkettboden  Use a spatula to remove excess material and then buff the treated area.

You can also use markers that contain wood stain, which you can purchase at your local hardware store. These markers can be used to heal scratches in any area of your wood parquet floor.

If your parquet floor is severely damaged, you can treat the area yourself. Use masking tape surrounding the damaged area and then use a fine sandpaper and sand down the damaged part. After sanding, re-stain the area and apply a new finish. Polish the affected part until you are satisfied with the result.