Is There Any Good Water-Based Polyurethane for Wood Floors?
Scientific research has brought many improvements in hardwood floor finishes. Water-based polyurethane products make floor finishing quicker and easier. Does this Spark an idea?
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Polyurethane-Water Hybrid
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According to "Popular Mechanics," a noncatalyzed version of Basic Coatings' Emulsion is a great product for homes with wood floors. This product is low-odor, fast drying, durable and provides a rich amber tone. Wood floors can be recoated as soon as dry and without sanding the first coat. Layers are bonded chemically and do not require a rough surface to bond correctly.
Minwax
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Minwax offers water-based polyurethane for hardwood floors. This product has little odor, dries quickly and cleans up with warm water. Available finishes are gloss, semi-gloss and satin. The product is applied with lambswool; most projects require three coats. Additional coats can be applied after at least two hours. After applying the final coat, wait 24 hours before treading on the floor.
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Issues
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Water-based products applied to bare wood can cause the grain in the wood to be raised. To avoid this, first apply an alcohol-based sealer. Alcohol does not raise the wood grain. Be sure the product is a dewaxed shellac. Water-based polyurethane products adhere well to the dewaxed product, according to the professionals at Hardwood Installer.
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References
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