RESTORING YOUR PARQUET FLOOR

For those that enjoy the appeal of hardwood flooring, but want something just a little bit different and really unique, parquet flooring is a popular option. Parquet flooring is created by cutting wood into tiles or blocks and then organizing these blocks into different geometric patterns, like a herringbone or basket weave pattern. You can use just about any kind of wood to get a parquet floor, which means that you may select something to suit your taste in addition to your budget!

However, like with any type of flooring, over time your parquet floor can become damaged or worn. It might be that you've moved into a house with pre-existing parquet floors, or that you've only had your own for some time and want to breathe fresh life back into it. Luckily for you, there are a number of ways you can restore your parquet floor back into its former glory.

You may find that certain individual blocks or tiles have become chipped or damaged, or that openings have appeared owing to your floor enlarging or contracting naturally. If this is the case, it is a great idea to either repair or replace the damaged blocks. This is only one of the numerous benefits of parquet floors -- because it is composed of multiple tiny cubes, it is possible to make modest fixes without having to replace the entire floor, saving you time and money.

If the whole flooring is looking worn, replacing a couple of blocks wouldn't always be your very best plan of action. In this scenario, you might choose to re-sand the entire floor and maybe add a fresh end to it. You would be amazed by how much a gap a layer of varnish or wax may have on your floor's appearance!

The main point to remember, however, is that in the event that you do not have experience in fitting flooring, it is always best to ask experts for support. While something may seem like an easy task at first glance, without the proper knowledge, tools and experience things can quickly fail.

At Westminster Floor Sanding we provide a resanding and renovation service and will reform your hardwood flooring into its former glory in no time.

Hardwood Floor Cleaners

Cleaner you want to use. It's very important you pick the right cleaner since the wrong one may cause irreversible damage to your hardwood flooring. If you're unsure about the type of wood floor you've got there are a couple of simple ways you can test it to learn. Most likely your flooring has a wax or surface finish.
What you want to do is find an inconspicuous area of your flooring to Evaluation, usually a in a corner of an area. Apply two drops of water straight to the ground. If white spots look under your drops within ten minutes your floor has a wax finish. If the white stains do not seem you most likely have a surface finish floor, to make sure to take a coin and scrape the surface of the wood. If it does not scratch then you can be certain that your flooring includes a coating finish. More details can be located in http://www.oakfloorsupplies.com.

Cleaners for Wood Flooring with a Wax Finish

You must dust mop and vacuum regularly, usually once a week. You also Eventually buffing won't be

sufficient to shine the floor, that is when you know it is time for a waxing. Before waxing, then clean the entire floor with a cleaner made specifically for your kind of hardwood. Use the wax evenly throughout the whole area and when it is dry buff it out. You should just need to wax your floor a couple of times annually.

Cleaners for Wood Flooring with a Surface Finish

Sweep and vacuum your floor regularly. Never use wax on a face Finish flooring. Rather, use a surface end to recoat a dull wood floor. Depending on the amount of visitors on the ground, you may have to apply The conclusion every couple of months.

Top Quality Wood Varnishing & Refinishing Services

When we stain your floor we begin by applying a stain of your choice. The staining point is exciting since that's when you really get to see your floor's character. After the stain is dry, we finish the floor with different uses of an environmentally safe, durable and fast-drying top coat. Additionally, we screen, buff and vacuum involving trimming coats to the absolute best results possible. This last procedure will guard your hardwood flooring from regular wear and tear. You may select from several different finishes which range from low luster to high gloss. It is really your decision, and your individual preferences. With appropriate maintenance, the finish will last for years to come. And don't forget, when your flooring is looking a bit dull, give us a call and we can come clean it professionally. Ultimately, there's an easy and convenient way to revive the luster to your hardwood floor and make it look like new!

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TOP 10 HARDEST WOODS

1. Quebracho - From the Spanish “quebrar hacha,” which literally means
“axe breaker.” Aptly named, wood in the Schinopsis genus is among the
heaviest and hardest in the world.
2. Lignum Vitae -Widely accepted as the hardest wood in the world–this
wood has been listed as an endangered species and is listed in CITES.
 Consider Verawood as a very close substitute.
3. Gidgee - This Australian endemic is both very heavy and very strong.
 Some pieces are dark enough to be used as an ebony substitute: one that’s
even harder than the original article.
4. Snakewood - It’s easy to see what makes Snakewood so unique–its patterns
and markings resemble the skin of a snake. Limited supply and high demand
make this one of the most expensive woods on eart.
5. Verawood - Sometimes called Argentine Lignum Vitae, this wood is a gem:
inexpensive, great olive-green color, beautiful feathery grain pattern, and
it takes a great natural polish on the lathe.
6. Camelthorn - Formerly classified as a member of the Acacia genus, this
south African hardwood is a tough customer. The wood is stubbornly hard,
and the tree is protected by giant sharp thorns.
7. African Blackwood - In some parts of the world, this wood has achieved
an almost legendary status. Historical evidence points to this wood
(rather than Diospyros spp.) being the original “ebony.”
8. Black Ironwood - Pieces are very seldom seen for sale, as this tree is
too small to produce commercially viable lumber. Like the unrelated
Desert Ironwood, Black Ironwood is an excellent choice for small
turning projects.
9. Katalox / Wamara - Some pieces can be just about a dark as true ebony,
 while others are a more reddish brown with black streaks. So much depth
in the Swartzia genus, there’s something for everyone!
10. Cebil- Also known as Curupay or by the exaggerated name Patagonian
Rosewood, Cebil is not a true rosewood. It has a highly variable streaked
appearance not too unlike Goncalo Alves.