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ANTIQUE FURNITURE RESTORATION DISCUSSION BOARD
Posted By: Greg Scholl <beatkat@adelphia.net> (ACA14B08.ipt.aol.com)
In Response To: Re: Restoring 1939 oak flooring issues (James Schooley)
Date: 6/25/4 23:33
I wouldn't use any ammonia in restoring an oak floor, as it can stain the floor dark when it reacts chemically with the tannins in the oak. I would also agree that "Polycrylic" is not a good choice for floors...or much of anything else either.There are many Waterborne finishes that are manufactured for flooring use, some even catalyzed for much improved wear characteristics...and water based finishes are generally much lighter in color ("water clear")and will not give you that amber look of a traditional solvent based finish, which can be a plus in a lighter or more contemporary setting. I would suggest a flooring Varnish, shellac dries extremely fast during application,Gassing off alot of Alcohol fumes quickly into the air, and is more difficult to obtain a smooth level film,especially if you're not familiar with applying shellac.Varnish does not dry as fast, levels out far better, and is more durable than shellac when it comes to water, Labradors, spilled drinks, etc., and it can be applied over residues of a shellac film as long as it's intact and the surface is CLEAN of all dirt, grime, wax contamination etc. Call any flooring finisher and ask them what they use and why....most will be happy to talk to you, and even give brand names of products they use,and why, etc. I doubt you'll find any flooring company that uses shellac on a floor anymore.best of luck
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