These are two schools and one is not better than the other. The choice depends on the use and the desires of the owners. Oil, as much as varnish, has advantages and disadvantages that must be taken into account before choosing.
Oiled floors
The oil has become very popular in recent years with the increase in ecological considerations. Indeed, if there are ecological varnishes, there is no doubt that the oil method is more respectful of the environment. There are two types of oil that are primarily used on hardwood floors: linseed oil and tung oil. These two oils have similar properties.
The benefits of oil
The oil permeates the wood deeply and protects it sustainably against variations in temperature and humidity. oil is to be considered as a complete treatment of wood in the face of different hazards. In fact, it lets the wood breathe, which can absorb humidity. It is not harmful to pets or humans. It is easy to apply, in several layers to penetrate the wood well and does not change its color too much. It soaks in and lasts over time. It is perfect for increasing the rustic side of a floor. In fact, it does not vitrify and preserves the original appearance of the wood.
The disadvantages of oil
The oil should be applied regularly every 6 or 12 months depending on the use of the wooden floor. The oil does not vitrify and leaves rougher parts which can sometimes be annoying when walking barefoot. Oil also has the big disadvantage of soaking deeply, which makes it difficult the option of a sandblasting. It is often not recommended to sand an oiled floor.
Important: Oiled floors tend to turn much darker and orange. Even when finished, they are darker and more orange-colored than varnished floors.
Varnished floors
The nailpolish is very common to protect floors. In fact, it gives a shiny and smooth appearance. Varnish is less ecological, but again
The benefits of varnish
The varnish helps protect the wood against external attacks while giving a smooth and clean appearance to your floor. It is only applied once and can last for years. There are several types of varnish that will give different appearances to your wooden floor. It is always advisable to do a test on a blade in a corner of the room before applying the varnish to ensure that the result meets expectations. Some varnishes are so effective that they withstand large crowds of people. You can therefore organize dances with a glazed floor.
The disadvantages of varnish
The fact that the varnish gives a smooth appearance makes it more vulnerable to scratches and other untimely hits. Thus, the varnish is more fragile. It is possible to opt for a matte varnish which helps hide scratches better than glossy varnishes. The varnish can be toxic and the room must be ventilated well after application.
As a floor renovation specialist, we believe our customers deserve the best when it comes to choosing top quality varnishes.
All the varnishes we use are ecological, durable and odorless and above all do not contain any toxic products harmful to the environment.
With Doctor Sandblasting, your peace of mind is assured at every stage of the project. We take care of every little detail.
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