| We often get asked about what sort of finish to use on their floor. We supply several different types. Below you will find a list with some pointers as to which might be most appropriate for your needs. The number in red after the name is the hardness of the surface in terms of its resistance to abrasion - the higher the number the stronger it is. To see the coverage and price of each have a look at the table on our price list here LACQUERS vs OILS. The main difference between the laquers and oils which we sell, is how the product sits on top of the wooden floor. Oils are applied in several coats which soak into the suraface of the timber by a millimetre or two whereas the laquer forms a 'skin' on the top surface. Laquers tend to be stronger than the oil finish, but if the floor is deeply scratched more oil can be applied whereas it is more difficult to touch up a laquered floor. While the oiled repair is still visible it is no longer permeable. The Oil finishes tend to break down with ultraviolet light and thus require recoating from time to time (depending on wear/sunlight etc). |
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| FINISH | PROPERTIES | HARDNESS |
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CHAUNCEY'S DURASEAL 5litre/1litre |
A waterbased laquer which is a good all-rounder. Duraseal is easy to apply with brush roller or applicator. Brushes etc can be washed out in water. Good coverage, the drying time is fast -about 1.5hrs between coats depending on conditions. Low shine satin finish. Can be washed with a well wrung mop. |
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DURAGUARD 5Litre |
A two part water based laquer which is very hardwearing. Suitable for use in hallways, kitchens, and bathrooms. We use Aquaguard for commercial projects where a hardwearing low maintenance finish is required. Can be applied on top of a basecoat of Duraseal. Like Duraseal it is a low smell product which is easy and quick to apply. |
10 |
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POLYGLAZE 5litre |
An oil based laquer with a medium shine and good resistance to wear. Suitable for most rooms except for the most highly trafficked areas. When used on hardwoods, tends to darken timbers slightly more than the waterbased laquers. |
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SPORTGUARD 5litre |
A very hardwearing oil based laquer which can be rubbed back between coats and gradually built up to produce a deep shine. Often used for sports halls etc it has a high resistance to abrasion. |
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Applied by brush or cloth. Min 2 coats required. Drying time between coats approx. 2hrs. Suitable for medium wear applications such as bedrooms. Not a high shine finsh, it is similar to a wax polish finish. Needs to be cleaned with appropriate Treatex cleaner to preserve water resistance of surface. Available in clear or oak coloured oil. |
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If you are not sure about which type of finish would be most suitable for the timber you have chosen,
get in touch and we will offer advise. TEL: 0117 - 971-31-31.
