| After you've installed your new hardwood floor, you'll | | | | problem. Waxes and oils should be avoided- they |
| no doubt be wondering how to protect it and keep it | | | | may contaminate the wood and cause problems with |
| new looking. Should you apply a sealant? Should you | | | | adhesiveness when refinishing. |
| wax it, leave it alone or what? Here are some tips on | | | | If you absolutely must coat the prefinished wood |
| what to do. | | | | make certain to prepare it well, with either sanding or |
| Did you have pre-finished flooring installed? This type | | | | a deglosser. The finish will not stick otherwise. |
| of hardwood flooring typically uses a process called | | | | Additionally, when you refinish prefinished flooring, |
| acrylic impregnation. Prefinished flooring companies | | | | you can throw any finish warranty provided by the |
| recommend that no additional finish be applied. | | | | manufacturer out the window, since you just voided |
| Compatibility and durability of the finish can be a | | | | it. |