What Does It Mean To Screen, Recoat, and Buff Your Hardwood Floors?

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Screening both smooths the floors a bit, and the abrasive action allows the polyurethane to adhere to the surface better.

When you screen and recoat hardwood floors, you have the options of changing the gloss level of the finish. So, if your floors are too glossy and you want more of a satin look you can do that (or vice versa).

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What Does It Mean To Screen, Recoat, and Buff Your Hardwood Floors?

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Screening will not work on waxed floors as it can not adhere properly to the surface.

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How does screening work?

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How long does a screen and recoat take?

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What Does It Mean To Screen, Recoat, and Buff Your Hardwood Floors?

Screening both smooths the floors a bit, and the abrasive action allows the polyurethane to adhere to the surface better.

When you screen and recoat hardwood floors, you have the options of changing the gloss level of the finish. So, if your floors are too glossy and you want more of a satin look you can do that (or vice versa).

What Does It Mean To Screen, Recoat, and Buff Your Hardwood Floors?

Screening will not work on waxed floors as it can not adhere properly to the surface.

When will screening NOT work?

How does screening work?

How long does a screen and recoat take?

Generally, a screen and recoat can be done in 1 day and it needs to dry for 24 hours.

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