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Ibrahim Hughes
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What Do You Use To Make Your Hardwood Floors Look Like New?

Ibrahim Hughes
  • Real Estate Consultant
  • Bloomfield, NJ
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Any cleaning or shining recommendations from (preferable) Home Depot? Thanks in advance.

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Here's what I do with a floor that doesn't need to be completely refinished, assuming it already has a coat of polyurethane on it:
1. Wash it really well with a hardwood floor cleaner.
2. Lightly sand with a pole sander and 100 grit sand paper, with extra sanding of badly scratched areas.
3. Vacuum then mop with mineral spirits.
4. Apply "Fabulon" polyurethane in satin with a lambswool applicator.
I like the soft satin sheen rather than gloss because it doesn't show every imperfection like gloss does. Make sure to wear a mask and open windows. I used to work in laboratories so odors don't often bother me, but this stuff actually gave me a sore throat. It's worth it because it's the best poly I've ever used and I've tried many brands. Also, run a dehumidifier to get it to dry faster. If you missed any spots, do a light sanding and a second coat. If this is for a rental, don't be too meticulous or it'll drive you crazy when the tenants inevitably scratch it!
Maybe this is more info than you asked for, but hopefully will help if you ever need more than "Mop and Glow".

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