Pine is a softwood so an old pine floor is usually distressed which is part of its charm.
Diy distressed pine floors.
Whether you are distressing a new floor or an old one you need to give everything a light sanding prior to starting.
I have a post up about them already but it s included in with the entryway remodel.
Unless you purchase salvaged flooring it s really hard to get the actual patina of worn down floors.
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When the finish gets dull you can restore it by a screen and recoat.
It needs regular sweeping and mopping to protect the finish.
Antique flooring can also have nail holes and other signs of distress.
We get asked all of the time about our wood floors.
The warm worn wood floors that are perfectly and naturally aged.
People that see them in person think they are original to the house.
If you can t find authentic reclaimed lumber for your project you can use new materials and apply surface distressing techniques to simulate centuries of use and wear.
This smooths out surface imperfections cleans up the wood and prepares the surface to accept the paint better.
Most new pine will come from plantation or managed growth trees which means fewer growth rings per inch and less density than pine cut from old growth trees.
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10 steps to a diy distressed wood floor.
Heartwood southern pine is an excellent candidate for such a project because of its richly toned bands and as a soft wood it is easy to dent and ding for the desired distressed appearance.
Distressed wide plank flooring is perfect for establishing a homey intimate atmosphere whether you re looking to install the floor in a home café restaurant or any public facing business.
We ll show you how.
Not only does a distressed pine floor look beautifully old fashioned it s an easy wood to work and is comparatively affordable for solid wood flooring.
Home moisture meters 10 steps to a diy distressed wood floor.
So i thought i would write a post specifically regarding our inexpensive wood flooring using pine boards and give you tips and tricks.
Whether used for shelving floors or furniture time worn wood brings a touch of rustic charm to every space.
A distressed floor will require the same maintenance as any other wood floor but the beauty of it is that in the end wear and tear will only add to the charm and casual feel of its natural warmth.
If you want to refinish sanding pine floors is easier than sanding hardwood.
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