Can Newer Aluminum Oxide Floors Be Recoated?
Original aluminum oxide floors cannot be successfully screened and coated. However, since these floors became popular, prefinished flooring manufacturers changed the method in which the finishes were applied. Instead of the aluminum oxide finish layers being on the surface of the finished product, they began to sandwich them under finishes that are compatible with screening. If in doubt of the original product specifications a call to the manufacturer would be advisable. How Long Does It Take? New water and oil based finishes will take the same amount of time, with the oil based taking longer to dry and cure. Time involved for a 400 square foot, square room with furniture removed and ready to go will take approximately three hours. Other Notes For more challenging and lesser known finishes it’s best to consult with a professional floor finisher that has the experience needed to better assess you situation.
