What is the best finish for a wood floor?
There are many different manufacturers who make numerous types of wood finishes that are available on the market today each boasting that theirs is the best. This abundance can be overwhelming and confusing to someone who wants to purchase the best finish for their wood floor. Just reading the label doesn’t help. Below I have written some of the characteristics of these finishes and their uses. Then it will be up to you to determine what would be the best finish for your application. Most finishes contain chemicals that may be harmful. I always recommend using a proper respirator when applying them. Through the years many different finishes have been applied to flooring. They all have their advantages and disadvantages. The earlier finishes used were wax, shellac, varnish and lacquer. They are rarely used today as wood floor finishes because of the high maintenance involved and low durability. The more durable finishes such as oil-modified urethanes and water-based finishes are more wi
