The high gloss protective layer adds some shine but isn t overly shiny.
How to fix worn out wooden floor.
Tips for fixing and cleaning worn out hardwood floors.
The polish also fills micro scratches evening out the appearance of the floor.
I repair any scratches using a small amount of stain applied to a paper towel.
No matter how fastidious you are at keeping your hardwood floors clean.
For small scratches try a diy solution.
To add fine details such as the rays in oak get a brown permanent marker with an ultrafine tip.
Alternatively use a touch up polyurethane repair kit following manufacturer.
Done correctly a spot repair is all but unnoticeable provided you ve correctly matched the finish and if necessary the stain.
Over time it will still pick up a few scuffs and scratches which cause the surface to become dull.
Wood floors are durable and easy to maintain but they re still subject to accidental gouges scratches and heavy wear.
How to repair scratched wood.
Consider these tips for common wood floor repairs.
Refinishing a floor is a big deal and if the floor has only one or two worn areas while the rest of the finish is in good condition it s more economical to make spot repairs.
Dap s wood finish repair kit is 9 99 at ace hardware stores.
If carried out once a year on your exposed hardwood this method will revitalize polyurethane finished wood and help protect the floor from the wear and tear caused by constant everyday traffic.
Apply a light coating of floor wax to shallow scratches using a soft cloth.
Remove the excess wax and buff the floor.