Restaining Laminate Flooring

A couple of years ago we had laminate flooring installed in our kitchen.

Restaining laminate flooring.

While laminate flooring looks a lot like hardwood you must keep in mind the way it s made is much different. Depending on the extent of the damage fill minor damage with laminate floor patching material or replace excessively damaged planks. Staining laminate wood flooring can be a rewarding job as you get to watch the raw surface transform with a deep rich color that gives definition and life. I was so excited to replace the vinyl flooring with the new laminate.

You can use conventional wood stain for this applying it with a rag or brush and wiping off the excess with a second rag. The best way to refinish the floor is to strip off the remaining factory shine and re coat it with a floor sealer and high gloss floor finish. Why can t laminate be stained. Hardwood floors can be sanded stained and coated with polyurethane.

The best time to recolor laminate flooring is after you ve completed the surface etching and before you apply the new finish. Laminate flooring cannot be stained as it has an aluminum oxide coating on the top of the laminate. My husband got a deal on it through a contact at work. Always wipe in the grain direction to avoid streaks.

You can buy laminate floor patching material from most home improvement stores. Additionally something as simple as a new finish can completely revitalize and transform your decor without emptying your wallet. Never sand it or the look of the floor will be ruined. The laminate runs from our entryway up the main hall through the breakfast area and into the kitchen.

Before you stain the floor inspect it for any chips cracks or dents.