FEATURE WOOD WISDOM
Here, Natalie Mudd, co-founder and creative director of Knot & Grain, shares her top tips on how to keep engineered wood flooring looking its best through every season.
Stylish, durable and full of character, engineered wood flooring is the perfect choice for any home, from a traditional country cottage to a sleek modern apartment.
Like many parts of the home, it does require some maintenance to stay in great condition, extending its life and keeping floors looking their best year after year and throughout the changing seasons.
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OIL AND LACQUER FINISH?
At Knot & Grain, we offer three finish options for your floors: oil, matt oil and lacquer. Whether you prefer the glossy sheen of oil, the understated look of matt oil or the subtle shine of lacquer, all choices are fantastic for protecting your beautiful wood flooring. Remember, each option has its unique style, durability, and care needs, so you can choose the perfect one to match your life and style preferences.
Think of an oil finish as a way to enhance the natural beauty of your wood. It sinks in to highlight the grain and rich colour, resulting in a warm, glossy finish that looks very similar to untouched wood and feels incredibly tactile. Over time, an oiled floor often develops a characterful patina, adding to its charm. A matt oil finish has all the properties of an oil finish, but with less shine, ideal for those who prefer a minimal and less glossy look.
Lacquer, on the other hand, forms a protective layer on the surface of the wood, giving it a smooth finish. It provides a more uniform, modern look and highlights the wood's colour, though it doesn't emphasise the grain quite as much as oil does.
HOW DO I REPAIR SCRATCHES IN WOOD FLOORING?
Whether it’s scrapes from furniture or scratches from paws, it is inevitable that engineered wood flooring will show signs of wear and tear over time.
One of the advantages of oiled floors is that they can be easily touched up; minor scratches and scrapes can be corrected by lightly sanding the affected area and reapplying a fresh coat of oil. It’s fuss-free and keeps the floor looking good long-term.
Lacquered floors can be a little trickier when it comes to repairs. Scratches can be more noticeable due to the contrast with the surrounding finish. Spot repairs are often difficult to blend seamlessly, and for more significant damage, you may need to sand and refinish the whole area to get everything looking even again.
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