How can I maintain my engineered wood flooring? Over time your floors may start to show some wear and tear. One question that often comes up with homeowners is whether engineered wood can be refinished the same as if it were solid hardwood. The answer: it depends.
Understanding Engineered Wood Construction
Engineered: Real wood veneer on top of layers of plywood or fibreboard. The durability of this surface layer matters, and typically predicts whether (and how often) the floor can be sanded down for re-finishing.
When Refinishing Is Possible
Where an engineered floor has a veneer of between 2-6mm, it will usually offer sufficient scope for sanding to remove surface scratches and be refinished. If your veneer is quite thin there may be the danger of sanding a hole in it, so you should always double check with manufacturer specifications first. For more information on Engineered Wood Flooring, visit www.irwintiles.ie/wooden-flooring/engineered-wood-flooring
What to Expect
They can be refinished to get rid of the superficial scuffs, haze and light-coloured stains that have accumulated. For very severe, deep dents or damage that extends under the veneer it may not be repairable.
Professional or DIY?
Whilst there are kits available for DIY repairs, refinishing the engineered wood floor will typically require a professional to avoid sanding through the veneer.
Final Thoughts
Refinishing engineered wood flooring – With your patience and a little help from the pros, you will keep other people feeling jealous for many years to come while they still think those floors are brand new.