hardwood floor flaking off
Tasnim Hashem
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How do I get spray-on sunscreen OFF hardwood floors?
Comments (1)I would try contacting the company that made it. If they get enough of these complaints, maybe they will have information on how to get it off....See MoreProtection for hardwood floor while soaking off wallpaper paste?
Comments (6)Thanks everyone for continuing to provide hints here. I'm still learning what works for me, going slowly and trying different things. :-) I am able to tear away the top decorative surface, as fnmroberts says, so I did that first for a small section, and then taped the plastic as christophern said. For soaking, I had been using a small sprayer and sponge method first, then tried a little Dif (gel) to see if that was easier than the hot water/fabric softener solution. (And I happened to have some of that Dif on hand). No clear winner: the Dif doesn't drip as fast as the water does, but I seem to use too much Dif to get the same peelability--and the water mixture is cheaper. :-) My dad suggested to "paint" the Dif on instead of simply spraying it on, and I might try that as an experiment. I don't mind going slowly and experimenting, as I'm learning as I go. I'm going to have to do more of the house down the road, so might as well practice until I know what works for me. My dad thinks I should rent a steamer and get it done asap, but I think then the floors really would get wet! Thanks again for the tips on protecting the floor!...See MoreNeed help getting ink/marker off hard wood flooring
Comments (8)"To remove permanent marker from vinyl floor. You can use acetone, Many individuals have claimed success with nail polish remover in removing permanent markers from vinyl and other surfaces. Let me caution you that acetone-based treatments evaporate fast, so you may need to use more of them to remove larger stains." Waiting for the return of Enholm and the inevitable verbiage change to SPAM..........................See MoreHardwood floor- ? On flaking polyurethane
Comments (6)Spot repair using polyurethane is problematic since the finish does not 'feather' well. That means the finish does not blend with existing surfaces in a repair area easily. So, what I have successfully done on several occasions is to start with 100 grit paper(I favor a random orbit sander) and get the big problem areas smooth and chip/flake free. Don't worry about defined edges, just get the problem spots.The random orbit sander is much faster than a 1/4 sheet sander. Then switch to 150 grit paper and get the sanded surface smooth. You want to use the same type poly as when you refinished. Use a rag dampened with paint thinner(if you are using oil based poly finish) or water(for water based poly) and remove all the dust/etc. Apply the poly on the sanded area, using only enough to cover the sanded area. For that small area, a paint roller with a thin nap(thicker naps will cause bubbles)---1/4" nap is fine. Now for the blending/feathering. I use a cotton Tshirt as the feathering tool. I use a piece about 12" square or 6" wide and 12" long. I fold it until it makes a ball with a smooth surface. I dip it in poly and begin wiping the edge of the fresh poly in a circular motion, moving outward until the pad is dry. Then move back into the fresh poly and keep up the blending until the entire perimeter is done. You do not need a lot of pressure. And you will find the best method of wiping as you proceed. Since you will need three coats of poly to complete the repair, you will be able to lightly hand sand the perimeter before another coat....See MoreM Miller
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