Unsealed Wood Floor

They can be shiny high gloss or have a matte finish.

Unsealed wood floor.

Unsealed wood floors are fewer and found in old colonial homes. Never use products for finished wood floors. Unsealed wood floors can add a rustic charm to your home. If they are maintained properly unsealed wood floors can last for many years.

However it s important to use the right type of wax or you may wind up damaging your flooring. Between cleanings you can improve the look of your unsealed wood floor by waxing it. Unsealed wood floors does not have such a protective layer and thus vulnerable to water or any liquid. After warming it up place it in a bucket and add vinegar to it in the range of 1 4 cup per gallon of water.

Never scrub your unfinished wood floor hard with harsh bristled brushes. Mopping unsealed hardwood floor with water or liquid cleaners is highly discouraged. You can place a doormat in front of the entrance to prevent dirt or mud from getting onto the floor. When exposed the wood absorbs water or solution and begins to warp or stain.

But because the wood lacks the protection of a sealer it is imperative that water and other liquids do not stand on the surface of the unsealed wood for long periods of time. Try not to use water and a mop at first on unfinished wood floor. Read the label carefully. Sealed wood floors are common in modern homes.