Attractive is the finish of the floor with a parquet board , which you need to take care of properly so that the material does not deteriorate. The secret to the preservation of wooden floors - parquet oil, which creates a protective layer and adds attractiveness. It is important to know how to properly apply it and take care of the sex.
Oil for parquet board
To understand whether it is worth using for the treatment of wood oil, you need to evaluate the existing advantages and disadvantages. Among the minuses is worth noting the need for regular updates, and at first such a floor will be more dirty than the varnished surface. Oil for parquet floor has such advantages:
- The work is carried out quickly than in the case of varnish.
- The oiled floor has good resistance to moisture.
- The coating, which has been treated with oil impregnation, can be restored in parts.
- Impregnated with oil, the wood can "breathe", which has a favorable effect on the appearance of the floor and the service life.
- At cost, this treatment option is more affordable than varnish.
There are several varieties of parquet oil, which differ according to different criteria:
- By chemical composition. There are artificial and natural impregnations. In the first case, polyurethane is added to increase the efficiency, and in the second - wax. All agents contain solvents.
- According to the level of brilliance. This value is measured in percent. There are matt and glossy oil impregnations. Note that when using the second option, it will be more difficult to care for the surface.
- By concentration. The thicker the composition, the more layers will have to be applied. There are such options: thick (80-90%), medium viscosity (50%) and liquid (70% solvent).
- If you focus on the degree of load on the coating, all impregnations can be divided in resistance to wear. For the hallway and the living room, it is recommended to choose mixtures intended for floors with intensive loads. It is important to consider that the price of wear-resistant oils is higher.
- Parquet oil can be moisture resistant, and there are different types of such impregnations. When choosing, you need to consider the temperature in the room. Please note that in a room with high temperatures, funds should be used on a natural basis.
Linseed oil for parquet
Good qualities are possessed by linseed oil, to which beeswax is often added. This is a natural impregnation, which is used as an independent decorative coating. It is worth noting that the oil for oak parquet and for other types of wood is perfectly tinted under any shades and it can even be used as a wood paint. This product protects the tree from pests and rot, and still processing will highlight the structure of the tree. After application, the wood becomes resistant to cracks and drying out.
Parquet oil with hard wax
Experts believe that the ideal composition for impregnation and protection of different types of wood, includes oil substances and solid wax. Oil penetrates well into the structure of the tree, providing elasticity, strength and protects from drying out. The wax remains on the surface, creating a reliable protective layer, but the texture of the surface is preserved. If the composition has a pigment, then the parquet is tinted with oil.
Two-component parquet oil
The difference between this product and the one-component is that it does not contain solid wax, but a special hardener is used, after adding it, the oil must be applied immediately. If you are looking for the best parquet oil, then pay attention to the two-component agent that contains the vegetable components, and they penetrate deeply into the pores of the wood, so even with prolonged exposure to moisture, the surface will not become dark.
Two-component parquet oil contains a hardener, which solves two main tasks. First, it significantly reduces the drying time of the surface without changing the quality. This will not require the use of a second protective device. Secondly, the hardener ensures the ease of surface care and reduces the consumption per unit area. It is important to consider that the technology of applying two-component oil is slightly more complicated than normal, so it's better not to do it manually.
Parquet oil white
There are colorless impregnations, which in most cases are used for dark wood, but also for light-colored floors, they are suitable. You can cover the parquet board with white oil, which is called "bleaching". It is used when it is necessary to update the flooring from maple, birch and ash. For some designs, the aging effect that can be obtained by treating such an impregnation with an oak floor is appropriate.
Colored oil for parquet
All the oils can be divided in color, so they give off colorless and color options. These funds, unlike ordinary paint, do not cover the natural texture of the tree. To impart color, special pigments are used. In most cases, the percentage of pigments does not exceed 7-10%, and the higher this value, the more intense the color will be. There are different colors of oil for parquet, so with the choice of the appropriate shade there will be no problems. You can separately buy impregnation and pigment and when mixing get the desired shade.
Application of oil on a parquet
The process of applying the chosen tool is simple and does not take much time. Use the following instruction to cover the parquet with oil:
- Choose an oil that is ready for use and does not require dilution with solvents or other means. Stir the contents thoroughly before use.
- Use a hard brush to apply the product to the floor surface. It is important to move in the direction of the fibers of the wood texture. Note that the layer should not be thick, and the parquet should not be thick.
- When the first layer dries, it is necessary to apply the following. If it looks like the work is not finished, then another layer can be applied.
- After complete drying, and this is 10-12 hours in conditions of intensive ventilation, the surface should be polished.
Caring for parquet covered with oil
It is important to take into account that the oil coating is not as durable as varnish , therefore the update should be carried out at least once every 8 months. For a parquet board under oil, care includes such rules:
- During the first two weeks, it is not recommended to wash floors at all, so dry cleaning is carried out.
- During wet cleaning it is better to choose special means instead of water.
- For wet cleaning, use a soft cloth, and for a dry cleaning, use a vacuum cleaner or a soft-nosed brush.
- It is forbidden to choose abrasive agents for care that will damage the surface.
- Machine cleaning is advisable to carry out if there are strong impurities.