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New Orleans 504-229-2083
Hardwood floors can be a beautiful addition to your business, but what happens when your formerly lustrous and elegant floors become dingy and scratched? Where you once had a posh and upscale appearance, your entire facility may start to look worn down due to aging floors. Luckily, hardwood floors can be restored to near-new conditions with the help of some experienced contractors like JMA Painters.
With that in mind, here are five of the best stains for hardwood floors, which you may want to request upon hiring:
Minwax products are the go-to floor stain for the everyman. It’s sold in practically every store that carries any type of paint and is offered in a wide variety of colors. Their website boasts over 100 different ways to color your wood finishes and special effects. Minwax offers a variety of products for simple one-step staining, clear finishes, and even maintenance and repair. Minwax is a very versatile brand that you cannot go wrong with.
Bona is an oil-modified stain that is ready for reapplication in two hours. It comes in traditional wood colors and is also sold practically everywhere. Bona DriFast is a favorite of contractors for its quick dry time. After all, the faster it dries, the faster the job gets done!
DuraSeal is a little harder to find, typically available at Hardwood supply stores. It is also favored, for its 2-3 hour dry time. DuraSeal offers more options than Bona DriFast as far as color is concerned, but it is also harder to find. DuraSeal differs from Bona in that it is an oil and resin blend, which gives floors “a soft, satiny sheen.”
Fabulon Crystal is made by Essex Silver Line and boasts a 1-2 hour dry time. Based on bowling lane finishes, Fabulon is a waterborne finish that is “practically odorless”. It is offered in a satin or gloss finish, but its color options are fairly limited. If your needs are simple and urgent, Fabulon is the way to go.
Rustoleum products are about as common as Minwax, but Varathane is more of a specialty product, so it’s available in hardware stores. It is offered as a one-step product, or separately as a finish and stain. Boasting “Aluminum Oxide Nano Technology”, Varathane is said to be incredibly scuff, scratch, and stain resistant. The only potential downfall is that they recommend a minimum of 3 or 4 coats. So if time is on your side, and you want to best protect your floors, Varathane Premium Finish is what you want.
There are hundreds of stains on hardwood floors. Between colors, doing one step, or separating stain and finish, the choices can be mind-boggling. It is important to discuss your needs with your contractor to get the best type of stain for your hardwood floors. That way you can reclaim your upscale appearance, impress your customers, and be satisfied with your floors again.
Choosing the right stain can breathe new life into your hardwood floors, restoring their elegance and beauty. Whether you prefer the versatility of Minwax, the quick-drying convenience of Bona DriFast, or the unique finish of Varathane by Rustoleum, each product offers distinct advantages to meet your specific needs.
Consulting with our experienced contractors at JMA Painters ensures you select the best option for your facility, helping you achieve a polished, professional look. Don’t let aging floors diminish the impression of your business—reclaim your space’s charm and make a lasting impact with the perfect hardwood floor stain. Contact us today!
