If you have a hardwood floor, you know it would require care and maintenance. Besides regular cleaning, epoxy is the ultimate solution to protecting the wooden floor. Epoxy floors are easy to maintain and are long-lasting in nature. Epoxy gives the hardwood floor an extra layer of protection and provides additional shine. A gloss like finish to the floor makes it look fresh, clean and new.  

Epoxy is that magic solution which brings your floor to life. But using epoxy also requires expertise. It is the mixture of two main components viz., raisin and hardener. Both these components must be added in proper proportion because anything less or more can spoil the solution and you maya end up wasting money without fruitful result.   

Theoretically, epoxy coatings can be applied to any surface but the question is will epoxy stick to the surface?  

Some wood flooring can be great for epoxy flooring but before you use the epoxy, wooden floors are roughly sanded. The boards would also require to be firmly placed without the gaps, buckles and panels.    

If you are considering refinishing the wooden floor with epoxy coating, then it might not be a great choice. So, in practice wooden floors must not be coated with epoxy.  

Chemical engineers and flooring professionals design epoxy floor coatings to be used primarily with concrete. If you want to get epoxy on the wooden floor, it is recommended to speak to the epoxy expert. Contact Tuff Build, epoxy flooring experts in Melbourne. 

It is said that the best solution is to rip out the ruined wood and then apply epoxy coating to the concrete below.  

Epoxy Flooring Melbourne on Wooden Floor 

If your wooden floors are heavily discolored and scratched, then epoxy is one of the solutions to prevent the damage and create a new surface layer on the floor. In case your wooden floor has any stain or seal, it must also be removed completely. 

Even if the old wood flooring has not been refinished in decades, it must be sanded to create a rough and exposed surface for the epoxy to bond.  

Many hardware stores sell epoxy floor coating kits that you can use to install by yourself. These kits are called DIY kits i.e., do it yourself. But doing it yourself may not be a great option, especially if you are not an expert or if you have not done this before.  

Also, here’s another thing, A DIY epoxy coating kit may not adhere to the wooden floor directly. It may cause it to crack and peel throughout. 

Epoxy Flooring Coating 

At Tuff Build, epoxy flooring service providers in Melbourne, the experts design a proprietary floor coating system specifically for concrete. Our experts use customizable formulas of epoxy so that the coating perfectly suits the floor. The finished floor becomes stronger than the concrete. It is more resilient to weather changes, easier to clean and maintain.  

Steps to Prepare Wooden Floor with Epoxy 

Before diving right into the solution, here are the steps that you must take to prepare your wooden floor with epoxy.  

The steps are as follows: 

Clean the Floor’s Surface Thoroughly 

The first step to a successful application is a clean surface. By cleaning the wooden floors thoroughly, you are able to remove the dirt and eliminate mold. Just mop the floor with a solution of 10% bleach in lukewarm water. Also, use old towels to dry the floor, and then wait for it to completely dry before jumping on the next step.  

Sand the Wooden Floor  

Next, sand the wooden floor. Sanding is needed to level the floor surface, remove the previous sealant through the power sander. If you see large cracks or any splits in the wood, then use a wood patching compound and fill it. Let the compound dry and make sure it is sanded down well. Also, use a vacuum to get rid of the dirt and dust from sand.  

Apply Wood Sealant and Wood Primer 

Once you have cleaned the floor, apply wood sealant to it. The sealant will help in getting rid of the moisture issues. It will help the epoxy set better once it is applied. Use the paintbrush to set the edges, and then roll out the rest of the floor by using a roller. Allow the solution 12 hours to dry. After that, it will be time for wood primer.  

Also, use a three-inch brush and spread the wood primer around the edges of the floor in strips. Once you have gone around the edges, use a roller and then roll out the entire floor. Remember to go with the grain of wood.  

Wait eight hours for the solution to completely dry. 

Apply the Epoxy Solution 

Now that your wooden floor is properly prepared, you can apply the epoxy floor coating.  

You just need to choose a clear topcoat to revive your wooden floor. If you prefer to change the complete surface look of the floor, then choose from a variety of colors like glitter, metallic or even solid finishes. Make sure you follow the instructions of the epoxy flooring contractors in Melbourne.