Oiled or Lacquered Wooden Floors
Lacquered Finishes: Lacquered wooden floors have a protective coating that sits on the wood’s surface, creating a smooth barrier against dirt, stains, and moisture. They often have a glossy or semi-gloss finish, which can make the floor appear shinier and slightly enhance the wood’s colour. Lacquered finishes are known for their durability and low maintenance, as they generally only require regular sweeping and occasional damp mopping. However, they can be more challenging to repair if scratched, as the lacquer will need to be re-applied over larger areas to blend seamlessly.
Oiled Finishes: Oiled finishes penetrate deeply into the wood fibres, creating a more natural look and a matte or satin appearance. By enhancing the wood grain, oiled finishes give floors a warm, organic feel that matures with time, often developing a rich patina. However, they do require regular maintenance, as the oil can wear down, especially in high-traffic areas. Re-oiling is recommended every 6–12 months, depending on usage, to keep the wood nourished and maintain its appearance. Certain oils, like hardwax oils, offer enhanced durability while retaining the matte look, and UV oils add additional protection from sunlight fading.
Hardwax Oils and UV-Cured Oils: Hardwax oils are popular for their combination of durability and natural appearance, providing a protective layer on the surface that also allows for localised repairs if scratches occur. UV-cured oils, often used on prefinished wooden floors, offer an extra level of resistance to fading from sunlight exposure, making them ideal for rooms with high sun exposure.
Each finish type caters to different aesthetic preferences and maintenance needs, so choosing the right one depends on the level of durability and the look you want for your wood floor.
Visit our wood flooring showroom in Edinburgh or order free samples online to view true quality representation of our beautiful wooden floors!
Oiled Finishes: Oiled finishes penetrate deeply into the wood fibres, creating a more natural look and a matte or satin appearance. By enhancing the wood grain, oiled finishes give floors a warm, organic feel that matures with time, often developing a rich patina. However, they do require regular maintenance, as the oil can wear down, especially in high-traffic areas. Re-oiling is recommended every 6–12 months, depending on usage, to keep the wood nourished and maintain its appearance. Certain oils, like hardwax oils, offer enhanced durability while retaining the matte look, and UV oils add additional protection from sunlight fading.
Hardwax Oils and UV-Cured Oils: Hardwax oils are popular for their combination of durability and natural appearance, providing a protective layer on the surface that also allows for localised repairs if scratches occur. UV-cured oils, often used on prefinished wooden floors, offer an extra level of resistance to fading from sunlight exposure, making them ideal for rooms with high sun exposure.
Each finish type caters to different aesthetic preferences and maintenance needs, so choosing the right one depends on the level of durability and the look you want for your wood floor.
Visit our wood flooring showroom in Edinburgh or order free samples online to view true quality representation of our beautiful wooden floors!