There are also significant differences for the applicator.
Polyurethane floor coating application.
It can build up an old cracked and pitted concrete floor and make it look brand spanking shiny and new and increase the floor s light reflectivity by as much as 300.
Polyurethane is widely revered as one of the most durable yet easy to apply protective wood finishes polyurethanes are commonly available in both oil based and water based formulas and there are minor differences between the two in both performance and application.
How does the application of polyurethane floors differ from epoxy.
Minwax super fast drying polyurethane for floors is a clear oil based durable protective finish specifically formulated for use on hardwood floors.
If an uncured pu floor is attacked by water or condensation you may get this catastrophic results like in.
You ll get the best results from your topcoat if you remove any old paint varnish or other finishes before polyurethane application.
From an applicators point of view polyurethane floor resins are extremely sensitive to the presence of humidity.
It can be applied from as little as 2mls to as much as 80 mls thick depending on the application and underlying floor surface.
Apply the first coat of polyurethane.
Within 24 hours of applying the seal coat brush on a coat of finish right from the can.
Superior durability for hardwood floors.
Spread the varnish over the entire surface with long even strokes.
Optimized drying technology results in faster recoat time between coats.
Avoid wiping the brush on the rim of the can as this may introduce air bubbles.