Floors & counters US provider: Very popular prior to the introduction of polyurethane floor sealers in the 1960s, penetrating oil sealers aren’t used much today but are still favored by some homeowners who love the way that oil brings out wood’s grain, beauty, and depth without adding high shine or gloss. It’s also a great choice if you are restoring a historic home. Penetrating oils—there are several types, but tung oil is the most common—soak into the wood’s pores, helping prevent scratches and other damage. Unlike most other hardwood floor finishes, penetrating oils don’t leave a hard “shell” on top of the wood; for this reason, a final coat of wax often tops the oil for extra protection. While penetrating oil sealers give wood a naturally lovely appearance, they don’t hold up well to foot traffic, so be prepared to re-oil your floors every three to five years if you choose this option. You should also be aware that water and chemicals can spot or damage oil-sealed floors, so you’ll need to use wood floor cleaners specifically formulated for this type of finish. If your floors get a scratch, it’s an easy job to touch them up, though; just buff more oil into the damaged spot.
Like all of our coatings, our water-based primers are eco-friendly without harmful toxins or fumes. And they may be used with Liquiguard floor coatings, as well as other water-based and solvent-based acrylic, epoxy and urethane coatings from other suppliers. Liquiguard primers are also single component solutions designed for quick, safe and easy application. They feature incredibly fast dry times which enable faster applications in mission-critical commercial, industrial and residential applications.
Liquiguard has developed an innovative lineup of versatile, eco-friendly, water-based coating solutions for leather, plastic and vinyl that will protect, maintain and preserve the lifespan of your most valuable and cherished items. These products are designed to care for any color shoes, handbags, jackets, automobiles and furniture; as well as other garments and trim to keep them looking new and preserving their lifespan. The coatings are easy to apply without polishing or buffing, and dry quickly without leaving behind a mess or cracking and peeling. They’re also resistant against fading and discoloring caused by UV rays, and protect against liquid spills and stains. These solutions represent the best in protective coatings available on the global market. See more info on Upholstery fabric protection.
What type of surface preparation is needed for the area in question?Surface preparation is the most important step in the installation process and is critical to long-term performance of the total system. Unfortunately, there is no one “best way” to prepare the surface. The coating selection (thin film or thick) will have a bearing on the type of preparation. Or, to put it another way, the required surface prep can dictate the type of system from a thickness standpoint. A thinfilm coating will require preparation that will not leave a heavy profile. A heavy profile may require a leveling or fill coat before the thin film installation. This could double the estimated material cost. It is also important to remember that new concrete requires proper preparation just as does any old surface. Curing compounds must be removed, a proper profile or roughness achieved, and any surface laitance removed.
Our research strives to develop solutions that protect and enhance the appearance and durability of everyday objects and surfaces around the home and business. As well as encourage safety by creating products that will prevent slip and fall accidents, the second greatest cause of accidents in the U.S. Not only are we committed to developing healthy household and industrial products, but we ensure that our coatings are top-of-the-line; supported by a high degree of research for the latest and best raw materials that are both durable, yet cost effective. See additional details at https://www.liquiguard.com/.