Depending on the quality of vinyl floor that you have and the amount of time it had to soak in, you may be able to remove some or all of the stain. Wherever you purchased the Purple Primer should also carry CLEAR Primer. Apply a small amount of Clear Primer to a clean cloth and blot the stained area. CAUTION: This material is highly flammable. Keep away from open flame, sparks or heat sources. Use these products in a well ventilated area.

Yes, we can stain the floor in light oak, dark oak or antique pine (softwood only). We would advise you not to stain hardwood, pre-finished and laminate floors.

Ultimately the decision is yours. We believe all wood should be stained because it seals better & enhances its beauty. Stain is an upgrade and does cost more. If your decor supports a natural finish, we will be happy to accommodate you.

A.This is a job we would not recommend you undertake if you are a novice. Peter has stained hundreds of floors and knows how much skill you need to tackle this job. He has also seen a lot of floors that have been badly stained and it's not a pretty picture. When a floor is stained well it has a beautiful even colour with depth to it. Stained badly and it can look patchy and dull with a dirty appearance.

Yes. Use "Metroflor Matte" to finish TrafficMaster vinyl floors to increase brightness, but when using, cover the entire area. Use "Tile Lab Hi-Gloss" to finish Newport, Riviera, and Images floors to increase brightness, but when using, cover the entire area.

Stone is naturally a porous material, it needs to be treated when it is first laid. For this type of limestone we recommend the use of Lithofin Stain Stop. Once the tile has been sealed correctly with multiple applications of Stain Stop it will be completely sealed and can be maintained in the same way as a ceramic or porcelain floor. This advice also applies if you want to use stone in a bathroom. Once treated, the stone provides a waterproof barrier.

The length of the process can vary widely due to project type, size, prep work, location, and weather. However, most standard staining projects are completed in 3-4 days.

Wipe up spills immediately to help prevent stains. The longer a stain sits, the tougher it will be to remove from the surface. Follow the instructions on the bottle and do not over-mix or your cleaning solution may leave a dulling film. Avoid soaps, cleaning powders and detergent products as they will leave a dulling film. Although the no-rinse cleaners do not need rinsing, rinsing will provide a better shine.

The Basement De-Watering System? is the ideal solution for carpeted basements. If the carpet has not been destroyed by years of water damage, enough of it can be moved or removed to provide clearance for the Basement De-Watering System?. Some carpets must be trimmed and replaced after the installation. If vinyl flooring has survived past seepage, it will be trimmed about 2 1/2" from the wall before the Basement De-Watering System? is installed.

You can use primer to prepare a sub-floor for vinyl tile. It aids in preparing the floor for the adhesive. We recommend Jasco Primer. NEVER USE A SEALER! TrafficMaster Pro Basement Proofer is a type of primer that acts like a sealer, but allows adhesion of the tile to concrete floors. Most importantly, it helps prevent moisture from getting between tiles and the sub-floor.

Concrete Floors must not contain a sealer or finish of any kind. For installing below grade (below floor level, like in basements), we recommend Basement Proofer to prepare concrete floors. First, clean the sub-floor for any remaining dirt and grease. Tiles must be in the room of installation for at least 2 days to stabilize temperature. Never use polyurethane over vinyl tile.

Only when installing over a porous floor, this means a floor that can "absorb" some of the liquid such as a plywood, or concrete sub-floor. DO NOT use another primer in conjunction with the Basement Proofer and never use primer when installing over existing vinyl flooring.

Primers can be composed of any number of chemical compounds but in the end they can be thought of as a chemical bridge between an adhesive or sealant and the bonding substrate. This chemical bridge can be likened to a weld between two sections of metal. Most primers are specially designed molecules carried in a solvent vehicle. Once applied the solvent must evaporate and in some cases the active ingredients must undergo a chemical reaction.

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We do not have stain formulas available. In order to get a stain to match your hardwood floor, we suggest that you take a sample of the wood flooring product as well as the wood you are preparing to stain to a stain specialist that can custom blend and mix the product to order. Most major paint stores have custom mixing programs as do most of the major home centers.

No one can match finishes exactly, but an experienced professional with a good eye can get very close. For best results, consider refinishing the old floor with the same finish and sheen as the new one. Although wax finishes are easier to match, keep in mind that polyurethane finishes provide more protection than wax in kitchens.

Replace all narrow furniture rests with wide-bearing ones. Support furniture with wide-bearing, non-staining floor protectors. It is recommended that all furniture protectors be at least one inch in diameter, made of non-pigmented hard plastic, and rest flat on the floor. Non-staining felt protectors are also acceptable. Casters with a minimum ¾” flat surface width or floor protectors are recommended for all moveable furniture. Metal floor protectors are generally not recommended.

Yes, Armstrong® Floor Cleaner can be used on most vinyl floors. However, we do not recommend using Armstrong® Floor Cleaner on vinyl laminate flooring.

No. Our MP765 coating can refinished with a quick manual scuff-sand (220grit) and then two coats of our MP765 water-base varnish. Let it dry overnight before subjecting it to regular foot traffic and you are done!

Yes, but ONLY if Basement Proofer is used to prepare the concrete before laying the tile. Vinyl tile can not be laid on top of a preexisting tiled floor below grade.