Hello everyone,
Last night, I found rough, pitted areas in the hardwood flooring. I hope the photo shows the issue clearly enough.
We moved in about 2 weeks ago. I can’t say if these spots were already there or how they happened. I never really noticed them before, but now they bother me more and more, especially because I’m worried that these areas might get worse or that new problem spots might appear elsewhere.
These areas feel very rough, so I’d like to do something about them at least.
What’s your assessment? Could this be a manufacturing defect? Or did these spots develop later?
What would be the best way to address this?
Thank you
Tassimat
Last night, I found rough, pitted areas in the hardwood flooring. I hope the photo shows the issue clearly enough.
We moved in about 2 weeks ago. I can’t say if these spots were already there or how they happened. I never really noticed them before, but now they bother me more and more, especially because I’m worried that these areas might get worse or that new problem spots might appear elsewhere.
These areas feel very rough, so I’d like to do something about them at least.
What’s your assessment? Could this be a manufacturing defect? Or did these spots develop later?
What would be the best way to address this?
Thank you
Tassimat
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pagoni20208 Sep 2020 13:40Depending on how it is sealed or treated, I have achieved usable results using very fine steel wool along with sandpaper. Back then, the fibers of the wooden floorboards had raised, making the floor appear like a rough, unfinished surface. Gently smoothing it with steel wool created even a velvety gloss effect.
Of course, you have to be very careful, but in some cases, it works better than sandpaper.
It is still a "defect," though... I remember similar issues we had at the time. The only comforting thing is that eventually, you stop noticing it.
But as I said, it depends on how your floor is treated.
Of course, you have to be very careful, but in some cases, it works better than sandpaper.
It is still a "defect," though... I remember similar issues we had at the time. The only comforting thing is that eventually, you stop noticing it.
But as I said, it depends on how your floor is treated.
Hello "Tassimat" (where does such a term come from??).
Now, no matter what caused the dents, here is a practical tip to significantly reduce dents in the surface layer:
Take a new, folded TEMPO tissue tonight and cut out about a 2 x 2 cm (about 1 x 1 inch) piece with scissors. You will also need a shot glass.
Moisten the tissue piece well with water, but not so much that it’s completely soaked and water runs out! Less is more here!
Place the damp cellulose on the dent and cover it with the shot glass, turned upside down (with the open side against the floor), to protect the tissue from drafts.
After about 12 hours, you will see that the dents have mostly been lifted by the swelling pressure of the wood. This usually works, but only if the wood cells have not been crushed by significant point loads to the extent that the wood’s elasticity has turned into plastic deformation.
Just give it a try!
Regards, KlaRa
Now, no matter what caused the dents, here is a practical tip to significantly reduce dents in the surface layer:
Take a new, folded TEMPO tissue tonight and cut out about a 2 x 2 cm (about 1 x 1 inch) piece with scissors. You will also need a shot glass.
Moisten the tissue piece well with water, but not so much that it’s completely soaked and water runs out! Less is more here!
Place the damp cellulose on the dent and cover it with the shot glass, turned upside down (with the open side against the floor), to protect the tissue from drafts.
After about 12 hours, you will see that the dents have mostly been lifted by the swelling pressure of the wood. This usually works, but only if the wood cells have not been crushed by significant point loads to the extent that the wood’s elasticity has turned into plastic deformation.
Just give it a try!
Regards, KlaRa
The trick with water only works on compressed wood, meaning when there is a dent in an area that was previously smooth. The water causes the wood to (slightly) return to its original shape.
In the photo, it looks to me more like it chipped off during planing. (Actually, it should have been sanded off ... but apparently it wasn’t.)
I would also recommend sanding (if the floor is not varnished, which doesn’t seem to be the case). After that, repeat the same treatment the floor originally received. However, this can also leave visible “spots.”
I also agree with the other advice:
Relax. More dents will appear, and that is normal—especially with wood.
Lately, since I own a house myself, I have been thinking more often about what people like:
New materials look good at first, but then develop their “patina” (or marks).
Old houses (for example, timber-framed ones) often have a charm that many people appreciate.
However, most people do not want to experience the transition.
The process of going from new to old is not popular.
That is understandable, but I believe being more relaxed about it can be helpful for one’s well-being.
In the photo, it looks to me more like it chipped off during planing. (Actually, it should have been sanded off ... but apparently it wasn’t.)
I would also recommend sanding (if the floor is not varnished, which doesn’t seem to be the case). After that, repeat the same treatment the floor originally received. However, this can also leave visible “spots.”
I also agree with the other advice:
Relax. More dents will appear, and that is normal—especially with wood.
Lately, since I own a house myself, I have been thinking more often about what people like:
New materials look good at first, but then develop their “patina” (or marks).
Old houses (for example, timber-framed ones) often have a charm that many people appreciate.
However, most people do not want to experience the transition.
The process of going from new to old is not popular.
That is understandable, but I believe being more relaxed about it can be helpful for one’s well-being.
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