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When can I move furniture on refinished hardwood floors?
Wait 48 to 72 hours after the hardwood has been refinished/ finished before “PLACING” furniture back in its place. Keep a steady temperature and humidity within your home. Dramatic swings in temperature will cause hardwood to shrink or to cup. Sweep/dust and mop often.
How long do you have to stay off a refinished hardwood floor?
A: It is recommended to stay off the floors for up to 24 hours after the final coat is applied to the floors. For the first 48 hours we recommend that you wear socks only, no shoes or bare feet.
How long should polyurethane dry before moving furniture?
After finishing your hardwood flooring with water-based polyurethane you should wait 2 to 4 hours before walking on them (ideally longer) and you should not move furniture back for at least two days, (72 hours would be better).
How long after floors refinished Can you walk on them?
How long do I have to wait to use my room after my floors are refinished? We recommend waiting 6 hours before walking on your new floors in socks. After 24 hours you can walk through with shoes on. Allow 48 hours before setting furniture and returning pets.
Can you sleep in house after staining floors?
The house is not inhabitable for a minimum of 2 days after the job is completed, and better to stay out for at least 5 as the fumes/off-gassing is not advisable to breathe in, even if there are other rooms to sleep in.
When to put furniture back on the floor after refinishing?
At a minimum, you should wait at least 24 hours before walking on the ground; For 24-48 hours, it is best to wear only socks (no shoes, no bare feet). Ideally, you should wait a total of 4 days before moving the furniture back.
When to walk on a refinished hardwood floor?
How Soon After Refinishing Can I Walk On My Hardwood Floor? You should wait 2-4 hours before walking on a floor refinished with a water-based poly finish, and as much as 3 to 4 days before walking on a floor refinished with an oil-based poly finish.
Do you have to move furniture to get new floors?
Some companies may include furniture moving in their quote, although it’s not a standard. If you do have this option, it can save you time (and maybe a sore back!). However, it may increase the total cost of your installation.
What to do with old furniture when getting new flooring?
Once the old flooring has been taken out, you’ll need to ensure that the subfloor is level and in good condition before installation begins. Again, an experienced hardwood flooring installation specialist can take care of this for you to ensure a perfectly smooth and level finish on your new floor.