Do hardwood floors stain?

A hardwood stain is not meant to protect your floor from water and wear damages; its primary goal is to color the wood. If you only want to save the floor against water and wear, I recommend finishing it without stain. To protect your floor, all you have to do is use a polyurethane sealer.

How long does stain last on hardwood floors?

While stain brands recommend a drying time of 12 to 24 hours, allowing the floor to dry between 24 and 48 hours ensures that it is completely dry before applying the water-based polyurethane — especially when conditions are less than ideal.

How do I protect my hardwood floors from staining?

Use a brush or roller to apply a coat of polyurethane finish. Follow the grain of the wood when applying the polyurethane. Let the first coat dry for six to eight hours. Polyurethane is durable and provides a glass-smooth finish that will protect your floor.

What is stain resistant flooring?

Stain-Resistant floors and walls are formulated to withstand permanent discoloration that occurs when their surfaces come into contact with liquids or materials.

How much does it cost to stain a hardwood floor?

Staining hardwood floors costs between $1 and $3 per square foot. Prices can vary due to the quality and type of stain and the price of labor in your area. Low-end stains average $30 per gallon, and high-end ones can go for $100 per gallon. Prepare to wait up to 24 hours between stain applications.

What kind of stain do you use on hardwood floors?

Oil-based stains are the best wood stain for furniture or any large wood surface because of the slower drying time, which gives the piece a more even finish. Oil-based stains tend to penetrate deeper, leaving behind a richer color that is easy to refresh by applying another coat.

Can you walk on stained hardwood floors?

Drying time after the floors are refinished: At a minimum, you should wait at least 24 hrs before walking on the floors; for hours 24-48, it’s best to wear socks only (no shoes, no bare feet). Ideally, you should wait a total of 4 days before moving furniture back.

Should hardwood floors be sealed?

Because wood is a fibrous, organic material, hardwood floors must be sealed to protect the wood from moisture, stains, scratches and everyday wear and tear. Most wood flooring receives a stain before it is sealed with a protective finish. This also leaves the flooring more vulnerable to moisture and stains.

Is vinyl plank flooring stain proof?

Luxury vinyl tile and plank is naturally resistant to most common stains. It is recommended to test any product thought to have a potential of staining on a flooring sample prior to the application.

Are vinyl planks stain proof?

Vinyl Plank Flooring: Soft, Stain-Resistant, Long-Lasting.