The task with finding a suitable fit remained topical with the rest of the floor too. Some boards were in such bad condition and a replacement was necessary. We’ve managed to find the exact match to the existing floor and replace the extra damaged floorboards. The rest of the floorboards that were not secured to be fully safe to use were refitted and nailed down. Once the floor structure became super sturdy and stable we continued with filling in the major gaps in between the boards that usually appear with time and due to the age of the floor. Some finer gaps were filled with a mixture of natural resin and sawdust that is collected after the first round of sanding. Since the sawdust comes from the floor, the gaps are filled in with a mixture of the exact colour and texture as the rest of the floorboards. However, some gaps are too wide and an additional gap filling with pine slivers is required.
Once this is done, the floor becomes even sturdier and more durable and it ensures great insulation. Next, we can carry on with sanding the surface until it becomes extra smooth and uniform and all of the scratches, dents, marks, stains, the old and worn finish, and the rest of the imperfections are stripped down. The following buffing treatment makes the surface even smoother and opens the porous structure of wood so it can absorb the lacquer to finish more effectively. The finish of choice is a glossy lacquer that ensures great protection of the bare wood and contributes to an elegant and sophisticated interior. To finish up the whole project and achieve outstanding results, we’ve sanded and sealed the wooden stairs too. This last finishing touch created a great and smooth transition between the different areas of the house.