Increasing the Lifespan Of your Wood Floor With The Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer

Increasing the Lifespan Of your Wood Floor With The Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer

There are numerous issues that wood floors are exposed that can shorten their lifespan. Take the daily footfall witnessed for instance. The simple action of people walking about the premises causes there to be friction that gradually abrades the surface. This effect is even greater when there is dirt and debris on the floor, since the particles will act like tiny bits of sandpaper as they gradually break down the existing finish. You will notice that sections like the entrance of the building, corridors and the living areas quickly develop traffic lanes – clearly being different in appearance to the rest of the surrounding floor. Even the type of footwear comes into focus. Some like spiked shoes and high heeled stilettos are notorious for damaging wood floors. Finishes like the Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer come in to protect the floor from the abrasive effects of day-to-day foot traffic, which is key to prolong the life of the installation. 

Scratches too are a common concern when it comes to wood floors. Dragging furniture like sofas, bookcases, tables and armchairs will easily create unsightly scratches immediately – which is why it is always insisted that the furniture gets lifted and carried whenever it is to be moved. It’s not just these major shifts that create scratches though. Minor shifts that occur during the everyday usage of the furniture can add up, finally resulting in deep gouges. This is why it is recommended that you place furniture pads under the chair, table and sofa legs. You can get cork pads for the heavy furniture that is rarely moved, and felt furniture pads for the likes of coffee tables and chairs that move more smoothly. 

The damage is not limited to furniture. The sharp edges of stilettos and cleats can scratch the surface. The grit, debris and other such substances that are pressed against the floor when walking on it add to the wear effects. For households with cats and dogs, then it’s only a matter of time before the furry guys create scratches all over the floor. Regular trimming of the claws is needed, be it by routine visits to the groomer, or using a nail clipper for pets. This will help in minimising the scratches. In addition, setting up area rugs on sections that the pet frequents will further help in protecting the installation. Treating your floor with the Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer wards off these effects, further preserving the beauty of your installation. 

With spills on the other hand, there are risks of staining, water damage, as well as corrosion depending on the chemical makeup of the liquid that has been spilled. The longer the liquid is allowed to remain on the floor, the higher the chances of the contents getting soaked into the wood tissue. Stains clash with the rest of the hue and patterns on the floor, becoming an eyesore. Those that stick onto the surface for long become more difficult to remove. With the hygroscopic nature of the wood, the tissue absorbs more liquid during spills due to the steeper moisture gradient. This can lead to issues like water damage, with signs like cupping or warping. In extreme cases, there can be buckling which damages the floor’s very structure. Chemicals on the floor, whether they are the solutions used when cleaning – especially stronger agents that one turns to deal with stubborn stains, or the occasional accidental spill of harsh products, contribute to the damage that the floor is exposed to – which is also why finish agents with chemical resistance like the Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer are becoming popular. 

What about solar radiation? It affects the floor in different ways, depending on the kind of finish coats that have been applied, as well as the specific type of wood species that has been installed. Some hardwoods will darken, and others will fade. Oil-based polyurethane finishes on the other hand tend to develop a yellow tint over time, which can clash with the rest of the décor. This is unlike water-based finishes, which are typically non-yellowing. 

Enjoy Your Wood Floor for Longer with the Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer

This two-component lacquer has been formulated to give your floor enhanced abrasion resistance properties. The barrier of protection formed on the surface makes it resistant to the everyday wear and tear that is witnessed in both public and domestic environments. That foot traffic that abrades the floor surface, the shocks, scratches, and chemicals – you get to protect your wood floor from them all. This preserves the structural integrity of the underlying installation, enabling it to last for longer. What’s more, it lengthens the duration before the next round of floor sanding and refinishing, which contributes to lowering the costs that go into the floor care and maintenance. 

When it comes to aesthetics, you get to retain that natural appearance of your wood floor after treating it with the Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer. From the hue and shade that are characteristic to your particular floorboards, to the grain pattern and natural charm that comes with having wood floors in the premises – you get to have the aesthetic attributes of your installation being enhanced, accentuating the interior space. The particular gloss level that results will depend on the particular version of the Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer that you select. There are four choices available, which include Semi-Gloss, Satin, Matt and NATURAL-EFFECT lacquers. Note that the Carver Omeg-Art NATURAL EFFECT is particularly developed for use on lighter-coloured wood floors like maple, chestnut, fir or even oak, and it should not be used on the dark-coloured species as there can be whitening that results. 

The Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer was formulated with safety in mind. After all, you don’t want to have to worry about your interior space getting filled with toxic fumes when the floor is being worked on, which would put the person applying the finish, as well as the occupants of the household, at risk. This waterborne finish is free from troublesome agents like N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone and N-Ethylpyrrolidone that are an issue with other products in the market. That way you get to have your floor treated while preserving the indoor air quality.

Increasing the Lifespan Of your Wood Floor With The Carver Omeg-Art Floor Lacquer