How to replenish worn floorboards without sanding?

[tsne5872]

Hi - is there an easy way to replensih these floorbaords without having to properly sand back with a hired sander etc? 

i think they are cyprus pine floorboards. There are bits in the middle bit of walkways/living area really worn back and then areas closer to the kickboards where there is more oil/polish/varnish and the wood is darker. The middle worn bits of rooms are almost back to wood 

id really prefer not to sand as then i have to do the whole house and dont trust myself on the oil/varnish side of naked floorboards

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thanks ! 

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @tsne5872. It's great to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about coating floorboards.

To replenish worn floorboards without sanding, the most effective way would typically be to do some light spot repairs. However, for the best long-term result, sanding the entire floor and recoating is usually recommended. If you’re looking to avoid sanding the whole floor, you could try applying an oil-based polyurethane like Cabots CFP directly to the worn areas. Keep in mind, though, that this will likely give you a substandard result compared to sanding and recoating the entire surface, and the contrast between the worn and darker areas could still be noticeable.

For a temporary fix this might help improve the appearance, but it's not a substitute for a full sanding and recoating if you want a lasting, professional finish.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell
 

[tsne5872]

Thanks - so if we resand the floors - > what is the process after that? 

ie i hire a sander, sand the floors down.

What is the oil/polish/varnish process and easiest way to replenish the boards post sanding? how many steps? and if i do the one room i feel i will need to do the whole house, so it will be a decent job (100 sqm) 

thanks 

[MitchellMc]

Hi @tsne5872,

Here are some helpful guides: How to sand timber floors and How to seal timber floors.

Mitchell