Whitening parquet: before and after photos

During operation, parquet loses its aesthetic appearance. Cracks and defects appear, color changes. But the material can be whitened. This will return the parquet to its original condition and give it a beautiful shine.

Rules for whitening parquet

There are several products suitable for whitening parquet.

1. White stain. Suitable if we need to illuminate the surface. Has a gentle effect. The disadvantages of this method are the lack of a layer of protection. Therefore, it is also necessary to apply varnish.
2. Wood bleaching paint. This paint is water-based specifically for this material. This method is suitable if you need to preserve the texture of the material.
3. Quick drying varnish. Suitable if we need an impermeable and durable coating.
4. Parquet oil. Gives the floor a natural matte finish.
5. Whitening wax. Can give the floor a delicate shine and white tint. Maintains natural pattern. Wax protects the material well from dirt.
6. Lye for wood. Suitable for materials made of pine, spruce, maple, ash and birch.

What will bleaching parquet give?

Whitening has the following advantages:

1. You can change the tone of the material.
2. Protecting the floor from physical damage.
3. The ability to hide defects, if any.
4. The floor becomes smooth. It's nice to walk on it.
5. Aesthetic appearance.
6. A varnished floor reflects light well.
7. Varnish can serve as a mirror, namely, visually enlarge the space.

Important! The parquet looks like new. Even after 20 years of use, bleaching will allow you to recreate the original appearance.

Step-by-step whitening of parquet: before and after photos

The bleaching process will differ depending on the chosen method.

The stain is applied as follows:

1. Take a cotton cloth or brush.
2. We apply stain.
3. We are waiting for the floor to dry. This will take several hours.
4. We sand the unevenness with sandpaper.
5. We remove dust from the parquet.
6. We apply varnish. We are waiting for it to dry.
7. Apply a second layer of varnish.

Whitening paint is applied as follows:

1. Take a roller, sprayer or soft brush.
2. Apply 1 or 2 layers at intervals of about 10 hours.
3. We are waiting for it to dry.

To apply varnish, do the following:

1. Take a roller, flat or oval brush.
2. Apply 1 layer of varnish. We wait at least 5 hours.
3. To make the coating smooth, we sand it with sandpaper.
4. We remove dust.
5. Wipe the surface with a wet cloth.
6. Apply a second layer of varnish.

To apply oil you need:

1. Take a roller, staple or brush.
2. We are waiting for it to dry completely. It will take 2 weeks.
3. A second layer is not needed.
4. Tools that have been used should be washed in water. Oil is highly flammable.

Wax is applied as follows:

1. We use the same tools as in the case of oil.
2. We wait 2 weeks until it dries completely.

To apply alkali you need:

1. The substance can harm a person, so we wear protection.
2. Take a brush or cotton-based cloth.
3. We apply the product. We are waiting for it to dry.
4. Sand the surface. Apply a layer of oil.

Below is a gallery where you can compare the appearance of parquet before and after whitening.

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There are many ways to whiten. You should choose based on the type of material and budget.