How Do You Seal Wood Floors?
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How Do You Seal Wood Floors?

Sealing your wooden floors has a host of benefits, the main being protection against moisture. Moisture can be damaging to wood as it can cause the wood to delaminate, where the layers of the wood split, and in some circumstances can cause the wood to rot. Both of these can incur large costs.

Another benefit of wood sealant is that it makes the wood stronger and increases durability, offering resistance to scuffing and everyday wear and tear. Wood sealant can also possess UVA light which prevents the wood from fading in sunlight.

Outdoor wooden floors can also be susceptible to staining from bacterial growth such as algae, mould, lichen and fungi, all of which can give wood dirty, green colouring, and make it slippery underfoot. By sealing wooden floors, you can protect the floors from all these potential problems, increasing the longevity of your floor.

How Do You Seal Wood Floors?

The most effective way to seal your wood floors is to use a specialist wood sealant such as GK’s Invisible Wood Sealer. Our wood sealer is a water-based sealing solution that is designed specifically for use with wood floors and other wood structures such as decking, fencing and wooden furniture.

GK Invisible Wood Sealer is a ready-to-use sealer that penetrates deep into the wood, creating a robust defence against moisture and rot, while its algae-repelling formula will keep your wooden surfaces pristine, especially outdoors.

Our solution has been formulated using the latest technology to offer you outstanding performance and durability. Once dried, the sealant will not alter the original look of the wood, keeping its natural charm.

How to Apply GK Invisible Wood Sealer

GK Invisible Wood Sealer is ready to use. Shake the container well before applying the solution to your floors or wooden structures.

Apply the solution with a brush, long pile roller, or low-pressure spray to saturation, ensuring an even coat.

Apply a second wet-on-wet coat before the first coat dries for deeper penetration.

Try to avoid runs, drips, or puddling. You can remove excess product with a clean, lint-free cloth.

Leave the sealer to dry. Your surface will be touch dry within 2 hours and fully dry after 24 hours. For decking and flooring, make sure to allow 24 hours before allowing heavy foot traffic.

The Benefits of GK Invisible Wood Sealer

GK Invisible Wood Sealer is a breathable solution with a special formula that allows water vapour to pass through while preventing water from penetrating the actual wood. This helps to prevent the wood from rotting or delaminating.

It can be used on wooden floors and structures both inside and outside your home and premises and is suitable for both horizontal and vertical surfaces such as floors, decking, fences, doors and furniture.

The sealer is extremely hard wearing, offering an invisible layer of protection that is both UVA resistant and highly resistant to everyday wear and tear.

Finally, our formula provides protection against mould, algae and other bacterial growth, leaving your outdoor wooden surfaces pristine and free from slime or green staining.

Final Thoughts

The best way to seal your wood floors and other wooden structures is to use a specially formulated wood sealer.

GK Invisible Wood Sealer is a water-based wood sealing solution that provides protection against the delamination of wood and prevents wood from rotting. It offers resistance to UVA and general wear and tear. Our formula keeps the original charm of the wood and can be used both indoors and outdoors.