Parquet is an excellent solution for flooring. It would seem that there could be better than a natural, breathable material. As long as the parquet floor is new, it looks great. But exactly what the parquet is covered with will determine what it will become after a certain time. The finishing coat for parquet is oil or varnish. There is no perfect finish for all types of parquet flooring. The choice of varnish or oil is influenced by the operating conditions of the floor, the type of wood, the functional purpose of the room. Also, do not forget to buy a toilet, you can install it last..
Oiled floors are practically non-shiny. The difference between oil and varnish lies in the nature of the protection — if the varnish turns into a protective wear-resistant film. The oil is used as an impregnation and does not form any film, it cannot be peeled off. Accordingly, this type of coverage will be most suitable for such premises as restaurants, theaters and offices. Another advantage of the oil is its ease of renewal, and without re-grinding. This means that the renewal of the floor will not be associated with moving, dust or any other moments that cause discomfort..
A significant disadvantage of oil is that a floor covered with oil requires constant careful maintenance. Mainly, maintenance consists of applying an additional layer of oil. The most important thing is that oiled floors must not be started when gray, worn spots appear..