What are the pros/cons of oil vs. water based hardwood floor refinishing?
I’m getting my hardwood floors refinished and am not sure which to do. I’ve heard they look differently aesthetically and that oil fumes last longer, but I’m getting mixed info on which is more durable.
My house has a modern/contemporary style and I’m not refinishing areas that run the risk of frequently getting water on it (i.e., not refinishing the kitchen or bathroom floors).
We have rental properties and we always use oil because of the high traffic. It really does hold up well, thank goodness because we could not afford to have them re-done between tenants.
Oil. It gives it that modern look and lasts much much longer.
water based. it had a harder finish once it dries. also the oil based will yellow quite a bit after time (especially if its in direct sunlight) whereas the water will not nearly as much.