A couple of nicks were filled and all but disappeared.
However, the floor was coated working around a massive area rug, so there is a difference in the finish they would have to live with. We returned to lightly sand, stain and apply finish, which fixed most of the damages. In the end this couple started with a perfectly finished hardwood floor. The movers, who were selected because they capably served these customers before, had a new employee on board who drug a bed frame across the finish scratching it. The trim, which the selection of trim used did not cover some edge detail had to be feathered in, which we repaired. There were exposed areas where the painters over-sprayed paint on the sanded treads. We were forced to have to do some minor sanding, re-staining, and recoating a far bigger area than the damaged areas affected. There was no area to start or stop for a partial repair. How the direction of the boards are running through the open concept of the entire first floor, would require a repair coat would have to involve the entire first floor. Now after being called back in to help, we had to deliver unfortunate news. To make matters worse, this foyer has a huge cathedral window which magnified the damage. When the painters and others pulled the tape, they ripped the polyurethane finish off right the floor down the middle of the foyer, in a 10-12′ section.Ī 10-12′ partial view of damage from blue painter’s tape across probably over 30 of the hardwood boards. A 10-12′ partial view of damage from blue painter’s tape The directions on the tape say not to let it remain on the surface for even more than a day. Some of the (Ramboard™) was moved, and more of it was installed with the blue tape applied directly to the newly finished floor. In our minds the floors were sufficiently protected.Ībout a month later I got a call from the owner. Instead, it went from board to board, or board to other surface (like a cabinet, an appliance or trim).
#Purple painters tape install
We took time to carefully install the Ramboard™ (hereinafter mostly referred to as “boards,) so no blue tape (in this case) was affixed to the new, and vulnerable polyurethane finish. In this case, it was to prepare for the painters, fireplace folks, plumbers, more finish electrical and finish trim workers. It also protects the vulnerable finish during the critical curing stage. This membrane is a durable surface affording protection while other contracting takes place.
#Purple painters tape how to
This image shows how to apply tape to secure a protective board so the tape does not damage hardwood floor finishīecause other work was to continue, we installed a breathable protecting flooring, (Ramboard™). As soon as the iron posts were installed, it would be the finishing touch to updating this already lovely home. The railings followed suit, again making a statement against the white painted trim and wainscoting. The typical yellowed red oak boards were sanded down, and a rich antique brown made them look brilliant. Our work was meticulous, the floors were stunning, and the customers were thrilled. We refinished the hardwood floors for new owners, who were excited about down-sizing to a well appointed Cinnaminson home. The bulk of the contracting was done, and we were cleared to begin. Several months ago it was agreed we would refinish the floors in a beautiful home -after a bathroom-kitchen renovation, but before the painting. Our story begins by sharing 3 back to back instances of how tape caused severe damage. Make absolutely sure all contractors work meticulously and carefully to protect your hardwoods.
Don’t make the mistake of allowing anyone to use painter’s tape on your polyurethane hardwood floor finish.
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