I've got these old pine floors that are over 100 years old and we decided to keep them during a recent renovation for their character. They were sanded and finished by a pro, but over time, some areas near the edges are becoming splintery, especially with kids running around. I want to know if there's any kind of matte finish tape that I could put over the worst spots to help hold the splinters down while ensuring it still looks decent. I've thought about rugs, but my space is 1500 square feet, and I can't cover everything. Resanding doesn't seem reliable for the edges, and I'm not ready for LVL installation. So, are there any tapes or temporary solutions that might work?
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Have you thought about using wood glue on the edges? I've got old pine floors too, and I've had some luck with that. It can help hold down those splintery sections without making it look too patched up. Plus, it's not super expensive.
Sanding and sealing should have addressed those splinters, but sometimes if the job was brief, they can miss those tricky edges. If you're still facing issues, you might try to share some pictures. It could help in figuring out a better solution! Maybe a different approach is needed?
It sounds like your floors might need a better seal! If the sanding and poly weren't thorough enough before, you could end up with splinters like you've got. In the meantime, some fabric tape could be a decent option. You can find it in different colors and if you go for a strong nylon material, it should hold up well enough as a quick fix. Just make sure the area is clean before applying it so that it sticks properly!
Yeah, cleaning is crucial. If it doesn’t stick well, it won’t help at all.
That's interesting! How well does the glue hold up over time?