Parquet maintenance

Sanding solid teak parquet is an effective way to remove scratches, dents and discoloration and give the floor a like-new appearance. Due to the hardness of teak and to achieve a perfect result, professional equipment is required. The process takes place in several steps:

1. coarse sanding: Removes the old surface treatment and coarse unevenness.
2. intermediate sanding: Refines the surface with a medium grain.
3. fine sanding: Ensures a perfectly smooth surface in preparation for the new treatment.

The edges and corners must then be sanded with a special edge sanding machine. After thorough cleaning, the floor is ready for a new surface treatment with oil and wax.

After sanding, the surface of the wood is open-pored and must be protected. Oiling and waxing emphasizes the natural grain and protects the wood from the inside out.

1. oiling: Apply a high-quality parquet oil (hard oil) thinly and evenly with a roller or brush. Allow the oil to be absorbed according to the manufacturer’s instructions and then completely remove any excess oil that has not been absorbed with a lint-free cloth.
2. allow to dry: The oil needs time to harden. Observe the drying times before walking on the floor again or placing furniture on it.
3. waxing (optional): For additional protection and a silky matt sheen, a thin layer of hard wax can be applied and polished in after the oil has completely dried. This increases the durability of the surface.

Proper cleaning is crucial for the longevity of an oiled teak floor.

Daily cleaning: loose dirt and dust should be removed dry with a broom, mop or vacuum cleaner with a parquet brush.

Regular damp cleaning: If the floor is very dirty, wipe it with a damp cloth. This means that the wiping cloth must be wrung out thoroughly so that no puddles of water remain on the wood. Use a moisturizing wood floor soap in the mopping water. This not only cleans, but also cares for the oiled surface with every application and maintains its protective function.