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Should You Paint Before Refinishing Hardwood Floors?

Writer Rachel Davis

Is it better to paint or refinish floors first?

The general consensus is that freshly laid flooring should be painted before any spills can damage it. New flooring, on the other hand, should always be installed before any interior painting is done, according to experts.

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Do you paint walls before you refinish hardwood floors?

Before refinishing or laying new flooring, paint the walls.Paint drips are acceptable on subfloors prior to floor covering because they will be covered. Sanding can be used to remove paint and tools that have damaged the floor.

Can you live in a house while refinishing floors?

Polyurethane and stain have a strong odor that lingers for a long time and can cause migraines at any time or all the time. A house that is having its floors refinished and is filling with strong odors is not only unpleasant to live in, but can also trigger migraines in some people.