Additionally shellac isn t typically a coating for floors.
Shellac over painted floor.
A third issue is shelf life.
Water based oil modified polyurethane is a relatively new product that combines the durability of an oil base with the cleanup of a water base.
It also can go over oil based finishes and can be applied using synthetic bristle brushes a foam roller or a rag as can other water based polyurethanes.
Using wax over a shellac finish.
Laminate flooring as a substrate is man made so placing a clear coat over it is usually a poor choice since most laminate floor planks have a high density aluminum oxide as a final coating which makes it very difficult for the polyurethane or any coating for that.
Quick drying sealers to put over painted floors.
That clear coat makes painting over polyurethane or varnish impossible unless you follow these three simple tips.
Sand the floor with 120 to 200 grit paper and remove all dust.
It does require a few steps to ensure that the paint adheres to the surface.
Most professionals agree that water based varnish is the best product to use over paint.
Use denatured alcohol to thin and clean.
So once it s done.
This product can actually be used on wooden floors.
After the shellac has deteriorated a few years in the can the finish you apply over it may wrinkle.
Zinsser b i n primer is a shellac based primer that will stop tannin bleed in its tracks.
Ideal for furniture and floors.
Once shellac is dissolved in alcohol it begins deteriorating more rapidly in hot temperatures.
Provides a hard finish that dries quickly.
You ll need sandpaper or deglosser primer and paint.
May be used as a sealer and stain killer on drywall cured plaster and new wood.
Not recommended for wood that will be exposed to moisture.
It takes longer to dry and it doesn t dry as hard.
Varnish can be used to protect preserve and enhance paint.
It s what i used when i painted my tile floor and the ikea trofast drawer units and it s held up amazingly well.
Painting a wood or concrete floor can be a complicated process that involves floor filler sandpaper and several coats of paint.
Apply 2 to 3 coats of paste wax and buff between coats to a deep gloss.
Apply the shellac at container consistency and let dry for 2 hours.
May break down over time.
With all the modern advances in coatings polyurethane shellac urethane or varnish some confusion about formula is to be expected.