One, What to do about carbonized wood discoloration
1、Repainting and renovation
Painted carbonized wood flooring can peel and detach over time due to prolonged exposure, which significantly affects its appearance. Therefore, it is necessary to re-paint it every few years. Before painting, it is essential to thoroughly sand and clean the surface. After painting, the flooring will become smoother, cleaner, and more glossy.
2、Reinstall flooring
There are several reasons why flooring may discolor, such as wear and tear, sun exposure, and water damage. To address this, consider replacing the discolored flooring and implementing appropriate measures to reduce sun exposure.
3、Waxing and maintenance
Alternatively, you can apply a fresh coat of wax to the carbonized wood flooring surface. After the wax has cured, it creates a barrier against air, water, and dust, while also providing color restoration, anti-slip, anti-abrasion, and anti-static properties, thereby extending the lifespan of the carbonized wood flooring.
Two. How to restore the color of carbonized wood?
1、Wipe clean
Due to the installation of carbonized wood flooring in outdoor environments, it is important to clean and maintain it regularly to prevent dirt buildup. When cleaning, a vacuum cleaner can be used to remove loose debris first, followed by cleaning with a soft cloth and a specialized cleaning agent.
2、Anti-dirt
The following steps should not be missed when maintaining carbonized wood flooring to prevent dirt accumulation: Every two to three months, it is necessary to polish the flooring to protect the coating and slow down aging. Before polishing, remember to clean the flooring by wiping it down. Then, use a clean, lint-free, and soft cloth to apply the polish, starting from one edge of the flooring and polishing in a circular motion across the surface.
3、Applying paint
Painted carbonized wood flooring may peel off over time, which significantly affects the appearance of the flooring. Therefore, it is necessary to recoat the flooring every few years. Before recoating, it is essential to sand and clean the surface. After recoating, the flooring will be smoother, cleaner, and more glossy.