Oxidation can be attributed to the UV rays of sunlight and to the age of the wood floors. It is an important factor to consider when repairing old floors and trying to “blend in” new wood. 

Finishing material also changes color with age depending on the amount of UV blockers in the formula. 

Kalley Flooring is an expert in the art of matching new wood to old wood for a consistent tone . We  can recommend a new finish that will protect your floors from future oxidation. We also recommend a maintenance schedule for the finish of your floor if there are any problem areas, such as sections of the floor exposed to regular sunlight.

Synteko has been around for 65 years. They originated in Stockholm, Sweden in 1944. They are at the forefront of water-based floor varnishes and their uncompromising quality extends to their oil-based finishes. In the 1950s Synteko introduced a modified urea resin floor finish. In the 1970s Synteko was one of the first companies in the world to introduce waterborne lacquers.

Today, their products are sold in more than 20 different countries worldwide. They can meet the needs of any scale of project, anywhere from a living room to the  Sydney Opera House.  They are also a company focused on being environmentally friendly.

Synteko Natural – Ironbark

Synteko Natural – Tasmanian Oak

SYNTEKO NATURAL

Synteko Natural 1612 is an alkyd-based high solid floor finish. The extremely high solids means that it gives up to three times more coverage compared to normal wood floor oil. The product is oxygen curing. The surface it provides is smooth and resists wear. Synteko Natural 1612 is formulated for treatment of wood and cork floors and also wooden stairs, sills, benches etc. And because it is so good at resisting traffic, it is especially recommended for use in commercial areas like offices, stores, museums and other areas where high wear resistance is needed.

View youTube video of Synteko product application:

Why is Synteko Natural the choice for the environmentally aware client?

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View the Synteko Natural Spec Sheet.

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Synteko Press Release

The Flooring Professionals

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Email: info@synteko.com.au

Synteko Natural Oil the Environmentally friendly floor solution.

Synteko Natural Oil is an environmentally sustainable floor finish that is VOC FREE having a 100% solids content. This unique floor finish barely changes the look of the timber floor yet complements the natural beauty of timber whilst being extremely durable, economical to apply and maintain and very easy to repair. Its Green credentials are further enhanced, as it is a by-product derived from wood pulp.

Synteko Natural is unique in that it penetrates the surface of the timber floor, curing hard in the grain of the timber. This forms a protective surface that becomes part of the wood floor without leaving any visible film build on the surface. Not only will it emphasize the natural appearance of the wood it will feel like actual timber under ones feet. This is because one is walking on the pure wood surface not an artificial coating. This natural matt finish has extraordinary abrasion resistance and will not be as susceptible to wear and tear as other finishes that need additional surface coatings or hard wax for protection. This makes Natural perfectly suited to commercial areas such as offices, shops museums, airports and shopping centers where a high wear resistance is required with minimal maintenance costs and disruption. It is equable suitable for domestic applications emphasizing the natural warmth of a timber floor in the home.

Distinct advantage’s of Natural over other floor oils is that there is no need to apply additional wax coatings over the surface to ensure its longevity .In addition its 100% solid content results in a very high quality floor finish with 100% of the product applied to the timber floor remaining in the timber surface. This coupled with its Zero VOC emissions results in a floor finish that is exceptionally durable and extremely environmentally friendly. Other unique features of Synteko Natural is it is easy to spot repair using simple procedure in conjunction with maintenance products and the ability to modify its basic colour by adding a range of pigmented tints to the oil.

Synteko’s mission is one of producing uncompromising quality products. Synteko floor coatings have been at the forefront of environmental timber floor finishes for more than 35 years.

Synteko has the floor finish system to meet your needs.

Examples of Synteko Natural:

Estonian Academy of Music and Theater:

Tallin Secondary Science School:

The following link provides Taber test ratings. These ratings are Abrasion Tests according to ASTM/by using CS 17 with 1000 gr. of weight/wheel
ASTM International provides technical standards to industries worldwide.

http://www.kragilinc.com/Taber_Test_Ratings.html

Ceramic finish physical specifications:

• Water based
• VOC levels under 125 (lowest in the industry)
• Fast drying
• Slight texture to help conceal wear
• Great slip resistance – well above industry guidelines
• 50x stronger than polyurethane and acrylic coatings
• 10X stronger than Aluminum Oxides
• Total thickness is 2 mil thick vs. competitor’s 5-10 mil thick
• Top coat spread rate is 700-1000 sq. ft. per gallon vs. competitor’s spread rate of 300-700 sq. ft. per gallon

WearMax Ceramic Finish Advantages:

• Environmentally safe
• Well below State VOC requirements
• Industry’s best written warranty against wear through
• Easy clean-up
• Low maintenance (damp cloth clean-up)
• Resists urine stains against animals and humans
• Resists disinfectants
• Cuts down on pet claw marks
• No more scrubbing, waxing and polishing
• Damp cloth clean-up
• Made in the USA

first one without WearMax:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GquVkuNEZic

second with WearMax: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8BZpjQfCTs&NR=1

Manual Sanding:
For unusually fine oak or other hardwood floors, manual sanding is recommended. Requiring considerably more time and hence greater cost, hand sanding produces a much smoother surface than machine sanding.

Mechanical Sanding:
The floor should be traversed at least three times with a heavy power-driven type-sanding machine. On wood strip flooring, the first cut may be made crosswise to the grain, at a forty-five degree angle. Succeeding cuts must be in the direction of the grain. Where parquet or unit block is installed, the first cut should be made at a forty-five degree angle with the following cut ninety degrees in direction from original cut.

Using the correct grade of sandpaper in the machine, the drum sander should be passed slowly and at an even speed, starting at one wall and moving straight to the opposite wall. The sander is then passed back along the same path with each complete pass (from wall to wall and return) overlapping a previous pass by two or three inches.
To sand close to the wall and any other areas, which cannot be reached with a drum sander, use a disc sander, equipped with the same grit paper as the drum sander.

While three traverses are recommended, acceptable results sometimes are obtained from two. If an especially smooth surface is desired, four or five traverses may be desirable, the fourth with 2/0 (100) sandpaper and the fifth with 3/0 (120). After the final machine-cut, the floor should be buffed by hand using 3/0 (120) sandpaper.

For fine machine sanding work, when the floor is of parquet or unit block style, make the final cut with fine sandpaper using a disc sander. Final sanding should leave floor in a condition that no sanding marks will show through or be brought out by application of the finish.

Surface Protection
The first coat of stain, filler or other finish should be applied the same day the final sanding, buffing, and dust removing are completed. If there is a longer interval between the operations, the grain of the wood will rise perceptibly, causing a rough surface. In large areas, this may require more manpower to complete in a day.

After the final sanding, the floor should be swept clean. Windows, windowsills, doors, doorframes and baseboards or any other flat surface as well as the floor should be dusted carefully with power vacuum cleaner. After the final buffing, the floor surface should not be walked on until the stain filler, or first finish coat has been applied. Any footprints that appear must be removed. A reinforced craft paper, lapped at least six inches at edges and ends, can provide surface protection from normal foot traffic.

References

How to Finish Wood Floors Old & New 1962, Pierce and Stevens Chemical Corporation, 710 Ohio Street, Buffalo, New York 14203.
Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association 1963,424 Washington Avenue, Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54901.
National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association 1963, 814 Sterick Building, Memphis, Tennessee 38103.