Bubbling poly
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Nick
In Remembrance
Are we talking about finish ?
Nick
In Remembrance
From the NWFA tech manual Bubbles
" CAUSES: Soap or some other contaminant was not removed before coating .
Applying hot oil modified finish onto a cold floor .
Applying finish to a hot floor.
Overworking finish during application.
Air movement across the floor that dries bubbles into place before they can flow out.
Floor not screened or sufficiently cleaned between coats of finish.
CURE: Problems in the topmost finish coat can be screened and recoated .
While cases of delamination require complete sanding and refinishing .
Cover windows during application to prevent hot spots on the floor .
" CAUSES: Soap or some other contaminant was not removed before coating .
Applying hot oil modified finish onto a cold floor .
Applying finish to a hot floor.
Overworking finish during application.
Air movement across the floor that dries bubbles into place before they can flow out.
Floor not screened or sufficiently cleaned between coats of finish.
CURE: Problems in the topmost finish coat can be screened and recoated .
While cases of delamination require complete sanding and refinishing .
Cover windows during application to prevent hot spots on the floor .
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