Surfaces à-la-carte
To seal, oil or wax?
This is much less an ecological matter than a decision taken on individual priorities and preferences. But do keep in mind that you can decide to use water based sealants, oils or waxes from several manufacturers.




Either oiling / waxing
- Makes the wood’s appearance livelier.
- Usually gives a dull effect.
- Makes the refurbishment of local problem spots, such as door marks, simple.
- Requires somewhat more cleaning attentioan.


Or sealing
- Gives a silk-matt or shiny surface
- More resistant to dirt because of the closed lacquer layer, is hygienic and very simple to clean.
- Higher sensibility for scratches than oiled floors.
- Renovation (sanding and re-sealing) has to be done over the whole floor surface.
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