How to oil wooden floor

A well-maintained wooden floor can transfer room into a warm, welcoming space at home. To ensure your wooden floors not only endure the test of time but continue to exude their natural beauty, oiling is a DIY-friendly and sustainable practice in maintaining wooden floors. Wooden floor oiling can be done easily by following Tikkurila Pontti floor oil application instructions.

Watch how-to video and step-by-step instructions of how to oil your wooden floor at home!

1. Preparations

1. Read product instructions carefully and collect all the tools needed. 
2. Take off floor trim or cover it with masking tape.
3. Clean the floor from dirt and grease. 

2. Sanding

1. Sand the surface. For large areas use sanding machine. 
2. Remove sanding dust. 

3. Oiling

1. Stir the floor oil thoroughly before applying. Apply oil to wooden board lengthwise, a few boards at a time. 
2. Remove the excess of oil with clean cloth until shiny spots are not visible. 
3. Oil all surfaces. Leave to dry according to product instructions. 

4. Polishing

Oil the floor with the second layer if needed. Polish floor when surface is dry. 

Enjoy the result!