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Water Damage Restoration Tips
Wed 09 Dec 2009 - 15:46
Water Damage Restoration Tips
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jorge_Quintana]Jorge Quintana
Water damage is a significant risk which faces all homeowners. Damage from water can be caused from a leaking roof, leaking sink, cracked windows, unsealed door, or even a small spill. Damage from water can cause significant mold damage and other health hazards over time, if the water damage issue is not restored immediately and effectively. Water damage can ruin dry wall, carpet, and many other household items. This article will give you tips on water damaged hardwood floor restoration.
The first step in hardwood floor water damage restoration is to completely dry the stained area. If water is standing, after mopping, you may need to wait a few days to ensure that the area is completely dry.
The next step is to tape the damaged area off with painters tape, and then remove any surface finish with sandpaper. Be sure to sand just to the edges of the damaged boards. Then apply a mixture of oxalic acid crystals and water to the damaged boards. After the mixture dries, you will want to remove any remaining residue. If the stain has not been completely removed, you may want to reapply the mixture.
Once the stain has been completely removed, you will want to reapply the finish to the floor. Be sure that you pick the correct stain, as an incorrect stain will stand out against the rest of the floor.
If your hardwood floors are mold damaged, and beyond repair, you may need to completely remove some or all of the damaged floor boards. [http://www.waterdamagerestorationinfo.com/water-damage-restoration-cleans-and-repairs-the-effects-of-water-damage/]Water restoration cleans and restores things from the onset of flooding. [http://www.waterdamagerestorationinfo.com/water-damage-restoration-services-remove-mold/]Water damage mold is eliminated completely.
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