I recently had my cherry floors sanded and finished with an oil-based finish. The contractor did a terrible job leaving what appears to be streaks and globs of finish in many areas. There are small gaps between the boards and I am concerned about water getting in there and ruining my floor. He agreed to put down a water-based finish after the oil-based finish cured.

I am a consumer - not a flooring gal! What procedure should he follow to ensure that he is not simply putting a band-aid on top of a severely bleeding wound? I am sure that there is a proper method of doing this and I want to hold him accountable. Any input would be greatly appreciated as I don't want him taking advantage of the "poor, helpless female"!

you can out waterbase over oil base by doing just that..watit til cured then follow normal recoat procedures. not sure why its being done.but it can be

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no need for the helpless female card..your just as helpless as any consumer who desont know the procedures.

Thanks for your reply. Does the floor need a light sanding prior to application?

yes it does..and it should be fine grit screen or paper 120 -150..otherwise rings may show through the finish..assuming there was 3 coats applied already..