Can maple floors be stained dark?

Can maple floors be stained dark?

Since maple is so dense, you need to open up the grain as much as possible. Note that water popping the wood will cause the stain or dye to be darker than what you might realize.

Should I stain my floors dark or light?

Because lighter makes your space look larger, natural can be a great option for smaller homes and condos/co-ops and town houses, especially those with less light. On the other hand, if your floors have a lot of imperfections or stains, a darker stain may make your floors look better.

What is the best finish for a maple floor?

Our opinion – we always recommend oil-based poly for protecting all species of hardwood floors. We strongly believe that oil-based finishes are the best bang for your buck. It’s cheaper than water-based products and will last 10 times longer.

Does maple hardwood stain well?

Yes, Maple stain well. But staining maple is difficult without blotches because of its dense and tight grain structure. Stains don’t soak into the maple mostly and absorb stain unevenly. Therefore, achieving a uniform stain on maple is a problem for even experienced finishes since it’s a tightly pored wood.

What kind of stain do you use on maple?

The best solution for the do-it-yourself finisher is to avoid using stains on the problem woods and use a Wood Dye instead. Because maple has such tight grain, pigment type stains don’t soak into the wood, except where there is a spot with more open grain. Try using dyes, such as TransTint or Transfast.

Do dark or light floors make a room look bigger?

You may be surprised to learn that dark wood flooring can help to make your room look bigger too. Darker flooring offers an inviting feel and opens up a space. Whether you choose rich colours or softer dark colours, they both have their advantages when it comes to expanding the appearance of a room.

What stain looks good on maple wood?

Best Stain for Maple Comparison Table

What stain colors look good on maple?

Hard Maple Stain Color Options

• Natural.
• Golden Oak.
• Country Pine.
• Cinnamon.
• Traditional Cherry.
• Traditional Mahogany.
• American Walnut.