What color should I stain my Brazilian cherry floors?
Tara Wilson try this stain color on your floor to see if you like it. 50/50 Jacobean stain/classic gray water popped Duraseal. To cancel out the red in Brazilian Cherry and make it easier to decorate you need to go to a darker color with more green undertones.
Are Brazilian cherry hardwood floors out of style?
Brazilian Cherry floors were extremely popular 8 to 10 years, but now these floors have become a bit dated as red floors are out of style, and often don’t match the rest of your hardwood flooring.
How can I cancel out the Red in Brazilian cherry?
To cancel out the red in Brazilian Cherry and make it easier to decorate you need to go to a darker color with more green undertones. Your floors won’t be green but will dilute the red in the floors.
Should I Keep my Cherry floors?
While the cherry floors are in good shape, we're not sure about keeping them only because I think red floors are a challenge to decorate/work with over wood colored floors. So, we're wondering the following:
Can you change the color of Brazilian cherry floors?
0:203:34Change the Color of Brazilian Cherry Floors - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipWe can go lighter. Or we can go darker darker is pretty easy. So if you have a Brazilian cherryMoreWe can go lighter. Or we can go darker darker is pretty easy. So if you have a Brazilian cherry floor. We can stain it this is a coffee brown stain on it. And as you can see it.
How do you darken Brazilian cherry floors?
0:292:13Brazilian Cherry Floors Look Great Stained Dark - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd then we use the duracell stain colors on top of it and we've got even deeper darker colors thatMoreAnd then we use the duracell stain colors on top of it and we've got even deeper darker colors that are hiding the grain in it and as you can see that last one over there that's a true black stain.
How do I lighten my Brazilian cherry hardwood floor?
0:223:28Bleaching the Red out of Brazilian Cherry Wood Floors-Duffy FloorsYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipUp here we have a water-based polyurethane down there and this was just on the raw wood. Here downMoreUp here we have a water-based polyurethane down there and this was just on the raw wood. Here down below I've bleached the wood with a certain procedure we use for a couple of different bleaches.
Can Brazilian hardwood be stained?
The wood is used for furniture, cabinetry and flooring. Brazilian cherry can range from orange-brown to deep burgundy-red. The extremely hard wood can be difficult to cut, plane or nail. But with proper preparation, staining can enhance the wood's rich tones and fine grain.
How long does it take for Brazilian cherry to darken?
But, over time, they will get darker and redder. Most of this darkening happens over the first 6 months. For this reason, it's best to wait 6 months before placing area rugs on the floors.
Can I stain cherry wood gray?
For cherry that will be some tone of very thin blue. If you bleach first to get the wood as light as possible you will introduce some yellow into the color and will need to explore the violet shades. Make the stain very thin and apply slowly until you get gray. Then you can seal and tone to get an exact color match.
Can dark wood floors be stained lighter?
The answer is usually YES! Many homeowners don't realize that you can change the color of hardwood flooring when you refinish your floors. Yes, it's true…you can go light or dark or red tones or anywhere in between. Most are pleasantly surprised it doesn't matter if you are going light to dark or vice versa.
What colors go well with Brazilian cherry floors?
Light blues will give a lot of contrast, but darker blues can also look nice. Terra cotta shades downplay the reddish hues, and light grays and tans also look good with darker wood. You can always paint the walls white for a crisp, clean look.
Can cherry hardwood floors be refinished?
Refinishing Brazilian cherry floors involves the same process as refinishing any other hardwood floor. We sand down the wood several times, leaving us with perfectly smooth raw wood.
Can you stain American cherry floors?
If you have cherry hardwood flooring, it is recommended to refrain from staining the wood. Both of these wood species have a beautiful natural look and the grain of the wood might not receive staining well.
How can I change the color of my hardwood floors?
To paint your hardwood floors:Sand the surface of your floors with sandpaper.Clean the floor of any dust or debris.Using a brush or roller, apply a thin first coat of paint. ... Allow 24 to 48 hours for the paint to dry.Sand the painted surface with sandpaper.More items...
How hard is Brazilian Cherry hardwood flooring?
Though the wood of many hardwood trees is not necessarily hard, the wood of the Brazilian cherry is famously hard. It has a rating of 5.6 on the Brinell scale and 10,500 on the Janka scale, which means it is considerably harder than white or red oak. Its hardness helps it resist dings and scratches.
Does Brazilian cherry darken?
That's right, Brazilian Cherry is extremely light-sensitive and in its freshly milled condition will appear in color ranges from salmon to blond, but as it is exposed to light it will rapidly change to either burgundy or a dark brown color (as demonstrated in the picture to the left).
Does Jatoba hardwood change color?
Jatoba is another wood that will change color after it is milled. Initially the wood is quite light in color and over time it darkens into a deep red. Eventually, like all wood in exterior situations, it will gray in sunlight unless regularly treated.
Can you stain American cherry floors?
If you have cherry hardwood flooring, it is recommended to refrain from staining the wood. Both of these wood species have a beautiful natural look and the grain of the wood might not receive staining well.
How can I change the color of my hardwood floors?
To paint your hardwood floors:Sand the surface of your floors with sandpaper.Clean the floor of any dust or debris.Using a brush or roller, apply a thin first coat of paint. ... Allow 24 to 48 hours for the paint to dry.Sand the painted surface with sandpaper.More items...
What color was the Brazilian cherry in the 2000s?
Looking back at the early 2000’s, people absolutely loved the Brazilian Red Cherry color options along with similar red toned hardwood floors.
What happens if you put a film finish on top?
If you add a film finish on top then that involves more steps like sealer that blocks any tannins or that’s going to pull any color from underneath.
Does bleaching remove pigment?
This method of bleaching removes pigment from the surface. Now of course this depends on the strength of the bleaching.
Can you replace Brazilian cherry floors with new wood?
Brazilian and American Cherry are higher end products, so naturally we don’t want to rip them out and replace them with completely new wood floors. We probably like the look and feel of this hardwood, but the color needs to be refreshed and modernized, or just match the new furniture or walls of your house.
Can you go lighter with a red stain?
Maybe you want a one-of-a-kind custom color such as a grey? Or in this case you can go lighter with the stain or refinish. The lighter stain options largely depend on how much of the red tone we want to eliminate.
Can you dye wood red?
We can use dye or PreTone (made by Loba ). It’s not water soluble so if water spills the wood won’t reactivate the red color.
Can you change the color of a floor instead of replacing it?
Instead of replacing the floors, we can change the color to lighter tones.
How to cancel out red in Brazilian cherry?
To cancel out the red in Brazilian Cherry and make it easier to decorate you need to go to a darker color with more green undertones. Your floors won’t be green but will dilute the red in the floors.
How long does it take for a refinished wood to darken?
It's always a beautiful light color right after being refinished. It will darken within a couple months, don't worry!
Is cherry wood flooring beautiful?
Cherry floors are beautiful. What about painting the cabinets instead?
Can you stain ebony floors?
I highly, highly advise against staining them. I tried twice with two different fnishes and it simply doesn't work. We did Ebony in a matte finish and it looked ok at first, but turns a deep, deep red/black over time, but the worst part is that you literally can't walk on it with barefeet, dogs, etc. because it immediately gets cloudy, leaves tracks, etc. We finally ripped them out and put in white oak floors. I've never had more joy than when I saw those floors getting ripped out. I know it is a pain, but you will never regret getting rid of them and putting in the oak. Plus you'll get your money back down the road by having no cherry and having your floors uniform throughout.
Can Brazilian Cherry Floors Be Stained Espresso?
I have a 3 year old condo with a potential buyer who wants the floors to be a darker espresso brown color rather than the current reddish brown color that they are. B/c floors are going to be re-sanded and re-stained anyway, she asked whether they can be stained darker to achieve more of an espresso color.
Comments (3)
Brazilian Cherry Wide Plank Floors stained Ebony for you to look at and show your potential buyer. I am sorry that I never stained hardwood floors before but I know it can be done and I did read that you can stain Brazilian Cherry floors. I am not sure of the stain color used in this picture.
What is the best polyurethane for Brazilian cherry hardwood floors?
When you use a water based polyurethane, such as Bona Traffic HD, you can significantly lighten the redness of your Brazilian Cherry (or American Cherry) hardwood floors. Bona Traffic HD is the best water-based poly, and since it’s water borne, it’s lighter than oil based poly and it doesn’t darken or yellow so much.
How to get rid of red on Brazilian cherry?
(And, the less you’ll see the graining within each board). 2. Bleach the hardwood first. The 2nd way to get rid of the red in Brazilian Cherry is to bleach the floors.
What is the best stain to hide redness?
First, the easier way to eliminate and drown out the redness is Brazilian Cherry (or Mahogany or American cherry) is to simply use a darker stain to camouflage the redness. In general, the darker you go, the less red you’ll see. Among the semi transparent stains (or normal stains), we have found that Dark Walnut made by Duraseal comes out ...
Why do Brazilian cherry woods react with sealer?
Why? Because Brazilian Cherry and other exotic hardwood are oily.and these oils react with the sealer. Here are two pictures that someone texted me a few days ago where there was a reaction with the sealer.
What is the best stain for red floors?
If you are looking to darker and hide the red even more, then, I’d suggest a new stain called True Black. Unlike the standard stains, this one is more opaque and darker, so it will hide the red more, as well as hide the graining more (and make the floors darker…obviously).
Does bleaching a floor make it red?
When you bleach the floors, you are starting with a fresh color palette and drowning out the red. When you do this, it will give you much more flexibility in stain colors (including going mid to lighter). Now, I do want to caveat that the bleach will not completely drown out the red. It will just majorly cut it down.
Do you need a sealer when sanding Brazilian hardwood?
Important tips when sanding Brazilian hardwood and other exotic species. 1. Do not use a sealer. This is a common mistake made by refinishers, especially ones that that aren’t flooring experts or ones that have little experience with exotic hardwoods.
What is the number to sand Brazilian cherry floors?
If you live in Brentwood, Nashville, or the surrounding areas and have questions about updating Brazilian cherry floors (or sanding and finishing any type of hardwood floor) please call us at 615-416-9039 or email [email protected].
What is Brazilian cherry?
Brazilian cherry (real name: Jatoba) has an intense red tone compared to most other wood, especially when combined with the glossy finishes favored about 20 years ago. So how do we turn outdated red-toned Brazilian cherry into a more timeless floor that won't scream of your past mistakes?
Can you refinish Brazilian cherry wood?
Refinishing Brazilian cherry floors involves the same process as refinishing any other hardwood floor. We sand down the wood several times, leaving us with perfectly smooth raw wood. Brazilian cherry is actually a beautiful wood in and of itself and can work in almost any home, but how it's finished can dramatically alter its look.
What is Brazilian cherry wood?
Brazilian cherry is a fine-grained hardwood with a confusing name. Its rich tones resemble domestic cherry, but Brazilian cherry products are made from the Jatoba tree native to South America. The wood is used for furniture, cabinetry and flooring. Brazilian cherry can range from orange-brown to deep burgundy-red. The extremely hard wood can be difficult to cut, plane or nail. But with proper preparation, staining can enhance the wood’s rich tones and fine grain.
What color is Brazilian cherry?
Brazilian cherry can range from orange-brown to deep burgundy-red. The extremely hard wood can be difficult to cut, plane or nail. But with proper preparation, staining can enhance the wood’s rich tones and fine grain.
