floorboards again

[tartufo]

can you re do the top layer of newly polished floor boards and change it from a gloss to a matt consistency??? without sanding?? or do i need to re do the whole process again?

[pauludall]

unfortunately the best bet is a floor sander

[tony1941]

If it's "polished" as in wax polish, then pauludall is dead right.  If it's just glossy varnish, then try a matt finish varnish over the top; you've got nothing to lose!

[brachiopod]

I'd agree with tony1941, if it's varnished, 'key' the surface by lightly rubbing down with fine grade wire wool (which should be done between coats anyway), then finish with a matt varnish (or satin for a semi-gloss finish).

[tartufo]

thanks!

[pixi]

hi tartufo mr p says if you de-nib (light sand) it first then you can use Ronseal Diamond Glaze straight over it, it comes in different sheen levels including a nice satin finish