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refinished flooring-how long before resetting area rugs?

14 years ago

A friend just had floors refinished. She's not sure if they used oil or water based poly. 3 coats of it anyway. How long to wait before she can put back her area rugs with carpet pads (rubber) beneath? She has been told differing reports-everything from 72 hours to over 3 weeks.

TIA.

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glennsfc
14 years ago
Your friend should ask "they" the question and find out what product was applied.
dixiedoodle
Original Author
14 years ago
Get a grip. It was a simple question. I agree that her contractor should have told her, but he didn't and is away for the holidays.

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janewagner
14 years ago
While they may dry within 1-2 day, we were told for full curing wait a week before moving back furniture, and we're waiting at least a week before returning the area rug as well.

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