Can you spot finish older hardwood floors

Question

there are sections that have wood damage and are lighter than the other stained parts.  Can I spot finish or bleach these spots or do I have to do all the hardwood floors?

Cindy Hagemann · Answer

No - that will have to sanded out and restained and it probably won't come out completely.

Janice · Answer

Not likely will you be able to do this so it matches the rest of the wood after sanding the area well to get ready to restain. You might be able to sand a larger area, restain and try to 'feather' it out over a few inches, but it probably will show that the entire floor has not been redone. :(

Mary · Answer

Thank you Cindy and Janice. Not what I wanted to hear.

B. Enne · Answer

no expert here...Technically no, since it won't be a perfect match, but IMO it is worth a try for the size of the damage you have...at least to tide you over until you refinish the whole floor. It would also probably prevent further damage. I would personally hand sand lightly.