{"id":2605,"date":"2022-09-09T13:11:48","date_gmt":"2022-09-09T17:11:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/?p=2605"},"modified":"2022-12-22T21:56:46","modified_gmt":"2022-12-23T02:56:46","slug":"burnt-plywood-flooring-how-to-diy-a-burned-plywood-floor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/burnt-plywood-flooring-how-to-diy-a-burned-plywood-floor\/","title":{"rendered":"Burnt Plywood Flooring \u2013 How to DIY a Burned Plywood Floor?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the cheapest and best-looking techniques for enhancing the appearance of plywood is to torch it. The process of making burnt plywood flooring will transform bland-looking plywood into a beautiful-looking floor that\u2019s completely custom and unique.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Plywood is a cheap flooring option, especially when you compare it side by side with traditional flooring options like hardwood or tile. Combine the low cost of plywood with the incredible results you get with this technique and you\u2019ve got yourself a winning combination for anyone looking for a unique DIY floor.<\/p>\n<p>This technique is fairly simple to actually do, and you can get gorgeous-looking burnt plywood flooring with just some basic supplies available at your local hardware store.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump To:<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65c8ee5be2d77\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65c8ee5be2d77\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/burnt-plywood-flooring-how-to-diy-a-burned-plywood-floor\/#Tools_Materials\" title=\"Tools &amp; 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Materials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Propane-Flamethrower-Trigger-Igniter-Charcoal\/dp\/B093BW4GMY?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homeimprovementscout-20&amp;linkId=2e6e697a8f7298b417ffa9de77ce7e72&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blowtorch extension for propane tank<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Lighter<\/li>\n<li>Propane tank<\/li>\n<li>Wrench<\/li>\n<li>Wood stain<\/li>\n<li>Paint roller<\/li>\n<li>Sander and sandpaper<\/li>\n<li>Wood stain (optional)<\/li>\n<li>Polyurethane varnish<\/li>\n<li>Fire extinguisher<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Burnt_Plywood_Flooring_%E2%80%93_How_to_Guide\"><\/span><strong>Burnt Plywood Flooring \u2013 How to Guide<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Burning wood to enhance its appearance is nothing new \u2013 in fact, it dates back to the ancient Japanese practice known as <a href=\"https:\/\/us.kebony.com\/blog\/shou-sugi-ban-6-reasons-why-shou-sugi-ban-is-the-hottest-trend-in-architecture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shou Sugi Ban<\/a> \u2013 which is a process used on exterior siding to preserve wood by charring it with fire.<\/p>\n<p>The process of burning the wood acts to preserve it while allowing the wood grain to come through at the same time. It will greatly <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-make-plywood-look-good\/\">enhance the appearance of your plywood<\/a> and is one of the most unique ways to do so.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also less complicated than it looks, and is quite cathartic to actually do.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Prepare_to_Burn_the_Ply\"><\/span><strong>Step 1: Prepare to Burn the Ply<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The first thing you should do is prepare everything you need to start burning the floor.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure you have a working fire extinguisher nearby at all times. You probably won\u2019t need it, but it pays to have one on hand anyway. A bucket full of water and some sponges is also a good idea, as this will allow you to quickly stop the burning process if a section is getting too burnt for your liking.<\/p>\n<p>The plywood can be burned once it&#8217;s already in place and installed, or it can be done separately beforehand. It\u2019s easier to do beforehand in many cases, as hitting the edges of the floor without burning the trim is easier.<\/p>\n<p>There are a number of tools you can use for burning the wood, but one that works well and is readily available is a <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-hook-up-a-propane-tank-to-grill\/\">propane tank<\/a> with a blowtorch attachment. These blowtorches are easy to work with, and the flame can be adjusted easily to your preference.<\/p>\n<p>Attach the blowtorch to your propane tank, and tighten it with your wrench to make sure it\u2019s completely tight and sealed.<\/p>\n<p>You can also use a smaller mini-torch used for soldering copper piping, but these will take significantly longer due to their small size.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Sand_the_Surface\"><\/span><strong>Step 2: Sand the Surface<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Next, you\u2019ll want to sand the surface of the plywood. This is only necessary if you\u2019re using lower quality plywood like C or D-rated stuff. If you\u2019re using A-grade, then it should be smooth and pre-sanded from the store, so sanding won\u2019t be necessary.<\/p>\n<p>Use a power sander with 180-grit to 220-grit sandpaper, and sand the entire top surface down carefully. When working with plywood it\u2019s important to remember that it\u2019s comprised of thin veneers sandwiched and glued together.<\/p>\n<p>If you overdo it with the sanding, you can actually wear through one layer and work your way through to the next. You want to avoid this in order to prevent wasting a section of plywood.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Start_the_Burn\"><\/span><strong>Step 3: Start the Burn<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Next up, it\u2019s time to start burning things!<\/p>\n<p>Set your torch to a low flame setting \u2013 as you don\u2019t want to overdo it \u2013 and then begin making passes over the plywood.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s best to go with multiple light passes than heavy burning right off the bat. You can always darken it by increasing the number of passes, but there\u2019s no way to go back and lighten it once you\u2019ve burnt it.<\/p>\n<p>The burning process will raise the wood grain, making it more aesthetically appealing. If you overdo it, you\u2019ll hide the wood grain, and it\u2019ll look like a burnt mess.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Sand_and_Prepare_to_Seal\"><\/span><strong>Step 4: Sand and Prepare to Seal\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve got the ideal-looking burned finish, it\u2019s time to move on to sealing it with a polyurethane finish to seal and preserve it.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a good idea to sand the surface before applying any sort of polyurethane coating. This will knock down the wood grain and remove any imperfections caused during the burning.<\/p>\n<p>Sand the surface using a power sander and then clean it thoroughly. Vacuum up any small particles, and then wash the entire surface down with a mop and bucket.<\/p>\n<p>You can also be lazy and skip this step, but if you\u2019re looking for the best-looking finish I\u2019d recommend sanding.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Stain_Optional\"><\/span><strong>Step 5: Stain (Optional)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This isn\u2019t necessary if you&#8217;re happy with the appearance of your plywood, but stain will give you nearly unlimited options for customizing the look of your floor.<\/p>\n<p>Stain the floor using a wood stain and a paint roller. This won\u2019t take very long and, in my experience, it greatly enhances the look of your finished floor.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Apply_Polyurethane_Coating\"><\/span><strong>Step 6: Apply Polyurethane Coating<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After your stain has had the time to dry completely, you\u2019ll want to seal the plywood with a coat of polyurethane. As you&#8217;re building flooring, which will have a lot of foot traffic over it, you\u2019ll want to seal it with a few good poly coats.<\/p>\n<p>Polyurethane will not only increase the durability of the flooring, but it\u2019ll create a nice shiny appearance. High gloss poly will give you a nice shiny appearance, but it will also highlight any imperfections in the plywood.<\/p>\n<p>A satin polyurethane will still provide the same level of effective coating, but it doesn\u2019t have the downside of highlighting imperfections.<\/p>\n<p>Apply several coats of polyurethane while letting it dry completely in between. There are poly coats that require sanding in between, and there are products that don\u2019t. Personally, I\u2019d go with a product that doesn\u2019t require sanding, as this will save you a lot of headaches and labor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the cheapest and best-looking techniques for enhancing the appearance of plywood is to torch it. 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