# How to Calculate How Much Sealer Is Needed for a Wood Floor
Wood floors are susceptible to moisture, and too much water causes the boards to warp and possibly rot. Sealing the floors helps negate that problem. The sealer coats the wood so water can't seep through it. The sealer also makes the wood easier to clean, because dirt and debris that builds up on the sealer can be quickly wiped off instead of it embedding into the wood. Wood floors need to be resealed every few years, and calculating how much sealer you need prevents you from running out of sealer or wasting money.
Things You'll Need
- Tape measure
- Calculator
Instructions
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Measure the square footage of the room in feet with a tape measure. Multiply the length by the width of the room with a calculator to determine the total square footage you need to cover with the sealer.
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Examine the bucket of the sealer you wish to use. Each container tells you how much square footage each bucket is intended for. This lets you know how many buckets of sealer you need for your floor. This varies by brand.
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Multiply the number of buckets you need for one coat by the number of sealer coats you want on the floor. You'll usually want at least two coats of sealer on the floor for best results.
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