damage and repair
Gouging and Over-Sanding – Removing Too Much Wood
A sanding defect where aggressive sanding leaves grooves, depressions, exposed nails, or a damaged wear layer.
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What it is
Gouging and over-sanding are sanding mistakes that remove too much wood or leave visible low spots in the floor.
Signs
- Deep grooves or depressions after sanding
- Exposed nail heads
- Thin or damaged veneer on engineered hardwood
- Wavy areas that show under light
How ReCoat handles it
When sanding is required, ReCoat uses controlled equipment, pressure, and grit progression. When sanding is not required, the Clean ReCoat Process can help preserve usable wood by restoring the finish without removing healthy material.
Why it matters
Every sanding removes part of the floor. Once too much wood or veneer is gone, the repair options become more limited and more expensive.