On Wed, 3 Dec 2008 09:54:07 -0800 (PST), "
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On Dec 3, 11:20?am, Greg wrote:
Hi - I'm considering using a water-based polyurethane to finish a
newly installed wide pine floor... ?Mostly to avoid the odor (etc)
from the oil based product. ?Does anyone have experience with the
water-based product on a pine floor? ?How well does it stand up? ?Are
there any major drawbacks?

thanks,

Greg

if it ever gets wet it will soften a little. for that reason oil based
poly is better, and i believe harder too

The waterbased finishes have the advantage of low odor, easy cleanup,
and not flammable. The oil-based finishes are better in the long run,
but you need set up some kind of cross ventilation. "Varathane" is a
very good product for wooden floors.