Stain Bleed Back (Hardwood)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Stain bleed back is a finishing-related appearance condition in which liquid stain migrates back to the wood surface after initial application. The condition develops when stain penetrates into pores, seams, end grain, or other receptive areas and remains mobile beneath the surface during drying. Changes in environmental conditions or subsequent application of sealers or finishes may draw this undried material back to the surface, where it becomes visible as spots, smears, or

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