Wife and I bought a TLC/Fixer upper as our first house and have been slowly trying to remodel/improve it. Recently we've been successful in saving enough to redo the flooring in the kitchen and living area if we do it ourselves to save some labor costs. So...

She settled on white pine. What I need help with is the finishing process. What product do you recommend for floor finish and seal for white pine? Also, are there any tricks to laying white pine or anything I should keep in mind while trying to work with it? Please keep in mind I know NOTHING, use easy words and lots of explanations please. I'm assuming I'll need to rent a floor sander from somewhere too?

Believe, I know... I've already told her we should just save up enough to hire a professional... every time...

Thank you folks.


Tim