[header] How to polyurethane a floor [title] Choose water-based polyurethane for a faster drying time. [step] Water-based polyurethane looks milky in the can but dries to a clear finish. It also has a low odor and dries more quickly than oil-based polyurethane.
If you're hoping to complete this project in one day, water-based polyurethane is the way to go. [title] Select oil-based polyurethane to add a deeper hue to the existing wood.