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Restoration Protocol: Chips & Gouges

Chips & Gouges Protocol

Chips and gouges remove material, so the repair usually needs rebuilding first, then sanding, color matching, and finish protection.
Chips and gouges summary

Problem Summary

Chips, missing wood, or deeper surface damage where the floor edge has been broken away.

Step-by-step repair

Step 1 Clean and inspect

Step 1: Clean and inspect the damage

Remove loose debris and check whether the missing section is stable enough for cosmetic repair.

Checkpoint: the edge should be clean and stable before rebuilding.
Step 2 Build the missing shape

Step 2: Build the missing shape

Use compatible filler to rebuild the damaged zone and let it cure completely.

Checkpoint: the fill should cure firm and hold the rebuilt edge shape.
Step 3 Sand the repair flush

Step 3: Sand the repair flush

Sand the patch smooth so it blends with the surrounding floor surface.

Checkpoint: the patch should feel level and even before color matching.
Step 4 Match the floor color

Step 4: Match the floor color

Use the ArtisanLabFix color matching workflow to blend the rebuilt area.

Checkpoint: the dry sample should blend without a strong halo or patch edge.
Step 5 Seal and protect

Step 5: Seal and protect

Use a thin compatible clear finish to protect the repaired spot and restore sheen.

Checkpoint: the finish should cure evenly without tacky spots or sheen mismatch.

What you usually need

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If the chip is large, deep, or affects an edge that keeps breaking away, the repair may be better handled professionally.