A clear lacquer adds a faint honey tone that gently deepens the natural colour of flooring, while modern “raw‑look” lacquers stay almost invisible if you prefer the freshly‑sanded look. Oils usually enrich grain contrast a little more, giving warmer, richer hues. If you’re concerned about darkening, we can apply a test patch in an out‑of‑sight corner so you can see the final shade before we proceed.