Proper hardwood refinishing takes years of training to truly master. When deciding on a wood flooring professional to refinish your hardwood floors, it’s important to consider that you get what you pay for. If you only focus on the price per square foot, you may be missing out on the best value for your money.
First sanding cut: we cross-cut all hardwood floors at an angle with our belt machine to make sure your floor is completely flat. This step is often skipped by companies looking to save time and cut corners on the job. A floor that is not cross-cut first will exhibit a slight wavy or rolling appearance.
Final sanding cuts: progressively finer grits of sandpaper are used on the final sanding cuts, ending with the appropriate grit for the stain or finish that will be applied. The floor is inspected to ensure there are no dig marks from the machine or edger and no soft grain dish-out from the buffer. When necessary, the Lagler Trio machine is used, depending on the wood species and board width of your floor.
Filling: we fill all nail holes, knot holes and cracks between boards. We use a wood filler that will match the color of the wood, adding dyes if necessary.
Finish: wood floor finishes vary in durability and price is a factor in quality. When comparing bids, it’s important to know the manufacturer and product name of the finish used. We will give you an objective recommendation on what finish to use based on the wood species, your lifestyle and your home’s décor.
Stain: we can custom blend a stain color for you on the jobsite. When staining a floor, samples are always applied to your floor so you have the opportunity to see how it looks in your home prior to making a final decision.
Dust collection: all sanders have integrated dust collection. In addition, we hang plastic to seal off kitchen cabinets and areas of your home without hardwood flooring. We vacuum all surfaces after the job is completed.
