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Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Hardwood floors can really get dull looking over time. In fact, weathering is a natural part of the life cycle of any wooden floor. However, there is an easy way to make your floors look new again! Our floor refinishing process makes your floors look like they’ve just come off the manufacturing line. In many cases, our customers can also walk on their floors the same day we refinish them!
We’ll start by inspecting your home and making an accurate assessment of your existing hardwood floors. From there, we’ll create a plan to refinish your hardwoods in a manner that is affordable for you and produces a floor that is long-lasting, beautiful and easy to maintain.
Richard’s Carpet + Flooring is one of the leading hardwood floor refinishing companies in Minnesota. With over 20 years experience, we provide an affordable yet high quality service with FREE no obligation quotes.
Our Hardwood Floor Refinishing Process
Our goal is that you won’t even know we were there except for the fact your hardwood floors have been made to look new again! We do the process in 3 simple steps.
Step 1
Preparation
Refinishing your hardwood floors always starts with preparation. Before we start, we make sure the room is clean and free of all dust, debris, and anything else that might interfere with our refinishing project. We then inspect the floor for any loose, damaged, or defective boards. If any are found, they will be replaced or re-nailed before we begin sanding. The floor is then prepared and sheet plastic is applied for protection to the surrounding areas.
Step 2
Sanding
Sanding is the next step. First, we use a belt sander to remove the old finish. Then, using a finer grit sandpaper, we remove the sanding marks left by the belt sander. Finally, using a trowel, we force a filler into all the cracks and nail holes and other areas that might be damaged. The floor is now ready for painting or staining and once again, all dust, dirt and debris is removed.
Step 3
Staining and Coating
After sanding and cleaning once again, a coat of primer is applied with a paint roller. The primer is allowed to dry and then two coats of the desired color are applied with a roller. Once the 2nd coat has dried, the floor is given a good cleaning and all debris is removed. After this, three coats of clear topcoat are applied with a paint roller. The clear topcoat gives the floor a nice, glossy finish and protects the floor from the elements.
For some stains we use a slightly different procedure. We will “pop” the grain by generously applying a stain and allowing it to penetrate the wood. Once the stain is absorbed by the wood, we will use dust rags to remove any excess stain and get a perfect finish. The first coat will be lightest in color, allowing us to see the grain in the floor. The second and third coats will be darker in color, hiding the bare floor and producing a much richer appearance. Again, dust check, final inspection. The coating process takes about 2-3 days, depending on whether it’s an oil or water-based finish. We also check to make sure all the surfaces are clean, and remove any waste. Our goal is you won’t even know we were there, except for the fact your hardwood floor has been transformed to your specifications and expectations.
For over 45 years, our continued promise is to help you find the floor you’ve been looking for and deliver you the look & lifestyle upgrade that you and your family truly deserve.
We are the Twin Cities most trusted flooring experts for a reason. Because unlike others, we deliver on our promises and best of all, you get what you want – FAST.
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