Question 1

How long does it take to install and finish solid hardwood flooring?

Accepted Answer

Because solid hardwood flooring is a natural species, it is important that the floor you select is stored your (in was missing this line) home in the area that it’s going to be installed for pre-acclimation. This process will take approximately one week or until an accurate moisture reading is recorded. The installation itself will take 1 to 2 days depending on the scope of the job. Once the floors are installed, the floor will need to post-acclimate for approximately two weeks prior to sanding. This will allow the floor to expand without causing any cupping damage to the floor. Once full acclimation is complete, the floors are now ready to be sanded and finished. The finish process takes about four to five days.

Question 2

What if my hardwood floors are currently covered with carpet, tile or vinyl?"

Accepted Answer

We will remove and dispose of any existing textiles that may be covering your existing hardwood floors, as well as prep the exposed hardwood floor for restoration.

Question 3

Will I need to move my furniture?

Accepted Answer

Although we do not move furniture, we can provide the service of moving your furniture for an additional cost.

Question 4

Where do I store my furniture?

Accepted Answer

Many clients utilize other parts of their home, rental moving trucks, such as U-haul, or a home delivery storage container.

Question 5

When can we put our area rugs back down on the floor?

Accepted Answer

We recommend that you not put your area rugs back down for three weeks after the job is complete. This allows ample time for the floor to cure.

Question 6

When can we walk on the floors?

Accepted Answer

Time is highly dependant on the type of finish that is being applied and the temperature of the rooms. On average, you can walk on the floors approximately 24 to 36 hours after the application of the third/last coast of finish.

Question 7

When can our pet walk on the floors?

Accepted Answer

Pets can walk on floors one to two days after finish is dry, depending on the size of the animal.

Question 8

How long does it take to cure the floors?

Accepted Answer

It will take approximately 2 to 3 weeks for oil-based finish to cure and one week for water based finish, depending on the weather conditions inside and outside the home.

Question 9

How long will the finish last?

Accepted Answer

The lifestyle of the home determines how long the finish will last. With regular maintenance cleaning, a floor finish can last several years. When the finish becomes dull there are several professional service maintenance methods, available to bring back the luster without refinishing.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions