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Our Refinishing Process

Crafted with Precision. Delivered with Care.

Every floor we refinish follows a meticulous, proven process designed to protect your home and deliver stunning, long-lasting results.

Home Protection First

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We begin by safeguarding your home:

  • Drop cloths are placed along all pathways and equipment staging areas.
  • Plastic barriers are installed where needed.
  • Our high-powered central dust containment system, along with additional vacuums, is used throughout the job to minimize airborne dust.

Thoughtful Rough Sanding Begins

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We begin by safeguarding your home:

  • We always start with the highest appropriate grit to preserve as much wood as possible and extend the life of your floors:
  • Typically 40 grit on the belt sander, and 60 grit on our variable-speed FG Taifun edger.
  • This step removes the old finish, surface scratches, and imperfections while beginning to flatten the floor.
  • We vacuum thoroughly between every grit and step to maintain a clean worksite.
Note: Every floor is unique. We carefully assess its condition and adjust the sanding approach to meet its specific needs.

Filling Every Imperfection

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Row By Row

Once the floor is clean and flat, we go row by row, filling gaps and surface imperfections with wood filler to ensure nothing is overlooked.

Sample Creation

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We prepare a designated area of the floor for stain and/or finish samples, allowing you to choose the perfect final look with confidence.

The Art of the Sanding Sequence

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This is our medium sanding step, performed with care and precision:

  • We never skip more than one grit, allowing for an even scratch pattern and proper surface refinement.
  • Typically, 60 grit on the belt sander and 80 grit on the edger.
  • This stage removes excess filler and the coarser scratches introduced during the rough sanding phase.

Flattening with Precision

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This step begins our fine sanding process and defines our craftsmanship:

  • We use our heavy-duty FG Discus planetary sander with 80 grit to refine the surface.
  • We work methodically—typically about 4 hours per 1,000 sq. ft.—to ensure flatness across the entire floor.
  • The floor is carefully inspected on hands and knees for flawless results.

The Finishing Touches

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Every detail matters:

  • We hand scrape every corner and palm sand all perimeters.
  • Then we complete a final pass with the FG Discus using 120 grit (approx. 2 hours per 1,000 sq. ft.).
  • For certain species—especially maple—we sand to a higher grit and use our FG Schwabbel square buffer to refine the scratch pattern.
  • For added texture and character, we offer wire brushing with our FG Blitz machine, which beautifully accentuates the wood’s natural grain.

Meticulous Final Cleanup

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Before applying any finish, we hand-wipe all surrounding surfaces—including windowsills, doorframes, walls, kitchen counters, cabinets, and adjacent areas—to ensure your home is spotless and cared for.

Ready for Stain or Finish

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Your chosen aesthetic, expertly applied:

  • If staining, we water-pop the wood to open the grain for even absorption.
  • If going natural, we apply a premium water-based polyurethane for a clean, long-lasting finish.

The Final Result

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A beautifully refinished wood floor—durable, crafted with care, and designed to enhance your home for years to come.