The importance of Refinishing Hardwood Floors.
- royalmastersfcs1
- Aug 25, 2024
- 5 min read
Updated: Oct 7, 2024
Hardwood Floors is one of the most regal flooring you can possibly have in a home or even a commercial space if you are alotted that opportunity of course. Its no matter of opinion but a fact that having hardwood floor in any space not only adds value to that property but it sort of gives you that good ole warm feeling making the whole space just feel grand. Hardwood flooring wether it be new or extremely old hardwood floor must and can be Refinished to bring them back to there glory.
What is Hardwood Floor?
Unlike other flooring type hardwood is made out of solid planks of wood meaning they always have some life back regardless of how the appearance is on the topical surface they can always be restored before ever having to replace them. It is extremely common for home owners to see their hardwood floors in a bit of disarray one might say, not to comfortable to look at, worn out, faded, scratched up, discolored and immediately think ",i have to replace my hardwood floors". Now heres the thing hardwood floors are initially made to be Refinished or Restored both have different steps but provide the same end goal in mind which is to give life back to your hardwood floors. Depending on the state of your floors it will determine what type of process will be needed to restore your hardwood floors. Lets take a closer look at just excactly what is the actual difference between a professional Hardwood Floor Screen and Recoat or Refinish, and what is a full Hardwood Floor Sanding Restoration.
It's extremely important to know the difference between the two because although both are meant to bring back life to your hardwood floors once again they are extremely different when it comes to the actual process of each one . A hardwood floor screen and recoat some may call it, others a hardwood floor sanding and a refinishing, a hardwood floor sanding and recoat, or a Hardwood Floor Refinishing. Whatever you choose to call it this process is a very cost efficient when it comes to adding spruce back into your hardwood floors. When performed correctly a hardwood floor refinishing is when we lightly abrade the old polyurethane on the hardwood floor prepping the floor for new polyurethane finish with a clarity of your choice.
What are the different sheen levels of hardwood floor polyurethane?
The clarity levels are high gloss which produces a long lasting high gloss sheen , semi gloss, satin finish for those who want that more natural sheen, last but not least there is even matte finish. To see videos of proper hardwood floor refinishing in San Antonio Tx check out some of our YouTube Videos
What is a Full Hardwood Floor Restoration or a Hardwood Floor Sanding and Restoration?
Now that we know what a hardwood floor refinishing is lets indulge into what a Full Hardwood Floor Restoration is which is a whole other beast of a service. This hardwood service should only be handled by a Hardwood Floor Specialist to achieve the best results and also the most important reason is because you never want to pay double to fix your hardwood floors. That is out the question. A full Hardwood Floor Restoration or a Hardwood Floor Sanding and Restoration is when one professionally sands the floor with different grits in different stages down to the raw wood. Exposing the hardwood floor to the pores prepping it for a choice of your color stain or you can always go natural. Last step which is the last and vital step is to apply expertly and finely like an artist painting their masterpiece the fast drying, low VOCs, long lasting once again your choice of sheen. You can see a professional hardwood floor restoration on our YouTube
Now how do we know which service we actually may need now that we know the difference between a hardwood floor refinishing and a full Hardwood Floor Restoration is. Lets see say if your solid hardwood planks are still in great standing, no rotting from water or pests, they are not welting, the color hasnt faded , no deep gouges exposing wood basically your floors are a great candidate for a professional Hardwood Floor screen and refinishing which is more then half the cost of a full Hardwood Floor Restoration. Now on the other hand if your floors have all those mentioned above then your floors though they may need a more indepth sanding and refinishing session once again your hardwood floors can be saved from having to replace them . If you are in need of Hardwood Floor Repair or Hardwood Floor Restoration that is always an option because of the durability of natural solid hardwood which are meant to last for ages when properly maintained. Whatever Hardwood Floor Refinishing Service you go with it definitely has its benefits from saving you time, money, and patience. Here are a few reasons to consider why you should Refinish your Hardwood Floors or Restore your Hardwood Floors before ever considering replacing them .
First Reason.
Refinishing can remove scratches and other damage, and create a fresh base for a new stain or paint color. You can also choose a finish and stain color that matches your decor and personal style. A stain color can be added to change your hardwood floors from light to dark or reverse only with a full Hardwood Restoration because in this service we expose the plank to its raw wood species leaving it exposed ready for its color or clarity.
Second Reason
Refinishing seals and protects your hardwood floor, making it more resistant to scratches, dents, and other damage. The sanding process also levels out minor irregularities and eliminates surface imperfections, creating a smoother, more durable surface. Depending on the Restoration process when performing a full Hardwood Restoration Sanding it is able to level out most cupped floors because of the more aggressive sanding process.
Third Reason
Home buyers may consider well-maintained hardwood floors an attractive feature, which could potentially increase your home's resale value.
Refinishing can also help keep pests away. Damaged floors can create crevices and craters that provide a welcoming home for pests like termites and ants. These pests can be dangerous and poisonous, and can cause more harm if left unresolved. It is always more beneficial to have your Hardwood Floors Refinished or Restored. Think about it you have to demo out your old floor, worry about finding a place to be at while they replace your floors, pay for that service, pick out your next floor you want installed, now you have to find a good trusted reliable flooring contractor that can put them in. Pay for that of course. Lets not forget you have to pay for your new flooring. Its just an avoidable head ache all together that can be a whole lot easier to hire a professional Hardwood Floor Specialist to see what options are available for your hardwood floors. So wether it be you have newly installed hardwood floors or original old hardwood floors you have options. If you would like to see Videos of each process to get a better indepth of each session
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