Frequently Asked Questions
1st Question Answer
Hardwood floor refinishing is the process of sanding down the top layer of a hardwood floor and applying a new layer of finish. This process can remove scratches, stains, and other damage from the surface of the floor, and give it a fresh, new look. The whole surface needs to be sanded a few times with a different grate of sanding paper and buffed to achieve the perfect effects.
2nd Question Answer
The length of the refinishing process can vary depending on the size of the room or work area and the condition of the floor, but it typically takes about three to five days. This includes sanding, staining (if desired), and applying the finish coats. Different finish has different curing time, for example oil based finish requires at least 8h of cure time between coats in regular conditions and the water base is usually cured after 2 hours.
3rd Question Answer
Yes, you can stay in your home during the refinishing process, but it is important to keep in mind that there will be some noise and some dust. We take precautions to minimize the mess like securing the other area of the house by taping the foild and clean up thoroughly when the work is done, as well as use a vacuum with dust separator and special filters.
4th Question Answer
Yes, all furniture and other items need to be removed from the room before we start the refinishing process. We can help with this if needed, however usually it would have to be done earlier before we start refinishing, as we need to plan our time accordingly.
5th Question Answer
We use a variety of finishes depending on the customer’s preference and the condition of the floor. We apply both oil-based polyurethane and water-based finishes like bona, Loba WS EasyFinish and Glitsa, and can explain the difference between both. Each type of finish has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the best choice depends on your specific needs and preferences.
6th Question Answer
This can depend on the amount of foot traffic and wear and tear on the floors, but in general, hardwood floors should be refinished every 5-10 years to maintain their appearance and protect them from damage. It also depends on the amounts of sun that the floor gets hit by. If you have a skylight or big windows with
7th Question Answer
Yes, there may be some odor during the refinishing process due to the chemicals in the finish. However, we take steps to ventilate the area and minimize any unpleasant smells.
8th Question Answer
After the refinishing process is complete, it is important to avoid walking on the floors for at least 24 hours and to keep them dry for the first 48 hours. Once the finish has fully cured, you can clean the floors with a hardwood floor cleaner and avoid using any harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners. It’s also a good idea to place felt pads under furniture legs to avoid scratching the surface.
9th Question Answer
We use professional-grade sanding machines, edgers, and buffers to ensure a smooth and even finish. We also use dust containment systems to minimize the amount of dust produced during the sanding process, scrapers, and other tools needed to accomplish the work like hammer, craw bar, air compressor, nail gun, glue etc.
10th Question Answer
It’s important to wait at least 24 hours before walking on the newly refinished floor, and at least 48 hours before placing furniture or rugs on the surface. The finish will continue to cure and harden for several days after application, so it’s best to avoid heavy foot traffic during this time.
11th Question Answer
Yes, if you want to change the color of your hardwood floors, we can apply a new stain during the refinishing process. We can provide samples to help you choose the right color for your space. We can apply the new color on the small area of your existing floor to help you better envision how it will look.
12th Question Answer
We take precautions to protect your walls and baseboards during the refinishing process, but some minor scuffs or marks may occur. You will have to hire someone to touch up any areas that need attention to ensure a seamless finish or do it yourself.
13th Question Answer
Yes, we can refinish engineered hardwood floors, but the process is slightly different than refinishing solid hardwood floors. We will assess your floors and recommend the best approach for refinishing them. Usually you can refinish engineered floor up to 2 times, all depends on the amount of real wood in the engineered floor and the floor wear.
14th Question Answer
Refinishing will restore the natural beauty and shine of your hardwood floors, but it depends on the condition of the wood. If the wood is severely damaged or warped, refinishing may not be enough to make it look like new again, and you will have to install a new hardwood floor.
14th Question Answer
The cost of refinishing hardwood floors varies depending on several factors, including the size of the floor, the condition of the wood, the type of finish used, if there will be a stain used or not, if there are some woodwork to do like quarter rants; baseshoe; baseboards and the location of the job. On average, the cost ranges from $3 to $8 per square foot. However we are quite competitive and usually charge from $2-4 per sqft for sanding depends on the job complexity.
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Let’s refinish your hardwood floors with us! We are experts in hardwood floor refinishing at a reasonable price ($2-4 per sqft). We will refinish different kinds of floors like solid hardwood floors, install laminate flooring, engineering flooring installation, stairs refinishing, base shoe installation, quarter round installation, baseboard installation, and more…
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Refinishing: Hardwood Flooring, Sanding Wooden Floor, Buffing, Refreshing, Applying Stain and coats of Finish.
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Redoing Woodwork: Baseboards Installation, Base Shoe Installation, Quarter Round Installation, Redoing Sub-floor.
Hi, I’m Wojciech Puzniak
I started working on hardwood floors around 10 years ago. I’ve learned from the best flooring master and my friend Lester. He has been refinishing hardwood floors for over 40 years. He has shown me the correct way of doing things. Since then, I mastered the process myself and have done many different jobs.
If you are debating hiring me to refinish your hardwood floors, just look at the pictures of amazing floors I refinished. I consider this my passion, and I pay special attention to details while Sanding Hardwood Floors.
 The biggest flooring jobs that I’ve done and I’m proud of are:
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- Abraham Lincoln Funeral Train Car Floor Refinishing
- Northwestern University Flooring Job
- Home Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park, IL
- Multiple flooring jobs in Glenview, Deerfield, Northbrook, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Kildeer, Geneva, Winnetka
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Process of Refinishing Floors
Client Consultation
After receiving an inquiry for a free floor refinishing consultation, we will give you a call back to schedule a time to meet, find out more about the job scope and deliver the best solution for refinishing your hardwood floors.
Planning Hardwood Refinishing
Once we get all the details we will gather all materials needed to refinish your flooring and deliver all the tools needed to accomplish your flooring project.
Performing Floor Refinishing
After sending our trusted hardwood refinishing contractor to work on your floors, we will start on the start date and finish refinishing the hardwood floor on time. Our process allows us to minimize your inconvenience.
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We are on top of the newest floor refinishing trends, stain colors, and durable finishes. We use materials that will last for years, and while sanding hardwood floors, we ensure you are satisfied with its color. You will always see the finished effect before we apply it to the whole area.
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