When Should I Have My Floor Refinished?

Most consumers seek a total refinish when worn or bare spots begin to appear, or scratching has become too much to handle. In some cases a color change is desired, or many just may want to change the sheen level of the finish, or convert from a waxed finish to a less troublesome maintenance type finish.

When to have the work done depends on your expectations. While most people can live with the everyday abuse wood floors get as scratches, dings, and dents lead to adding character, others prefer that sleek contemporary look. In that case, refinishing every five years may suit your needs.

How Do I Know If The Floors Can Be Refinished?

One key in determining how many times the floor has been refinished would be to look at the wear layer that is left on the flooring itself. The wear layer is the area above the tongue and groove. There have been different thicknesses of hardwood flooring milled over the years and their wear layers are different. To check for the current thickness, one place to look would be around removable heating register vents.

What Happens When We Refinish My Floors? Dust?

Have you dreaded refinishing your hardwood floors for fear that the process is all about dust?

Does the thought of removing curtains, clothing, valuables, etc discourage you from the idea of refinishing your hardwood floors?

If you answered Yes to either of these questions, let  me introduce you to our Dust Containment System by BonaKemi.

A Tradition Floors cares about your indoor air quality and have invested in dust containment system.

What is Dust Containment System?

Dust Conainment System is a complete dust free sanding system that utilizes high powered vacuums attached to the sanding equipment eliminating the dust and toxins usually associated with traditional sanding systems.   A 2-inch hose connects the sander, edger and buffer to the vacuum system.   This system is a powerful system, providing evacuation of the airborne dust that is generated from the sanding process. 

Some of the advantages of utilizing  Dust Containment System in your home are:

* No ineffective dust covers required
* No release of airborne plastics, toxins, allergens or debris.
* Time saving and efficient
* No saturation of curtains, carpet, clothing, furnishing, etc
* No settlement or damage to HVAC systems (ducts or main unit).
* No required removal of curtains, blinds, clothing, or wall decorations
* No staining of expensive wall coverings or faux finishes.

 GREENGUARD certified for indoor air quality.

 Others may just have a bag attached to their sanding equipment which is not considered a good way to keep airborne dust out of your house.

Poor dust control may also have an effect on the final appearance of your hardwood floors, not to mention everyday health.

When Is It Safe To Move Furniture Back In?

Some finishes will take longer to cure, but friendlier water based finishes will take the least amount of time. Conditions can vary and depends on relative humidity within the home or conditions outside if you want to speed up the odor removal with an open house. A Tradition Floors can better evaluate when it is safe to do so. You may also want to ask us about area rugs and when it is safe to use them.

Refinishing hardwood floors can dramatically improve the look and longevity of a hardwood surface. But refinishing hardwood floors without the proper equipment and knowledge can cause damage.  If your existing hardwood flooring looks a little tired, protect your investment and contact  A Tradition Floors for more information on refinishing hardwood flooring, or to schedule a free in-home consultation.

If wear is concentrated in one area, you may be able to replace a small section of your floor. In other cases, a full sand and refinish will be the best choice. One alternative is screening, a process that removes the top layer of polyurethane and replaces it with a new coat. 

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Hardwood Floor Contractor Sales & Installation, Hardwood Flooring Refinishing & Restoring, Laminate Floors including Stairs & Risers. Serving Sacramento CA, and the surrounding areas including: Roseville, El Dorado Hills, Davis, Placerville, Folsom, Granite Bay, Arden Park, Sierra Oaks.