Hardwood Floor Sanding & Refinishing
Love your hardwood floors but hate the scratches, dullness, or dated color? Our dustless refinishing service is the solution. We can erase decades of wear and tear, restoring your floors to their original beauty—or give them a completely new, modern look.
Our signature refinishing process uses state-of-the-art dust containment systems to keep your home clean while we work. We don’t just “buff” your floors; we perform a complete restoration.
- Dustless Sanding: We use powerful vacuums attached directly to our professional-grade sanders to capture the vast majority of airborne dust. We sand your entire floor down to the fresh, raw wood, completely removing the old finish, deep scratches, and most stains.
- Custom Staining: This is your chance to change your home’s entire look. We’ll apply stain samples directly to your sanded floor so you can see how they look in your home’s natural light. Whether you want a rich, dark espresso, a light and airy “natural” look, or a trendy gray, we’ll find the perfect color.
- Durable Topcoat Application: To protect your floor, we apply multiple coats of a premium, commercial-grade polyurethane finish. This clear topcoat provides maximum durability against scratches and spills and is available in your choice of sheen, from a modern matte to a classic semi-gloss.
Refinishing: Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really dustless?
We call it “dustless” because our sanding equipment is connected to high-powered HEPA vacuum systems that capture over 95% of the dust generated. While it’s not 100% dust-free (some fine dust may settle), it is a world of difference from traditional sanding. You will not come home to a cloud of dust or find your cabinets and furniture covered.
Do we have to move out of our house?
It depends. While the sanding process is clean, the finishes we use can have a strong odor (VOCs). We recommend staying elsewhere during the 2-3 days when the stain and polyurethane are being applied and are drying, especially if you are sensitive to smells. We also offer low-VOC water-based finishes that have a much milder odor and dry faster.
How long does the refinishing process take?
A typical project (e.g., 800-1500 sq. ft.) takes about 3 to 5 days.
- Day 1: Sanding
- Day 2: Staining & First Coat of Finish
- Day 3: Buffing & Second Coat of Finish
- Day 4: Final Coat (if needed)
When can we walk on the floors and put furniture back?
- Walking (in socks): You can typically walk on the floor 24 hours after the final coat.
- Furniture: You can place furniture back 72 hours after the final coat. Do not drag furniture; it must be lifted.
- Area Rugs: You must wait 1-2 weeks for the finish to fully cure before placing any area rugs.
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They did a great job installing lvp flooring in our rental property basement apartment. They communicated clearly with our tenants and got the job done efficiently. Prices were fair.
Geir Jonsson
November 13, 2023Northwest Hardwood Flooring refinished the original fir flooring in our home, which is well over 100 years old. They did an amazing job and our floors look great. They were efficient, professional, and easy to work with.
Eva Weber
October 7, 2022We highly recommend Northwest Hardwood Flooring. We contacted Andy for a bid and he was out the next day with a reasonable bid. Andy and his crew ( Ryan, Sam, Dan ) removed old carpet and installed new oak flooring with inlay in our dinning room and living room. The whole project took less than a week to finish and is absolutely Beautiful.
Lisa Marlatt
January 5, 2021 -
Andy and his team did a terrific job refinishing our old, well-worn, and much loved spruce floors. The crew were skilled and professional, and they worked efficiently and effectively to get the job done. The floors look bright, warm, and beautiful again. I wholeheartedly recommend Northwest Hardwood Flooring!
Shelby Smith
October 19, 2022They Wove in a new area to our dining room floor and refinished all our oak flooring. We are 100 percent satified! We couldn't ask for more . It is just beautiful! Oak flooring
Paul Drotz
October 7, 2021Love my new and refinished hardwood floors. Beautiful work from Northwest Hardwood Flooring. Andy and his crew did an awesome job matching new hardwood with existing hardwood, sanding and refinishing the main floor in our home. Andy has lived up to his excellent reviews. I would recommend Northwest Hardwood Flooring to anyone for beautiful hardwood floors, reasonable quote and a crew who cleans up after the job is completed. I didn't think to take a picture before putting back furniture so I could show how beautiful the flooring is.
Priscilla Chilcote
February 24, 2024 -
Andy and his crew did a great job for us. They installed new oak flooring in the entry, hall and den to match existing oak flooring in the living room, dining room and kitchen. They refinished the old, and finished the new, and they matched up seamlessly. We'd definitely recommend them. Michael and Letitia Thompson
Letitia Thompson
September 21, 2020After a couple of years of looking at my tired wood floors a family member recommended Andy Shoop. I am so thankful they did. I left town while Andy and his crew refinished the floors. When I came home I couldn’t believe they were the same floors. They look better than when they were first put in. The colors in the wood look deeper and richer and the finish is flawless! Thank you so much for working your magic! I will definitely recommend you. Dianne Espenson
James Espenson
January 20, 2021What an all-around OUTSTANDING experience it was to work with Andy and his crew! They installed Brazilian Cherry flooring throughout nearly our entire home, and the floors are GORGEOUS. Our home is transformed. His knowledge of and experience with hardwood flooring is thorough, and he counseled us well throughout the entire process. We especially appreciated his advice on how & where to save money on this major project. Andy's team is 100% professional and their work is careful and meticulous. They were mindful of working inside our home, considerate of their surroundings and thoughtful of our pets too! They worked diligently and politely, and cleaned up beautifully after their work was completed. It was a pleasure to have this team of courteous, efficient, skilled artisans in our home. We wholeheartedly recommend Andy and Northwest Hardwood Flooring!
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June 15, 2021
Ready to Restore Your Floors?
Don’t live with scratched, dull floors for one more day. Let us bring them back to life. Contact us to schedule your free, no-obligation refinishing estimate.