Guides

Hardwood Floor Guides

Honest explanations to help you understand your floor before you book anything.

Refinishing vs Recoating Hardwood Floors
When a floor needs full refinishing and when a recoat would do.
Preparing for Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Emptying rooms, access, pets and what to expect while the work happens.
Can Engineered Hardwood Be Refinished?
Wear layers, product history and why no universal sanding count applies.
Pet Stains and Scratches on Hardwood Floors
Telling finish scuffs from dents, dark stains and moisture, and the honest limits of sanding.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing Timeline
The stages of a refinish and the separate milestones for walking, furniture, rugs and full cure.
Matte vs Satin Hardwood Floor Finish
How sheen differs from colour and durability, and how to choose with samples.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing Cost in Ottawa
What drives the price of a refinish, and why assessment matters.

Tell us about your floor

Share the rooms, the wood and what bothers you about it. Floor condition may need assessment to confirm scope and pricing.