Many homes in Caledonia still have their original hardwood floors underneath years of wear, and refinishing can bring back the look of that wood without replacing it. If your floors are scratched, dull or uneven in colour, but the boards themselves are still solid, refinishing may be worth considering. Haldimand Flooring offers hardwood floor refinishing for homes in Caledonia, Dunnville, Hagersville, Cayuga and Jarvis. We look at the condition of the floor first, talk about the colour and finish you want, and explain what can and cannot be improved, so you can decide with clear information.
What the job involves
Refinishing usually starts with clearing the rooms and checking the boards for damage, loose pieces and deep marks. The old finish is sanded back, which removes surface scratches and prepares the wood for a new finish. Dust is managed during sanding, and the floor is cleaned before the new finish is applied in even coats. Gaps, small repairs and colour choices are discussed before finishing, because those details affect the final look. The result should be a floor that looks refreshed and feels smooth underfoot, while keeping the character of the original boards. If boards are badly damaged or missing, we will say so, and talk about whether new hardwood flooring in that area would be a better fit.
Refinishing in local homes
This work is common in older Caledonia farmhouses and pre-war homes, where original floors may have been covered, painted or worn down in busy areas such as hallways and living rooms. In those homes, refinishing can keep features that would be hard to replace, such as wider boards or a pattern that suits the age of the house. In newer Caledonia subdivisions, refinishing is sometimes chosen when a floor has been marked by moving furniture, pets or everyday use, rather than by age. Homes in Dunnville, Hagersville, Cayuga and Jarvis also include a mix of older and newer floors, and the same first step applies: check the boards, then decide whether refinishing, or in some rooms laminate flooring, makes more sense for how the space is used.
How it works
- We visit, look at the boards and discuss colour, finish and any repairs.
- We sand back the old finish and prepare the floor for new coats.
- We apply the new finish evenly and allow it to dry properly.
- We walk through the finished floor and talk about care and drying time.
If you are thinking about refinishing your hardwood floors, visit our Contact page or call (289) 672-2881. Tell us about the age and condition of your floors, and we can arrange a time to look at them in Caledonia, Dunnville, Hagersville, Cayuga or Jarvis.
We can also discuss how the finished floor will look in natural light.