SHOULD I REFINISH OR REPLACE MY HARDWOOD FLOORS

Your hardwood floors are looking worn and old. It's time to make a decision. Should you refinish your hardwood floors or replace them completely? This decision is often made by people who work with us. It's easy once you have the answers to some questions. These are the things you should know before making a decision.

What does Hardwood Floor Refinishing entail?

Hardwood flooring can be sanded and refinished up to 4-5 times to look new. This involves sanding the surface to remove scratches, dents and stains. You can also change the color of your stain to give your wood a new look with refinishing.

Always choose dust-free refinishing

The process of refinishing was messy and dusty. Floor Sanding Hounslow You don't need to worry about dust during the sanding process. You are completely free from dust. We save time by not needing to seal rooms with plastic sheets to keep dust out. It's a hit with our customers!

CONDITION OF WOOD FLOOR

When replacing or refinishing flooring, the most important factor is its condition. Refinishing is the best option if the damage is not severe. If the damage is extensive and includes rot, water damage, or both, these planks will need to be replaced. These projects can be more complex and should be evaluated on a case by case basis.

AGE OF THE FLOOR

Hardwood flooring that has been sanded many times can't be refinished because it is too old. A professional can take a look at the flooring and determine if it is suitable for refinishing.

STYLE OF FLOOR

The style factor is the second, even if the floor is in good condition. The floor can be refinished or a new color applied to it. If you are unhappy with the design of your wood floor - the type of wood used, the size of the planks or the layout, you can replace it.

TIME

Your schedule is another important factor. Refinishing is generally faster than replacing. Refinishing is generally faster than replacing. Pre-finished flooring has other advantages. You can see exactly how it will look when it is installed. The factory finish is also more durable than any on-site finishes. Prefinished floors can be sanded later and refinished as long as it is solid wood and not engineered wood. Solid hardwood can generally be refinished. Most engineered wood cannot.

BUDGET

Refinishing hardwood floors is usually less expensive than replacing them. This is because you will need to pay for extra wood and labor to remove the old hardwood. Unfinished floors will need to be stained and sanded.

Bottom line: Unless you are unhappy with your hardwood floor layout or design, or if your floor is very old or damaged, refinishing hardwood floors will cost less than replacing them. We hope this helps you make a decision.

For more assistance, call us at 020 3151 1910 We're happy to assist you if you are looking to refinish or replace wood floors in your house. We will even give you a free estimate in your home.