Services
With 20 years experience, we know wood! We understand there are no shortcuts when it comes to preparing to finish a new floor or refinishing an existing one. Our ability to work with the customer's schedule is important to us. We want to inconvenience the customer as little as possible. We use high quality stains and finishes to provide the best finished product.
We will come to you! Call us to schedule an on site visit. We will come out to your home to discuss your options. Our knowledgeable and experienced staff will guide you step by step through the finishing process. Our goal is to not only make your hardwood floors look amazing but to also be a resource to you. In addition to our floor finishing services we also offer installation services. We will work hard to meet your expectations with regard to quality and service. Your satisfaction is our top priority!
We will come to you! Call us to schedule an on site visit. We will come out to your home to discuss your options. Our knowledgeable and experienced staff will guide you step by step through the finishing process. Our goal is to not only make your hardwood floors look amazing but to also be a resource to you. In addition to our floor finishing services we also offer installation services. We will work hard to meet your expectations with regard to quality and service. Your satisfaction is our top priority!
Hardwood Floor Finishing
Hardwood Floor Installation
Looking to install hardwood floors in your home, we can help with that. We have the expertise to guide you in choosing the perfect floors for your home. We work with the best hardwood floor manufactures to guarantee you are getting a quality product.
Our Finishing Process
Preparing the Hardwood Floors
Before sanding, all nails are removed or set below the floor surface. Any repairs that may be necessary are also made at this time. The floor is then thoroughly vacuumed to remove any dust or dirt.
Sanding the Hardwood Floors
The hardwood floors are sanded with a course and/or medium grit sandpaper using a drum sander, an edger and a vibratory machine. The sanding process is completed using a fine grit sandpaper. Edges and corners are scraped by hand to remove any remaining finish or machine marks.
Coating the Hardwood Floors
After the vacuuming, the floor is coated with a stain or penetrating sealer which hardens the wood surface. It protects the wood floor from water, dirt and stains and provides a suitable base for the polyurethane finish. When floors are to be stained, the homeowner should be available to confirm the color of the stain before it is applied to the entire floor. The stain requires a 24 hour drying period prior to applying the first coat of polyurethane finish. This process is repeated two more times to achieve four coats.
During periods of high humidity, an extra day or two between coats may be required to ensure proper drying. Adequate ventilation is critical to enhance the drying process.
During periods of high humidity, an extra day or two between coats may be required to ensure proper drying. Adequate ventilation is critical to enhance the drying process.
The Curing Process
Hardwood floors finished with an oil based polyurethane are usually dry enough to walk on in a day, however, the finish remains quite soft. In the first week, the finish cures or hardens significantly and can continue to cure for a month. Special attention to the care of your new floor should be taken during the first month to avoid damaging the finish before it is fully hardened.
Hardwood floors finished with a water based polyurethane are usually dry enough to walk on in only a few hours. This type of finish continues to cure for up to one week. Special care should be taken during this time. At Wolfcreek we prefer to use the water based finishes as they are environmentally safer and can be completed in a shorter time frame.
Hardwood floors finished with a water based polyurethane are usually dry enough to walk on in only a few hours. This type of finish continues to cure for up to one week. Special care should be taken during this time. At Wolfcreek we prefer to use the water based finishes as they are environmentally safer and can be completed in a shorter time frame.