WOOD FLOOR FINISHES

All wood floors require a finish, whether it be penetrating finishes or surface finishes, to protect against everyday wear and tear. It is important to consider the type of wear your floors will encounter based on your lifestyle. 

Surface finishes are film-forming finishes that adhere to the surface of the wood, creating a protective coating. There are several types of surface finishes available. 

Water-based finishes are typically clear, highly durable, and dry quickly. 

Oil-based finishes have an amber hue and offer exceptional durability. 

 Our estimator can help guide you in determining which finish, including options like wood floor wax, will work best. 

With factory-finished wood floors, the finish and color are applied at the factory, long before it reaches your home. You will be able to walk on the floors immediately after installation.

A site finish is applied at the job site, in the room where the flooring is being installed. This offers the most customization, with an unlimited palette of color and finish options, but also requires drying time during which you will not be able to walk on the floor.

The sheen of your wood floor finish is a matter of personal preference and lifestyle.

Gloss finishes offer the most shine and reflect a lot of light. Semi-gloss finishes offer some shine and reflect some light. Satin finishes offer less light reflection. Matte finishes offer the least shine and reflect the least light. The less sheen, the less you will notice small scratches and other normal wear.

The natural colors of wood are often highlighted within each wood floor. These natural colors may be toned up or down to create darker or lighter versions of the wood itself. With the help of stains and a variety of color recipes, the color options for your floors are endless.