Wood Floor Repair and Refinishing Services Bring Your Floors Back to Life
Over time, hardwood floors show signs of wear, especially in high-traffic areas or homes with pets and children. Deep scratches, stains, and dents mar the natural beauty of your floors.
But don’t worry. Repairing and refinishing your floors is a process that can restore their original warmth and charm.
In this blog, JRK Flooring will guide you through repairs so you can say goodbye to imperfections.
Assess the Damage: Are the Scratches and Stains Repairable?
Before deciding to have your wood floor repaired or refinished, make sure that it’s possible to fix the damage. JRK Flooring can help you determine whether your floors are fixable or if they need to be fully replaced.
- Minor scratches: We can usually buff these out or fill them with a matching wood filler.
- Deep scratches or dents: These will require us to sand and refinish the area to restore your floor’s smooth surface.
- Stains: Water or pet stains may need more intensive treatment, depending on how deeply they’ve penetrated your floor. Sanding is necessary.
- More extensive damage: If wood is warped or severely cracked, JRK Flooring will need to replace the damaged planks for best results.
Let’s take a more in-depth look at the process of wood floor repair and refinishing.
Start By Cleaning Your Floor
To assess the damage, start by cleaning your floor. Removing debris, dust, and pet hair can help JRK Flooring see the extent of damage and create a plan for beautifying your floors.
Start by sweeping with a soft broom or using a vacuum without a beater bar. Mop your floor with a wood-safe cleaner, like Bona, to remove build-up.
Repairing Deep Scratches and Dents
If scratches have gouged into your wood floors, we’ll need to fill them before refinishing.
We’ll start by sanding over the deep scratches or dents to remove any loose wood fibers. Then, we’ll apply a wood filler appropriate for use on hardwood floors. After the filler is completely dry, we’ll sand the area again until we achieve a smooth surface. Then, we’ll wipe away the dust and proceed with floor refinishing.
Removing Stains From Your Wood Floor
Stains on hardwood floors can occur due to water, pets, or household spills. Some people have successfully lifted stains using the hot iron method or baking soda paste method, but it’s best to let professional floor refinishers address the stain.
Using the wrong DIY method could cause irreversible damage to your flooring that will require more costly repairs in the future.
Tried-and-True Methods to Repair Your Wood Flooring
Sanding the wood floor and reapplying stain and sealant is a proven professional method that JRK Flooring uses to remove unwanted pet and household stains from your floors.
First, we’ll replace any planks that cannot be refinished. Then, we’ll choose the right grit sandpaper for each phase of sanding and use professional equipment for a smooth, even result.
Then, we’ll apply a wood stain that matches your existing floor so the repaired or refinished area blends seamlessly with the rest of your home. After the stain dries, we’ll apply multiple coats of a protective finish like polyurethane, allowing each coat to dry between applications.
Our technicians will provide instructions about how long your floor should cure before you walk on it or move furniture back into the room. Usually the repaired and refinished section will need to cure for 24 to 48 hours.
Protect Your Floor From Future Damage
Now that your floor is beautifully restored, take steps to keep them that way. To prevent future scratches and stains:
- Use area rugs or runner rugs in high-traffic areas to protect your floor from wear.
- Trim your pets’ nails to prevent scratches.
- Clean your floors regularly using recommended wood floor products. Debris and build-up can cause scratches.
- Clean up spills or pet accidents as quickly as possible.
Schedule Professional Wood Floor Repair and Refinishing
Although you can use DIY methods to fix deep scratches, stains, and dents in your floors, for best results and peace of mind, rely on the professionals at JRK Flooring.
If you’re ready to restore your hardwood floors, contact JRK Flooring today for a free estimate.
