Hardwood flooring
Hardwood floors installed and refinished for Seattle homes that last for decades.
Solid and engineered hardwood flooring installation and refinishing for Seattle homeowners — species selection, proper acclimation for PNW humidity, subfloor prep, and a finish that performs. One team from assessment through final coat.
- Solid & engineered hardwood
- Written proposals & timelines
- Dedicated project manager
What we handle in a hardwood flooring project.
From a full-house hardwood install to a targeted refinish:
- New hardwood installation — solid and engineered species selected for your home's moisture conditions, acclimated properly, and installed with the subfloor prep Seattle homes need.
- Hardwood refinishing — sanding back worn or scratched floors to bare wood, then applying a durable finish in the sheen and tone that fits your space.
- Subfloor assessment and repair — squeaks, soft spots, and high-moisture areas identified before any hardwood goes down.
- Species and grade selection — white oak, red oak, maple, walnut, and engineered options reviewed with honest trade-offs on durability, grain, and cost.
- Stain and finish matching — color-matching to adjacent rooms or existing floors when extending a run or replacing a section.
- Transitions and thresholds — clean, level transitions between hardwood and adjacent flooring materials or room thresholds, handled as part of the install.
- PNW moisture planning — acclimation schedules and moisture readings taken before installation so your floors don't gap or buckle with Seattle's seasonal humidity swings.
Every hardwood flooring project begins with a free on-site assessment. You leave with a written proposal — species options, finish direction, subfloor findings, and a realistic timeline.
How it works
Our 3-step process.
Assessment & selection
On-site walkthrough at your home. We assess the subfloor condition, take moisture readings, and walk through species and finish options at different price tiers. You leave with a written proposal — line-item pricing and a realistic schedule.
Acclimation & prep
Material delivered and acclimated to your home's humidity conditions — a step most installers rush and we don't. Subfloor leveled, fastened, and dried to spec. Your start date is confirmed.
Install & finish
Hardwood installed, sanded smooth, and finished in your chosen stain and sheen. Transitions, thresholds, and base trim reinstalled cleanly. Final walkthrough before we leave.
What sets us apart for hardwood flooring in Seattle.
Moisture-first approach
Seattle's climate is genuinely challenging for hardwood. We take readings, require proper acclimation time, and prep the subfloor to handle it — because a beautiful floor that gaps in January or buckles in March is a failed installation.
Written proposals — no surprises
Every project starts with a written, line-item proposal. If the subfloor reveals something unexpected, it becomes a written change order — approved by you before any additional work proceeds.
One team, start to finish
Assessment, subfloor prep, installation, finishing, and transitions — all under one roof. You aren't coordinating a prep crew and a separate finishing crew.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Is solid hardwood a good choice for Seattle homes?
Yes — with the right prep. Solid hardwood needs proper acclimation and a dry, level subfloor. Seattle's seasonal humidity swings mean you need a species and finish that can handle some movement. We assess your specific conditions on-site and recommend accordingly. Engineered hardwood is an excellent alternative when subfloor moisture is higher than ideal.
What's the difference between solid and engineered hardwood?
Solid hardwood is milled from a single piece of wood — it can be refinished multiple times and lasts for generations, but it's more sensitive to moisture and not suitable for below-grade installs. Engineered hardwood has a real hardwood veneer over a stable plywood core — more dimensionally stable in Seattle's humidity swings, can go over concrete or radiant heat, and can typically be refinished once or twice. We'll tell you which is the right call for your specific floor and conditions.
How long does hardwood floor installation take?
Acclimation takes 3–7 days before we install. The installation itself runs 1–3 days depending on square footage and complexity. Finish coats require dry time between applications — plan on 2–4 additional days. Your written proposal gives you the full timeline by phase so you can plan around it.
Can you match my existing hardwood floors?
Often yes. We assess the species, grade, and existing stain color, then test-match on scrap material before committing. If the existing floor has significant wear variation, a full refinish of both old and new together typically gives the best result.
Are you licensed to do flooring work in Washington?
Yes — we are fully licensed and insured in Washington, and carry full liability and workers' compensation insurance. We're happy to share documentation before the project begins.
What happens if you find a subfloor problem after we start?
We document it, price the fix as a written change order, and get your approval before continuing. Nothing gets added to the scope without your sign-off.
Ready to plan your hardwood flooring project?
Start with a free on-site assessment. We'll check the subfloor, walk through species and finish options, and follow up with a written proposal.