Is my hardwood a candidate for refinishing?
That depends on the floor’s actual condition and construction. A phone conversation with clear photos is a practical place to start.
Hardwood floor refinishing
Start with the floor that is already there.
Refinishing is Citadel Hardwood Flooring’s stated specialty. The right next step begins with the condition of your existing hardwood and what you want to change about the way it looks.
Refinishing is about deciding what can be brought forward.
Hardwood lives with the room. Foot traffic, furniture, sunlight and everyday life all change the way the surface reads over time.
For many homeowners, refinishing enters the conversation when the floor still matters to the space but no longer looks the way they want it to.
The condition and construction of the actual floor matter. Photos and a direct conversation are a better starting point than assuming every hardwood floor needs the same treatment.
A few details make the first conversation more useful.
Photos
Take clear photos of the overall room and the areas where the surface condition is most noticeable.
Area
Know which rooms are involved and, if practical, an approximate idea of the area you want to discuss.
Condition
Describe what you are seeing: dullness, scratches, visible wear, or simply a floor that no longer fits the room.
Goal
Explain what you want to feel different about the finished space. That gives the conversation a clear direction.
Common refinishing questions.
Should I refinish or replace the floor?
There is no responsible one-size-fits-all answer. If your goal is to work with the hardwood already in place, refinishing is worth discussing before assuming replacement is necessary.
What should I send when I make contact?
Photos, the rooms involved, an approximate sense of the area and a short explanation of what you want to change will make the first conversation clearer.
Talk about the actual floor