Hardwood Floor Refinishing in Ottawa

Why Choose Rome Flooring for Floor Refinishing in Ottawa

We are an incredibly detail-oriented team that takes pride in each comprehensive refinishing or repair job. Whether to cure deep scratches, cracks or otherwise, you can count on us to arrive ready with the equipment and years of experience – over 40, in fact – required to deliver the results you deserve. We’re also quick and efficient without compromising any essential steps, ensuring lasting satisfaction.

Here are a few reasons why local homeowners choose Rome Flooring for hardwood floor refinishing in Ottawa:

• Decades of experience.  Rome Flooring has worked in the Ottawa region for over four decades, earning a reputation for detail-oriented workmanship and dependable service.

• Local ownership and operation. As a locally owned business, we understand the needs of Ottawa homeowners, including the challenges created by seasonal humidity changes and heavy winter traffic. 

• High-quality tools and equipment. Our team uses high-quality tools, dust-controlled sanding systems, and environmentally conscious finishing products. 

• Quick and efficient. We’re quick and efficient without compromising any essential steps, ensuring lasting satisfaction.

• Transparent pricing. Because refinishing is a long-term investment, we offer transparent pricing and free estimates to help you plan your project with confidence.

Our Floor Refinishing Process

Our hardwood floor refinishing services can comprise various steps, depending on what you require of us. We can perform floor repairs that address various forms of damage, including dents, hairline cracks, and otherwise. Or consider a thorough floor sanding, a refinishing process that makes short work of even the most stubborn scratches, along with clear-coating and repolishing. This is an ideal option for preserving more expensive species like walnut or cherry. Floor resurfacing is available as well, including any necessary reinforcements or plank replacements.

Step 1: Initial Consultation and Assessment

Every project begins with a detailed walkthrough. We look at the wood species, level of wear, existing coatings, and any structural issues. This helps us determine whether you need full sanding, resurfacing, repairs, or a simpler buff-and-coat.

Step 2: Sanding and Smoothing

Using modern dustless sanding equipment, we remove the old finish and reveal a smooth, even surface. Our team progresses through multiple sanding grits to eliminate scratches and prepare the wood for staining.

Step 3: Staining and Finishing

We can find the perfect stain for your flooring, whether you are looking for a specific tone or would like to blend old and new flooring. Next, we apply a durable finish to protect the newly-stained wood from abrasion, moisture, and everyday wear.

Step 4: Final Inspection and Customer Walkthrough

Before we pack up, we conduct a detailed inspection and walk you through the results. We explain drying times, when furniture can be moved back, and provide maintenance tips to help your newly refinished floors last for years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Refinished Floor Worth it?

Nowadays, hardwoods of any variety are higher in price than ever. This means that not properly treating, maintaining, or repairing your floors can cost you an astronomical amount in the long run if you have to replace planks as they deteriorate. Refinishing and repair services help to preserve the natural beauty and strength of your hardwood flooring, which also means that you’ll get to enjoy it for much longer. Occasional refinishes can do away with stubborn stains, deep scratches and grooves, holes and dents, cracks that can otherwise spread in colder weather, and more. Combined with our repair capabilities, we can also ensure even and smooth flooring free of hidden problems.

Is Refinishing Messy or Dusty?

With modern dustless sanding systems used for hardwood floor refinishing in Ottawa, airborne dust is greatly minimized. Some light cleanup is still required, but far less than in traditional sanding jobs.

How Long Does Floor Refinishing Take?

This depends on the complexity of the work at hand, the square footage we need to cover, and even the species of wood in question, as some require different care and treatment approaches. We’ll be able to confirm the required duration once we inspect your flooring.

Will My Floors Look Brand New?

That’s the goal! While we can’t guarantee that your flooring will be restored to the showroom-new condition due to the natural aging processes, oxidation, and other factors at play in organic materials like wood, refinishing will completely overhaul its appearance in most cases. We take the results as close to perfection as possible.

Can All Hardwood Floors Be Refinished?

Most types of solid hardwood flooring can be refinished multiple times, depending on its thickness and past sanding history. Engineered floors can also be refinished in many cases, but it depends on the thickness of the top veneer. We can confirm this during an in-home assessment.

Will Refinishing Change the Colour of My Floors?

It can. If you’d like to keep your existing tone, we can match it closely. If you prefer a new look, we can apply stains ranging from light natural finishes to deeper, richer tones. We always test samples on your specific wood to help you make the right choice.

How Much Does Floor Refinishing Cost?

This will also vary depending on the amount of work and hours required, the size of the room, the species of your flooring, and other factors. Reach out to us for an estimate.

How Long Does a Refinished Floor Last?

We recommend getting your hardwood floors refinished every decade or so, perhaps a bit more frequently in high-traffic areas such as rooms frequented by children or office workers on a regular basis.