Our hardwood process across an open main level
- Free on-site quote. Call (404) 480-0962 or request one online. We measure your rooms and check the subfloor in person, not from a photo.
- Selection and acclimation. You pick the species, width, and stain; the wood then acclimates in your home so it settles before install.
- Subfloor preparation. We flatten, repair, and moisture-check the subfloor, critical under the long sightlines of an open plan.
- Installation. Planks are nailed, glued, or floated to suit the product, laid in long continuous runs.
- Sand, stain, and finish. Site-finished floors are sanded with dustless equipment, stained, and sealed; prefinished floors get trimmed out and detailed.
Duluth hardwood floor installation: common questions
Can you replace our carpet with hardwood?
Yes, carpet-to-hardwood conversion is the most common project we run in Duluth. We tear out the carpet and pad, prep the subfloor underneath, and install new planks that tie into any existing wood. Done across a main level, it changes how the whole house feels, and the tear-out is priced as its own line item so there are no surprises.
Should I choose solid or engineered hardwood?
Solid hardwood refinishes many times and is the classic pick over a wood subfloor. Engineered hardwood is real wood on top with a stable core underneath, so it handles humidity swings better and can go over concrete, which matters in townhomes and basements. We look at your actual rooms and recommend honestly; many Duluth homes end up with both.
How long does a hardwood installation take?
A typical Duluth install runs two to five days depending on square footage and product. Prefinished floors are walkable the same day; site-finished floors add sanding, staining, and curing time. We stage the work room by room where we can, so the household keeps functioning, and you get the exact schedule with your quote.
How do I care for new hardwood floors?
Sweep or dust mop regularly, wipe spills promptly, and clean with a hardwood-specific product rather than steam or soaking water. Felt pads under furniture and a mat at exterior doors prevent most wear. A modern finish needs no waxing, and when it eventually dulls years from now, a screen-and-recoat refreshes it without a full sanding.
