Exotic Floor Makeover in Minnetonka

The owners of this stunning home on Lake Minnetonka wanted to give their exotic floors a fresh look. This is a trend we have seen a lot lately as the exotic flooring boom happened about ten-years ago, and the original finish is starting to look pretty dated in a lot of homes.

The Details

Our whole team was involved in this sanding and refinishing project and we are absolutely obsessed with how it turned out!

These are Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors that we sanded and refinished with 3 parts True Black and 2 parts Dark Grey.

If you are tired of your existing exotic finish, give us a call today or submit an estimate request form to schedule your own exotic makeover!

Oil Based vs. Water Based

When it comes to these two types of polyurethane finishes, a lot of consumers are unsure what the difference is between them. While they are both intended to protect your floor from everyday wear-and-tear, they have many distinct characteristics.

The Look

Water based finishes have a more natural look and the clear finish really highlights the natural beauty of hardwood. Whereas oil based finishes have an amber hue that darkens the appearance of the wood and continues to deepen in color over time.

The Protection

Water based poly provides a harder finish but it is more likely to scratch. Oil based poly is a softer finish that makes it scratch resistant but it is more prone to denting than its water based counterpart.

The Cost

Water based poly is the more expensive option.

The Best Choice?

There really is no better finish here; the best choice comes down to your personal preference. Here’s some help from the Home Flooring Pro’s to inform your decision:

“Water based polyurethane: If you want your floor to stay the same color, choose water-based polyurethane. Wood that is gray, white or light looks better with a clear coat, i.e., a water based finish. Woods with a hint of yellow in them already, such as pine, fir and ash, become even yellower with an oil-based finish. Go with water based poly if that’s a look you want to avoid, or choose an oil based finish to enhance it.

Oil based polyurethane: Darker wood tones are enriched by an amber hue and an oily sheen. Oil based polyurethane can bring out the vibrant color in red oak, cherry or exotic woods like teak.”

Contact us today if you would like some more information on which finish will be best for your home, or visit our showroom to see the two finishes in-person - we are happy to help you make this important decision!

It's Not too Late for a Winter Makeover

Did the arrival of winter catch you off guard? You’re not alone. With the early beginning to snowy days and chilly temperatures, your Fall checklist might have gotten lost in the shuffle. If getting a buff and coat, sanding and refinishing, or replacing old carpet with hardwood floors was on your to-do list, we are here to tell you that it’s still okay to schedule a hardwood makeover in the cold winter months!

When the holiday season hits, it can be hard to imagine having construction done in your home, but there are several reasons why this might actually be the perfect time.

1. You’re gone a lot! You don’t need to be around the noise and smells that come with in-home construction. If you’re planning to be out of town for a few days around the holidays or in January, you can be confident in having our team complete the job while you are away.

2. We reduce the mess. We know that adding dust to your home when it closed up in the winter doesn’t sound great, but we go above and beyond when we plastic off our work zone in an effort to keep the rest of your home as clean as possible.

Maybe the hustle and bustle of the holiday season isn’t what’s holding you back from scheduling your hardwood flooring job. Perhaps you just don’t know what you want yet! We get it. Hardwood flooring is something that will last decades, so you want to select something that you will love forever. That’s tough to do when home trends change so much. Check out this video for upcoming flooring trends in 2020, and you can also ask our team at your free in-home estimate what would work best in your home.

If you’re ready to start your hardwood flooring winter makeover, give us a call today or submit an estimate request form. We cannot wait to transform your home!

It's in Our Blood

The love for hardwood floors is in our blood. We have three active generations working right now; our founder and grandfather Duane Gullickson, owner and father Troy Gullickson, and future-owner and son Sam Gullickson.

Sam has nearly two decades of hardwood flooring experience under his belt, but there are still jobs where half-a-century of experience is needed.

We recently completed a double herringbone hardwood floor design, and were beyond blessed to have Duane here to guide Sam through the process.

Installing a double herringbone floors require a lot of focus and concentration to ensure that the boards align perfectly and that the design is flawless. These two seasoned floorsman did an incredible job with this installation and we always love to see our generations working and learning together.

Colorful Finishes

The classic hardwood floors that most are familiar with have a natural finish, or a darker stain that still highlights the natural beauty of the wood. However, new trends are always emerging in home styles, and we have seen a recent surge in requests for unique color finishes.

Here is an example of a grey finish. This lighter finish still allows the natural beauty of the wood to show through while bringing a modern feel to the room.

Here is an example of a black stain. This is an intense look that really transforms the wood and the home it is installed in with a warm, elegance.

Interested in trying out a colored finish in your home? Contact us today by submitting a form or call Neva at 763-428-8601