If your home’s flooring is starting to look worn, hardwood floor refinishing can make it look like new again. The team at Hardwood Rescue in Chesterfield, MO, specializes in restoring floors to their original beauty. They understand that clients want to do everything they can to be prepared for their refinishing service, so they’ve put together a few helpful tips.

Get Your Home Ready

Hardwood floor refinishing may sound simple, but it requires a bit of preparation. You’ll need to take the furniture out of the room that is getting refinished, especially upholstered pieces. Otherwise, your furniture may be stained or damaged by the dust created by the sander and the finishing chemicals your contractor will use. 

Plan to Stay Off-Site

If you have pets or young children, it may be easier to stay with family or at a hotel until your flooring project is complete. Hardwood floor refinishing takes time, and you need to stay off the surface until the new stain and sealant have dried. If you’re refinishing several rooms or parts of your home that you frequently use, staying somewhere else ensures your family’s daily activities won’t interfere with the finished results.

Expect Some Odors

Your contractor will try to minimize the impact of the chemicals and tools they use to restore your hardwood flooring, but if you’re staying in the house during the project, you will notice that work is being done. Even dustless sanding equipment can be noisy, and the sealant and stains used to make your floors look great may smell. Whether you are home during the project or returning to the house when it’s finished, keep the room well-ventilated until the dust and odors have dissipated.

Following these tips will help you feel more prepared for your hardwood floor refinishing service. When you need an experienced, reliable team to get the job done, look no further than Hardwood Rescue. Visit their website to learn more about their work and call (636) 532-5476 to schedule an in-home estimate.