Fall is a great time for refinishing hardwood floors. This kind of project means removing all your furniture from your room, so the mild weather makes it perfect for storing your belongings outside while your floors are being re-done. But what’s next after clearing out your room? Just ask the knowledgeable team at American Floors in Riverside, RI, a family owned an operated company since 1976. They provide expert services for floor installations and floor refinishing, as well as kitchen and bathroom remodeling for customers in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. When you follow their process on refinishing your floors, the result will rival a professionals.

What steps do you need to take to make sure your floors look great?

• Clean: Once your furniture has been cleared from your room, clean your hard wood floors to get rid of dust and debris. The contractors at American Floors know that a clean surface will make the next steps easier.
• Sand: Refinishing your floors requires several passes with the sander. You will need to start with a coarse grit and gradually move to finer ones to achieve a smooth surface. Don’t forget that sanding creates a large amount of dust, so you will need dust masks and eye protection. American Floors uses a floor sanding dust containment system for dust free sanding, so you won’t have to worry about the dust accumulating in your home while your floors are being sanded.

• Clean Again: You will need to remove the dust after completing the sanding process to stain your floors properly. Dust can remain in your home for weeks after the sanding is done, but American Floors uses a system that will remove up to 99% of airborne dust that results from sanding.
• Stain: Be sure to apply the stain evenly and wait for it to dry completely before applying additional coats. American Floors provides stains in a variety of colors, so you will find the one that matches your style and décor.

When you want your hardwood floors professionally finished with the benefit of dust free sanding, contact American Floors at (401) 433-0530. Visit their website to learn more about their services and to view their gallery of completed projects.