{"id":2622,"date":"2016-10-17T16:01:07","date_gmt":"2016-10-17T16:01:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/?p=2622"},"modified":"2016-10-18T17:00:13","modified_gmt":"2016-10-18T17:00:13","slug":"refurbish-old-wood-floors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/refurbish-old-wood-floors\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s the Best Way to Refurbish Old Wood Floors?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are your <em>hardwood floors worn out<\/em> and looking old?<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t worry; there are ways to make them look like new. All you need is the help of a pro who knows hardwood flooring like the back of their hand.<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"padding-bottom: 7px;\">How to Make Wood Floors look New Again<\/h2>\n<p>When giving your hardwood a new shine, there are a few different routes you can take. These ways include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/hardwood\/\" target=\"_blank\">New Hardwood Flooring<\/a> (best route to take)<\/li>\n<li>Stain and Clear Coat<\/li>\n<li>Shellac or Laquer Finish (dangerous and not recommended)<\/li>\n<li>Varnish<\/li>\n<li>Refinishing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let&#8217;s get the worst ideas out of the way first. Lacquer finishes deal with nitrocellulose and are\u00a0known to explode if applied incorrectly when dust is created. They also cause the hardwood to discolor over time. You would need a machine with an explosion-proof motor and an exceptional amount of skill to make this method work. Simply put, don&#8217;t try it for your own safety.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2629\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/iStock_88336761_MEDIUM.jpg\" alt=\"make wood floors look new\" width=\"775\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/iStock_88336761_MEDIUM.jpg 775w, https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/iStock_88336761_MEDIUM-300x155.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/resources\/hardwood-flooring-stains\/\" target=\"_blank\">hardwood staining colors<\/a>, you will be able to get a new look for your floors, but it isn&#8217;t guaranteed to last. You may also not like the look of it once you are finished, so be sure to test before making a final decision.<\/p>\n<p>The good news is that staining is a safe method and can give you the custom wood flooring you&#8217;re looking for. Varnishing is along the same lines as well, so both can make a good alternative to refinishing.<\/p>\n<p>An easy method of hardwood floor repair is refinishing. This is a common route people take when trying to restore their hardwood. While the method is a great way to go, there are a few problems that can arise including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Uneven sheen<\/li>\n<li>Poorly mixed finish<\/li>\n<li>Overworked finish<\/li>\n<li>Lap lines<\/li>\n<li>Blistering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are ways to prevent this from happening, but it does take some work. Your best bet is to look into new wood flooring, and we know the perfect place for you to go.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"padding-bottom: 7px;\">The Best Hardwood Floors Near You<\/h2>\n<p>The process of <strong>refurbishing wood flooring<\/strong> can be a tedious one. Considering new wood floors for your home can save you a lot of headaches.<\/p>\n<p>With The Carpet Guys at your side, getting new hardwood flooring installed in your home will be a cinch.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/iStock_4032002_MEDIUM.jpg\" alt=\"how to renew old wood floors\" width=\"775\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/iStock_4032002_MEDIUM.jpg 775w, https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/iStock_4032002_MEDIUM-300x155.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, old wooden floors just won&#8217;t look like what they used to. Make it easy on yourself with us today. Scheduling a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/schedule\/hardwood\/\" target=\"_blank\">free hardwood floor estimate<\/a> will give you many benefits including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to the best hardwood flooring products<\/li>\n<li>Lifetime installation warranties<\/li>\n<li>Service and craftsmanship from top flooring installers<\/li>\n<li>Available appointments all week<\/li>\n<li>Much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Give us a call today. You&#8217;ll love your new wood floors.<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are your hardwood floors worn out and looking old? Don&#8217;t worry; there are ways to make them look like new. 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