There’s no greater discovery than pulling up old carpet to reveal original hardwood floors. However, knowing exactly what to do with those floors can be a challenge. Have no fear! Follow these four easy steps to restore your floors’ original beauty.
- Inspect - Remove all dust and debris so you can really see what you’re dealing with.
- Repair - Fix or replace any damaged floorboards or discolored wood. Once you restain the entire floor, no one will even be able to tell!
- Sand and Fill - Eliminate any nicks or blemishes with an orbital or belt sander, and fill in any cracks with a thin latex filler.
- Stain and Finish - Re-stain your floor so that it all matches, then add a polyurethane-based clear solution to seal your fully-restored floor!
