Refinish or replace your hardwood floor?
Compare floor condition, wear layer, repairs and layout before choosing hardwood refinishing or replacement for your Chicago-area home.
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Hardwood Flooring Planning Guides
Practical guides to hardwood refinishing, repairs, project preparation and choosing flooring for your home.
Make a better-informed flooring decision
How long does hardwood refinishing take?
Understand sanding, coating, drying and full cure so you can plan room access, furniture and rugs during hardwood floor refinishing.
Read the guideHow to prepare for floor refinishing
A practical preparation checklist for furniture, room access, pets, building rules and finish decisions before hardwood refinishing.
Read the guideWhat can be done about scratched hardwood floors?
Learn the difference between finish scratches and damaged wood, and when hardwood floors may need refinishing, repair or replacement.
Read the guideHardwood or vinyl plank: what suits your room?
Compare hardwood and vinyl flooring by room conditions, preparation, repair options and upkeep before planning an installation.
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