What floor staining involves and when you need it
Stain soaks into bare wood. That means an old finish has to come off first, so a floor is usually sanded before it gets a new color. Once the stain is down, a protective finish goes on top to seal the color in and take the everyday wear.
You might be thinking about staining if your floors look faded or worn, if you want a darker or lighter color than you have now, or if rooms in your house don't match anymore. It also comes up when new unfinished hardwood goes in, or when a repaired or added section needs to blend in with the floor around it.
If you're in McAlisterville and you aren't sure whether your floor needs a full stain or just a fresh coat of finish, call us and we'll talk it through.
How we stain your floors
We respect your home and your time. We use a professional vacuum system that captures up to 99% of the dust, so your house stays clean and livable while we work.
You don't have to lift a finger to get ready. We move the appliances and furniture, and we take up toilets and trim when the job needs it.
We work with both water-based and oil-based finishes, and we choose based on your style, your needs, and the character of your home. If we're extending an existing floor or repairing a section, we match the color and finish so the transition looks natural. Blending old with new is something we take pride in.
What floor staining costs
Pricing depends on the job, so we don't post one set price. Every floor and every home is different.
The quickest way to find out what your project would take is to call us and tell us about your floor. We'll go from there.
Towns we serve
We're based in McAlisterville and work within about 60 miles. State College and Harrisburg are our main cities.
We also stain floors in Lewistown, Mifflintown, Selinsgrove, Lewisburg, Sunbury, Bellefonte, Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, Carlisle, and Hershey. If you're nearby and don't see your town listed, give us a call and ask.
Questions we hear
Can I change the color of my existing hardwood floor?
Usually, yes. The old finish and stain have to be sanded off down to bare wood first, so the new color can soak in evenly. Then the floor is stained and sealed with a fresh finish.
Can you match the stain to my existing floor?
Yes. When we extend an existing floor or repair a section, we match the color and finish so the transition looks natural.
What's the difference between water-based and oil-based finish?
Generally, oil-based finishes give the wood a warm, amber tone that deepens over time, and they take longer to dry. Water-based finishes dry clearer and faster and have less odor. We work with both and pick the one that fits your style, your needs, and your home.
Do I have to move my furniture before you start?
No. We move the appliances and furniture, and we take up toilets and trim when the job needs it.
How much dust will there be?
Not much. We use a professional vacuum system that captures up to 99% of the dust, so your home stays clean and livable while we work.
Can every type of wood be stained?
Most hardwoods can be stained, but some take stain differently. Maple and birch, for example, have tight grain and can turn out blotchy, so they need extra care. Tell us what kind of floor you have when you call.
We serve McAlisterville, State College, Harrisburg, Lewistown, Mifflintown, Selinsgrove, Lewisburg, Sunbury, Bellefonte, Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, Carlisle and Hershey.
