Project Case Studies

Real projects, real results

Detailed walk-throughs of representative hardwood refinishing, installation and restoration work across Maryland, Virginia and DC.

Montgomery County, MD

Open-Concept Red Oak Refinish — Kitchen & Living

A busy family in Montgomery County wanted their sun-drenched open-concept main level refinished without shutting down the household or coating every surface in dust.

Species: Red OakFinish: Bona Traffic HD water-based, satin

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Bethesda, MD

Invisible Board Weave — Kitchen Repair

A Bethesda kitchen remodel removed a peninsula, leaving a rectangular gap in the existing 3-¼" white oak. The homeowner did not want a T-molding or visible seam.

Species: White Oak, 3-¼"Finish: Custom-matched water-based, satin

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North Potomac, MD

Sanded & Finished Stairs, Treads and Railings

A staircase in a bright, modern North Potomac home was originally stained dark to hide construction damage. The owners wanted it to match new light white-oak floors upstairs.

Species: White Oak treads, poplar risersFinish: Loba 2K Supra AT, matte

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Potomac, MD

New Floors Color-Matched to Existing Hardwood

A Potomac homeowner added 600 sq ft of new red oak to a whole-first-floor renovation and needed it to disappear into the original 1990s flooring.

Species: Red Oak, 2-¼"Finish: Custom stain + oil-modified poly, satin

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McLean, VA

Custom Parquet Floor with Inlay Border

A formal entry in McLean needed a statement floor to anchor a two-story rotunda. The homeowner wanted a 3D cube parquet pattern with a dark contrasting border.

Species: White oak field, walnut inlayFinish: Rubio Monocoat, natural

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