CDS Hardwood Floors
Custom Hardwood Flooring Projects in MD, VA & DC
Quick Answer
From matching a 100-year-old floor to fabricating a herringbone entry with contrasting-species borders, CDS handles the one-off requests other flooring companies decline.
Custom is where we shine. Match a 1920s Georgetown pine floor. Build a herringbone pattern with a walnut key border. Refinish stairs to match a floor that's already installed. Create a custom bar top from the leftover walnut. Fabricate a threshold for a non-standard doorway.
If you can sketch it, we can usually build it. If you can't sketch it, we'll design it with you.
Key Takeaways
- Custom work is our favorite work
- Design and build under one roof reduces coordination risk
Benefits
- • One-of-a-kind results
- • Handled in-house by the same crew that installs your floor
- • Design + build under one roof
Our Process
1. Design consult
Sketch, sample and pricing.
2. Prototype
Sample panel for approval.
3. Fabricate & install
In-house craftsmanship.
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Materials We Use
- • Any domestic or exotic hardwood
- • Reclaimed and salvage lumber
- • Custom stains and finishes
What to Expect
- • Timelines and pricing scoped per project
What Affects Pricing
We don't publish flat pricing — every home is different. These are the factors we weigh in your written estimate:
- • Complexity
- • Materials
- • Design iterations
Common Problems & How We Solve Them
Design changes mid-build
We build sample panels first to lock in design before production.
Maintenance Tips
- • Same as standard hardwood.
Warranty & Guarantee
All CDS craftsmanship is backed by our workmanship guarantee. Manufacturer finish warranties are transferred to you in full.
Why Choose CDS Hardwood Floors
Family-owned, licensed (MHIC #141267), fully insured and bonded, with 15+ years serving Maryland, Virginia, DC, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Our craftsmanship has earned us landmark commercial work (including DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, DC) alongside thousands of luxury residential projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does custom hardwood projects take in a typical home?
Most residential projects are completed within 3–7 working days, depending on square footage, drying times and any repairs required. We provide a firm timeline in your written estimate.
Do I need to move out during custom hardwood projects?
In most cases, no. Our dustless equipment keeps the home habitable, though we recommend staying off finished areas for 24–72 hours to let the finish cure.
Can I schedule a consultation?
Yes. Every custom hardwood projects project starts with a free on-site consultation and a detailed written quote, usually delivered within 24 hours.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. CDS Hardwood Floors is a Maryland-licensed contractor (MHIC #141267), fully insured and bonded for your protection.
Related Services
Hardwood Borders and Inlays
Custom borders and inlays are decorative wood elements — feature strips, medallions, contrasting-species perimeters — cut and installed within a hardwood floor for a bespoke, high-end look.
Custom Staircases
Custom hardwood staircases are fully fabricated on-site — treads, risers, stringers, newel posts, balusters and handrails — from any species and design.
Hardwood Floor Restoration
Hardwood floor restoration is the specialty work of returning heavily damaged or historic wood floors — often 50 to 100+ years old — to structural soundness and beauty without destroying their original character.