CDS Hardwood Floors
Dustless Hardwood Floor Refinishing in MD, VA & DC
Quick Answer
Dustless refinishing is a complete hardwood refinishing service — sand, stain and finish — performed with a HEPA-filtered containment system that captures 99%+ of airborne dust at the tool.
Traditional refinishing dumps pounds of fine wood dust into your home, coating cabinets, HVAC, closets and children's bedrooms for weeks. Our dustless refinishing service across Maryland, Northern Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and the Washington DC metro pairs commercial-grade Bona and Festool containment systems with hospital-grade HEPA vacuums to remove dust at the source — before it becomes airborne.
You get the same flawless refinished floor — custom stain, up to three coats of Bona or Loba finish, satin/semi/high-gloss sheen — without the mess, health impact or two-week cleanup that comes with old-school open sanding.
This is the CDS default. Every refinish we perform is dustless unless a client specifically requests otherwise.
Key Takeaways
- 99%+ of dust captured at the tool — not blown into your home
- Same durability and finish quality as traditional refinishing
- Safe for families with children, pets and respiratory sensitivities
Benefits
- • 99%+ dust capture at the tool — safe for kids, pets, asthma and allergies
- • No plastic sheeting on cabinets, closets or HVAC returns
- • No two-week post-project cleanup
- • Same finish quality as traditional refinishing — Bona and Loba systems
- • You can stay in the home during most projects
Our Process
1. Free on-site consultation
Assess condition, discuss stain and sheen, review dustless equipment on site.
2. Written estimate within 24 hours
Firm price, timeline and product list.
3. Furniture and prep
We move furniture, mask HVAC returns and protect adjacent rooms.
4. HEPA containment sanding
Multi-grit sequence with Bona/Festool dustless equipment vented to HEPA vacuums.
5. Custom stain (optional)
On-site samples until the color is exactly right.
6. Finish coats
2–3 coats of Bona or Loba water- or oil-based finish.
7. Final walkthrough
Punch list and cure-time guidance before payment.
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Materials We Use
- • Bona Atomic and DCS dustless containment systems
- • Festool HEPA edge sanders
- • Bona Traffic HD and Loba 2K commercial finishes
- • DuraSeal, Bona, Rubio Monocoat stains
What to Expect
- • A near-dust-free home during and after the project
- • Daily communication and a clean job site
- • Ability to stay in the home for most single-level projects
- • 24-hour foot-traffic cure, 72 hours for socks, 7 days before rugs
What Affects Pricing
We don't publish flat pricing — every home is different. These are the factors we weigh in your written estimate:
- • Square footage and layout complexity
- • Stain — natural finishes cost less than custom-matched colors
- • Number of finish coats (2 vs 3)
- • Repairs required before finishing
Common Problems & How We Solve Them
Prior refinisher left dust everywhere
Our dustless system eliminates the problem at the source.
Family member with asthma or allergies
HEPA containment is the safest refinishing method available.
Maintenance Tips
- • Sweep or dust-mop daily; damp mop weekly with a pH-neutral hardwood cleaner (Bona or Loba).
- • Felt pads on all furniture legs.
- • Recoat every 5–7 years to extend the life of the finish.
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 dustless refinishing 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 dustless refinishing?
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 dustless refinishing 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 Floor Refinishing
Hardwood floor refinishing is the process of sanding off the existing finish and top surface of your wood floor, then applying new stain and 2–3 coats of protective finish — restoring worn floors to like-new condition.
Dustless Sanding
Dustless sanding uses HEPA-filtered vacuum-attached sanders and containment barriers to capture 99%+ of airborne dust generated during hardwood refinishing — leaving your home clean and habitable.
Screen and Recoat
A screen-and-recoat lightly abrades your existing finish and applies a fresh coat — restoring sheen and adding years of protection without a full sand-down.
Hardwood Floor Maintenance
Regular maintenance — proper cleaning products, correct technique and a screen-and-recoat every 5–7 years — can double the lifespan of a hardwood floor.