Installation - Prefinished Flooring

Prefinished flooring is exactly that, it comes from the factory already finished and ready to install. To begin installing all we need is a clean, smooth and dry subfloor. Prefinished flooring has the following advantages:

  • Quickest install (we can lay 750 sq. ft. in a day).
  • Very little dust and debris, if any.
  • No smell caused by the finish.
  • Comparable in price to a regular hardwood floor installation.
  • Has the same life span as regular flooring.
  • More convenient for the homeowner as it can be used immediately after installation.
  • Approximately 20% of our installs are with prefinished flooring.

Finishing - Hardwood Flooring

Generally, finishing a hardwood floor takes three coats applied over a period of three days, however, if humidity levels are high, it could take an additional day to complete the process.

After the floors are sanded and cleaned, we apply the first coat of either stain or polyurethane (depending upon the desired finish). We allow the coat to dry over night and when it is sufficiently hard, we lightly sand the coat with a fine grit sandpaper (100 – 120 grit) to knockdown the grain, and to create a surface that will allow the next coat to adhere properly. The second coat of polyurethane is applied and allowed to dry overnight. The process is continued until all three coats have been applied leaving a beautiful hardwood floor that will last for years.

Finishing - Hardwood Flooring

Sealers

Oil based: 90% of the finishing jobs use an oil base poly, which has a light honey patina that adds to the beauty of the wood and brings out the natural woodgrain patterns.

Water Based: Usually a clear finish that enhances the beauty of the grain without adding any color. Water based is used in situations where a light colored wood needs to meld into the decorating scheme of the room.

Stains

Our high quality stains come in a variety of shades and patinas. They are designed to penetrate and seal the wood, while adding luxurious color. A coat of stain takes the place of a polyurethane coat. Example: one coat of stain with two coats of polyurethane is needed to complete a finishing job. A natural finish takes three coats of polyurethane with no stain coat.

Consultation

We typically inspect the site to determine exactly what needs to be done, and help build an accurate estimate. Some of the variables we look for are:

  • A dry, smooth subfloor. If necessary it will be sanded and cleaned thoroughly.
  • A suitable subfloor that is at least 3/4″ thick.
  • Carpet board and waffle board must be removed.
  • Desired type of wood, finish and grain pattern. Samples are provided.

Dustless Sanding - Hardwood Flooring

Dustless sanding of an existing wood floor usually consists of (2 – 4) passes. Each pass is done with a different grit of sand paper, with a final pass using a very fine 100 – 120 grit, depending on the type of wood being sanded. We stock sandpapers with grits of: 16, 24, 36, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 and 120. The lower the number, the coarser the grit. Our professional refinishers select the proper combination of sandpapers needed for the job.

Installation - Hardwood Flooring

The installation of hardwood floors requires the same subfloor preparation as with prefinished flooring. The only difference is that sanding and finishing are required. We also offer a “Sanding Only” option where the homeowner is responsible for the finishing.

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    1. Larry Stewart says:

      I am a repeat customer for Erick’s services. His first job for me was to replace a large tile floor with hardwoods, which he did very well and matched perfectly with existing hardwoods.

      The most recent job was I required was to replace a damaged basement carpeting with laminate flooring. Because of the insurance process, I had quotes in hand, but I called Erick. Once again, he beat them all. It is especially gratifying that you can work with someone of Erick’s skill and professionalism and still pay a fair price.

      He and his team completed the work much faster than expected through diligent work. In addition to laminate install, he also replaced all floor molding and added a matching quarter round molding. Once again, he had to match existing hardwood stairs with the laminate finish and he did a wonderful job. Just to add complexity, he creatively replaced basement kitchen molding to match another wood finish. He is very skilled in his profession.

      Erick and Rios Flooring are the go-to guys for high quality work at a fair price. I would not use anyone else and I’ve never hesitated to refer him to neighbors and friends.

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    2. Peter Miralles says:

      Rios family run business was referred to me from a master carpenter friend of mine. His referrals are always great. Rios was no exception. Eric Rios quoted me in writing a reasonable fee. He called 2 days in advance to confirm his arrival time. Rios came the day I expected him and their were no surprises. They left the property very clean. He is a master craftsman.

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    3. Zev Schloss says:

      I manage a real estate investment company and have been using Eric Rios of Rios Hardwood Flooring for several years on low-end and extremely high-end properties. Eric’s pricing is competitive and quality is superb! He installs new, repairs old, etc. His specialty is making an older floor look brand new! He’s really excellent at what he does and is very customer oriented. I’ve used him on my personal home and would recommend him to others.

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    4. Gillian Sharp says:

      Eric and his team provided top quality service. We were delighted with the finished floors. Eric was able to fit our job in despite a short deadline. Would highly recommend!

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    5. Chuck Garland says:

      We wanted to update our home and had decided on putting in hardwood instead of carpeting. Two of our neighbors had used Rios Hardwood Flooring and were VERY PLEASED. Both neighbors are, putting it mildly, very particular. So, we felt confident that the installation would be done correctly, and it was.

      To get an estimate, Erick arrived onetime, gave us suggestions and was willing to provide two quotes – one for partial and the second for the entire foyer, great room, kitchen and sun room. He even offered to check to see if he could buy the flooring at a better price than stores had quoted. Rios Hardwood Flooring may cost more, but, the old saying is true: “You get what you pay for!” They are worth it, period!

      The Rios crew came each day on time, were very polite while they worked. They told us in advance of the disruption of moving furniture, taking up old flooring, etc. They were great by blending / mixing various wood planks to create a non-uniform pattern making the rooms seem larger and very elegant! It was more art-work than installation! Thanks!

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