Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Bring Your Dull, Worn Floors Back to Life
Most hardwood floors can be refinished 3–5 times over their lifetime — and a professional refinish costs a fraction of full replacement. Ramos Wood Floors uses professional-grade dustless equipment and Bona Traffic HD, a commercial-grade waterborne finish trusted by flooring contractors across the country.
Whether your floors are scratched, faded, or stained from years of traffic and pets, we sand back to bare wood and apply the finish or stain color of your choice. You get a floor that looks brand new — at a price that makes sense.
What's Included
Everything Covered in This Service
Floor Assessment
We check wood thickness, existing finish, and overall condition to confirm refinishing is the right solution.
Dustless Sanding
Three-pass sanding with professional drum and edge sanders — 95%+ of dust captured at the source.
Custom Staining (optional)
Choose from dozens of stain colors, or keep the natural wood tone. We apply test patches before committing.
Bona Traffic HD Finish
2–3 coats of commercial-grade waterborne finish — hard, clear, and resistant to traffic and UV.
Full Cleanup
We vacuum, tack-cloth, and remove all equipment. Your home is left clean and ready to re-furnish.
2-Year Guarantee
All refinishing work is covered by our 2-year workmanship guarantee.
How It Works
Our Step-by-Step Process
Free Estimate & Assessment
We inspect your floors, measure, check wood thickness, and give you a firm written quote the same day.
Furniture Removal & Prep
You clear the room; we mask baseboards, vents, and doorways and confirm the finish direction with you.
Rough Sanding
Drum sander removes the old finish and levels the surface. Edge sander handles perimeters and corners.
Screen Sanding
A lighter screen pass smooths the grain and prepares the surface for stain or finish.
Staining (if selected)
Stain is applied evenly, wiped, and allowed to dry completely before top coats begin.
Finish Coats & Cure
2–3 coats of Bona Traffic HD applied in sequence with drying time between coats. Final light screen before the last coat.
Inspection & Handoff
We walk through the finished floors with you and provide care instructions and a 24-hour no-traffic rule for the final coat to cure.
Materials & Products
What We Use on Every Project
Our preferred finish is Bona Traffic HD — a 2K waterborne polyurethane used in schools, gymnasiums, and high-traffic commercial spaces. It dries clear, won't yellow, and stands up to years of daily traffic. For customers who prefer an oil-modified finish with a warmer amber tone, we offer that option as well.
Stains are mixed to match popular brands including Minwax, Duraseal, and Bona. We can match an existing color or create a new custom look. All stains are applied by hand and wiped for even coverage.
Common Problems We Fix
Floor Issues We Solve
Pet Scratches & Stains
Deep sanding removes surface-level pet damage. Severe pet urine stains may require board replacement first.
UV Fading & Discoloration
Sanding removes the oxidized surface layer and restores the original wood color.
Water Rings & Surface Stains
Light water damage and surface stains are removed during the sanding process.
Old or Peeling Finish
Oil-modified finishes that peel or flake are fully sanded away and replaced with a durable waterborne finish.
Dull, Flat Appearance
Fresh finish brings back the depth, sheen, and color of your original wood.
Minor Gaps & Surface Cracks
We fill small gaps with wood filler tinted to match your stain color before finish coats.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Service Areas
We Come to You Across the Rockford Region
Serving homeowners and businesses in Winnebago, Boone, and Ogle counties.
Free Estimate
Get Your Free, No-Obligation Estimate
Tell us about your project and we'll get back to you within 24 hours with honest pricing and a plan. No pressure, no surprises.
- Free in-home estimate — no obligation
- 2-year workmanship guarantee
- Licensed & fully insured in Illinois
- 13+ years of hands-on experience
- Owner Harnol Ramos on every job
- Serving all Rockford-area communities
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(917) 957-0253