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ABOUT OUR SERVICE
Original Floors Worth Saving
From Montford bungalows in Asheville to heritage cottages in Montreat and the historic districts of Morganton, Western North Carolina is full of homes with their original wood floors still in place. Decades of wear, water, sun, and past patch jobs can make those floors look past saving. Most of the time, they aren’t.
Historic floor restoration is careful work. We repair what can be saved, replace only what can’t, and finish the floor so the old wood and any new boards read as one surface. The goal is a floor that looks cared for, not brand new.
Older floors rarely match what’s sold today. Board widths, species, and grades have changed over the decades, and years of sanding, patching, and refinishing leave every original floor with its own history. That’s why every restoration starts with an assessment of your floor, not a price list.
WHAT WE RESTORE
What Historic Floor Restoration Includes
Every older floor carries its own history. These are the problems we see most and how we handle them. Most historic projects combine several of these, so your restoration plan is built around your floor, not a fixed package.
Board Weave-In Repairs
Cracked, gouged, or rotted boards are cut out and replaced with matched wood, then woven into the floor instead of patched on top.
Species, Grade & Grain Matching
Replacement boards are matched to your original wood’s species, grade, width, and grain so repairs are hard to find.
Past Patch Jobs Corrected
Mismatched boards and rough repairs from earlier decades are taken out and redone to blend with the original floor.
Squeaks & Loose Boards
Loose fasteners and seasonal movement corrected at the source, so the floor feels solid underfoot again.
Sun Fading Evened Out
Uneven color from windows, rugs, and furniture shadows color matched and refinished so the room reads as one floor.
Refinishing Original Wood
Damaged surface sanded away to reveal fresh wood beneath, with sample stains tested on your actual floor before we commit.
Character Worth Keeping
Original floors carry details new ones can’t copy: hand-laid patterns, natural grain variation, and the warm patina that only comes from decades of use. Restoration protects that character, repairing what’s damaged while keeping everything that makes the floor yours.
HOW WE WORK
Our Restoration Process
Older floors need a slower start. We learn the floor before we touch it.
Assessment & Quote
We inspect the floor, identify original boards and past repairs, and give you a detailed restoration plan and quote.
Cause Check
Moisture readings and subfloor checks confirm the source of any damage is solved before boards are replaced.
Match & Repair
Damaged boards are removed and matched replacements are woven into the original floor.
Refinish & Walkthrough
Stain and finish are blended across old and new wood, then we walk the floor with you and leave care instructions.
Historic Floor Restoration FAQs
How much does historic hardwood floor restoration cost?
It depends on how much of the floor needs repair, the wood species, whether matching boards can be sourced, and whether the whole room needs refinishing to blend. We give you a free estimate after seeing the floor. Call 828.528.3150 to schedule one.
How long does it take to restore an old hardwood floor?
It depends on the scope, and we give you a timeline with your quote. If the project includes a full sand and refinish, plan on the 4 to 7 days that work typically takes.
Can a historic floor be sanded again?
Usually, but not without limits. Every full sanding removes a layer of wood, and older floors may have been sanded several times already. We look at how much wood is left before recommending a full sand, and suggest a lighter approach when the floor calls for it.
Should I restore my original floors or replace them?
If the boards are sound and most damage is localized, restoring is almost always the better choice. Original wood can’t be replaced in kind, and replacing a whole floor costs more than saving it. We’ll tell you honestly which one your floor needs.
What finish works best on an old hardwood floor?
It depends on how you use the room. Hardwax oils like Osmo Polyx-Oil and Rubio Monocoat bring out natural grain and are easy to spot-repair. Bona Traffic HD is our choice for high-traffic homes. We’ll help you choose during your consultation.
Do you restore historic floors outside Asheville?
Yes. We work from our Black Mountain and Conover showrooms and restore original floors across Western NC, including Asheville, Montreat, Morganton, Hendersonville, Weaverville, and Boone.
Request a Historic Floor Assessment
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