Pre-Installation Checklist
To ensure a smooth and successful project, homeowners should follow these preparation steps before we install hardwood in your home:
- Clear the Area: Remove all furniture, rugs, and personal items from the room.
- Check Humidity Levels: Hardwood is sensitive to moisture. Your indoor humidity should ideally range between 35–55 percent.
- Acclimate the Wood: Let the hardwood flooring sit in the room for at least 48–72 hours before installation so it can adjust to the environment.
- Inspect the Subfloor: A level, dry subfloor is essential. Our team will help assess and prep the subfloor as needed.
Hardwood Floor Installation Expectations
When installing hardwood floors, we use high-quality techniques and tools to ensure lasting beauty. Whether you’re installing pre-finished planks or unfinished wood that will be stained and sealed on-site, the final look depends heavily on professional expertise.
Cost to Refinish Hardwood Floors vs. New Installation
Some homeowners consider refinishing hardwood floors instead of full replacement. The cost to refinish hardwood floors is typically lower than a full install, but it depends on the floor’s current condition. If your floors are significantly worn, new hardwood may be the better long-term investment.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing Tips
For those keeping their existing floors, hardwood floor refinishing involves sanding down the surface, fixing imperfections, and applying a new stain and finish. This process can extend the life of your floors and give them a like-new appearance.
How to Clean Hardwood Floors After Installation
Once your floors are installed, keeping them clean is key. Use a microfiber mop or vacuum with a hardwood setting. Avoid excess moisture and choose cleaners specifically made for wood flooring to preserve your quality hardwood.
Ready for a Beautiful Transformation?
Whether you’re installing hardwood floors for the first time or planning a hardwood floor refinishing project, Prattville Carpet is here to help. We proudly serve Prattville, AL, and surrounding areas including Hoover, Alabaster, Selma, Wetumpka, Tuskeegee, Greenville, Tyler, Notasulga, Deatsville, Marbury, Clanton, Thorsby, Jemison, Pelham, Auburn, Opelika, Tallassee, Dadeville, Eclectic, Jackson's Gap, Emerald Mountain, Hope Hull, and more. Visit our showrooms or contact us for expert hardwood flooring services.
