Are you looking to sand and refinish hardwood floors in White Plains NY?
It's amazing what a difference refinishing your hardwood flooring can make. Your floors will look brand new and you even have the option to change the color. You can go light, dark, mid tones, or red tones. It can really give your home (or room) a whole new look.
If you have hardwood underneath your carpets, we can restore the beauty of the hardwood underneath. It's amazing what a big difference this can make in your home. And, believe it or not, it is usually less expensive to refinish your floors than to recarpet. Refinishing your wood floors will also improve your home's value and it will be easier to clean and maintain.
At Floor Coverings International, we are a shop at home service. We will bring the "store to your door" so that you can see the flooring and colors in your own home and lighting and color coordinate with your paint colors and decor. When it comes to sanding and refinishing, not only we will help guide you in color selections, but we will also test out a few colors for you on your floor. This is important because every floor is different, so it's best to see what the stain will actually look like on your own floors (rather than a tiny sample).
We offer both the standard refinishing process as well as a dustless sanding system. Dustless sanding costs a bit extra, but many customers feel it's worth it, especially if they have someone with allergies in their household. We offer both oil and water based polyurethane, and we will help you understand the pros and cons on each method.
We are proud of our work, but don't rely on our word...ask our customers! We have won the Angie's list Super Service award 2 years in a row, and you can even check our google reviews online. And, we will gladly provide with a list of over 30 customers to call.
Our estimates are always free. So, when you're ready to refinish your hardwood floors in White Plains NY 10605, call us at 914-937-2950 and let us "bring the store to your door."
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Are you looking to sand and refinish hardwood floors in Yorktown NY?
It's amazing what a difference refinishing your hardwood flooring can make. Your floors will look brand new and you even have the option to change the color. You can go light, dark, mid tones, or red tones. It can really give your home (or room) a whole new look.
If you have hardwood underneath your carpets, we can restore the beauty of the hardwood underneath. It's amazing what a big difference this can make in your home. And, believe it or not, it is usually less expensive to refinish your floors than to recarpet. Refinishing your wood floors will also improve your home's value and it will be easier to clean and maintain.
At Floor Coverings International, we are a shop at home service. We will bring the "store to your door" so that you can see the flooring and colors in your own home and lighting and color coordinate with your paint colors and decor. When it comes to sanding and refinishing, not only we will help guide you in color selections, but we will also test out a few colors for you on your floor. This is important because every floor is different, so it's best to see what the stain will actually look like on your own floors (rather than a tiny sample).
We offer both the standard refinishing process as well as a dustless sanding system. Dustless sanding costs a bit extra, but many customers feel it's worth it, especially if they have someone with allergies in their household. We offer both oil and water based polyurethane, and we will help you understand the pros and cons on each method.
We are proud of our work, but don't rely on our word...ask our customers! We have won the Angie's list Super Service award 2 years in a row, and you can even check our google reviews online. And, we will gladly provide with a list of over 30 customers to call.
Our estimates are always free. So, when you're ready to refinish your hardwood floors in Yorktown NY 10598, call us at 914-937-2950 and let us "bring the store to your door."
Related posts:
Water based polyurethane vs. oil based: Which is better for refinishing hardwood floors?
I have hardwood underneath my carpets. Should I refinish the hardwood or recarpet?
What types of hardwood are best for pets?
This morning I received an interesting call from a nice homeowner in California.
Unfortunately, she is having some problems with new and old floors. It seems that she had some pickled oak floors in some areas of the home and was adding new hardwood to match and then refinish all the areas so that thye matched. She interviewed several contractors and asked them about replacing some sections and starting from scratch vs. adding new and blending it in. They opted for blending in, and I will say that on the surface, this probably was probably the right thing to do, and probably what I would have advised as well.
However, her floors do not match.
Now, bear in mind, that I have not seen her floors, so all this info below is speculative based on her descriptions and I'm counseling her as I'm driving (to Starbucks, of course LOL)
The most likely reason for the mismatch is that they have 2 different species in there - red oak and white oak. She stumbled across one of my blog posts on TheFlooringGirl.com Red oak vs white oak - What's the Difference? She said it was the first thing she came across that made any sense to her and was written in clear English. So, she gave The Flooring Girl a call, and I did my best to try to help.
I told her the 2nd most likely issue is that there are different grades of oak - select grade vs. No 1 vs. No 2, so it's possible that even if they got the species right, the wood could look different pending on mixing the grades. And, it's possible she has both issues. I referred her to the National wood floor Assocation on this since I have not yet written a blog on this topic (coming soon LOL). But, I do know that there site has some pictures which would help her.
It is also possible that part of the issue may also be that her old floors which were pickled could have been damaged during the pickling process. Sometimes, they use bleach to do this, so it is possible that this is causing part of the issue. Also, the other floor is older..but it's only 20 yrs old, and the issues of age tend to show up more with old pine than with oak. (In Westchester, we have many older homes that are over 100 yrs old...so if there is pine and it's aged for over 100 yrs, that's much more challenging to match.
I then tried to provide some suggestions of what she might be able to do...short of ripping up and replacing the floor (which I think both parties want to try to avoid (oh, and by the way, she is staying in hotel while this work is going on, and her hotel bill is adding up every day that goes by). So, I suggested that they try some tints on the next coat of polyurethane to see if that would help make them more even. I also noted that she could try a darker stain...the darker you go, the less you will notice the color variation. I also pointed her to my blog post on water based vs. oil based polyurethane - which is better for refinishing hardwood floors? They were using water based polyurethane which not only won't last as long, but most likely the oil based poly will help blend the floors better and bring out the color better. I also told her about the Minwax stain colors that she could find on line and which colors are most in style.
I advised her to have them test several different options before proceeding as well as have them try to identify the type of woods used..once they know that, it will help them problem solve better - whichever solution they use - either replace/redo, refinish or tint.
I really do hope things work out for her, and I realized afterwards that I don't have her contact info to follow up (she called from a Private Number). I think it's really cool to think about what a wide impact we can have on the web. Oh, and, as it turns out, she knows an architect in my county, so you never know.
Radiant heated floors | Scarsdale NY 10583 | Perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, basement and sun rooms
Are your feet cold in the winter? If you have tile floors or rooms that tend to be cold in the winter, radiant heat flooring may be a great option for you. Heated floors provide a level of comfort and luxury and once you've experienced them, you'll never want to go back! They are the perfect addition to your home in Scarsdale.
If you are installing new floors for your home in Scarsdale NY, consider adding radiant heat. Whether it's tile flooring (ceramic, porcelain, natural stone), hardwood, laminate and floating floors, cork or even carpet, radiant heated floors are a wonderful option. The experts at Floor Coverings International can help you find the both ideal flooring for you and the right radiant heat option that works with that type of flooring. After all, we "bring the store to your door," making it easy to find the right colors and styles for you and we guide you every step along the way.
More and more Scarsdale home owners are adding radiant heat to:
At Floor Coverings International of Scarsdale NY, we proudly use Warmup Radiant heated floors. Now, radiant heat flooring can be used for virtually all types of flooring surfaces - tile, many types of hardwood, laminate, cork, bamboo and now even carpet. We customize the flooring based on your needs. Warmup provides outstanding temperature controlled heat, and they provide a 30 year transferable warranty on their product.
With Warmup radiant heat flooring, not only will your floors heat up quickly, but once they reach your desired temperature level, they will stabilize. With the programmable thermometer, you can control the heat to your desired temperature.
Radiant floor heating has become more and more affordable these last couple of years. While every project is different, pending on the type of flooring you are installing, size of space (as well as placement of electric boxes in your home), and general rule of thumb is that the radiant heat will probably add an additional 20-50% to the cost of your flooring project. Given the added level of comfort (as well as some potential energy savings), many feel this is worth it.
Warmup is the fastest growing electric in floor heating company in North America. Their award winning products are designed to be the thinnest, toughest and safest in the industry. They have exceptional customer service and their professional support team is available 24/7/365 days a year.
Floor Coverings International installs all types of flooring - hardwood, tile, carpet, laminate, cork, bamboo and other eco-friendly flooring options. We are a shop at home service, so we come to your home. We are part of a nationwide buying group (there are over 100 of us across the US and Canada), so we buy directly fro the manufacturers and are very reasonably priced. Our estimates are always free. We provide guidance and our goal is to make the shopping process fun and easy. Call us at 914-937-2950 for a FREE estimate and let us "bring the store to your door."
Radiant heated floors | Scarsdale NY 10583 | Perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, basement and sun rooms
Are you looking to sand and refinish hardwood floors in Briarcliff NY?
It's amazing what a difference refinishing your hardwood flooring can make. Your floors will look brand new and you even have the option to change the color. You can go light, dark, mid tones, or red tones. It can really give your home (or room) a whole new look.
If you have hardwood underneath your carpets, we can restore the beauty of the hardwood underneath. It's amazing what a big difference this can make in your home. And, believe it or not, it is usually less expensive to refinish your floors than to recarpet. Refinishing your wood floors will also improve your home's value and it will be easier to clean and maintain.
At Floor Coverings International, we are a shop at home service. We will bring the "store to your door" so that you can see the flooring and colors in your own home and lighting and color coordinate with your paint colors and decor. When it comes to sanding and refinishing, not only we will help guide you in color selections, but we will also test out a few colors for you on your floor. This is important because every floor is different, so it's best to see what the stain will actually look like on your own floors (rather than a tiny sample).
We offer both the standard refinishing process as well as a dustless sanding system. Dustless sanding costs a bit extra, but many customers feel it's worth it, especially if they have someone with allergies in their household. We offer both oil and water based polyurethane, and we will help you understand the pros and cons on each method.
We are proud of our work, but don't rely on our word...ask our customers! We have won the Angie's list Super Service award 2 years in a row, and you can even check our google reviews online. And, we will gladly provide with a list of over 30 customers to call.
Our estimates are always free. So, when you're ready to refinish your hardwood floors in Briarcliff NY 10510, call us at 914-937-2950 and let us "bring the store to your door."
Related posts:
Water based polyurethane vs. oil based: Which is better for refinishing hardwood floors?
I have hardwood underneath my carpets. Should I refinish the hardwood or recarpet?
What types of hardwood are best for pets?
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We are a shop at home flooring store in Westchester NY: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile, Laminate Bamboo, Cork & Refinish hardwood floors & more. We make buying a floor fun. We "bring the store to your door."
We are a shop at home flooring store in Westchester NY.
That is important - not only from a convenience standpoint, but more importantly from a color coordination perspective. You want to view the samples in your own lighting (yes, it does look different in the store than your home) and match with furniture and paint colors. "We bring the store to your door." Westchester NY Flooring - hardwood, carpet, tile.
I am known as "The Flooring girl."
I seem to be one of the few women in a male dominated industry...an industry which focuses on making the home look more beautiful, and an industry where women are often the primary decision maker. Hence, I see it as a huge advantage being a woman owned business. I have a flair for design and I have the patience to sit w/ my customer to help them pick out the right type of flooring, the best color and the best design layout for their taste and decor. I try to help guide my customers on the best flooring and design choices for them, and I love when I hear, "Wow, you made it so easy."
We are part of nation-wide buying group so we are very reasonably priced. We will take the hassle and guesswork out of picking the right floor.
Our sister companies include California Closets, CertaPro Painters, Handyman Connection and Paul Davis Restoration.
As I mentioned, we are nationwide, you if you want to find someone like me who lives near you, please visit our flooring website and at the bottom there is an option to find other locations across US and Canada.
914-937-2950
Specialties:
Westchester hardwood flooring, Carpet, Tile/Natural Stone flooring. We sell and install all types of flooring - unfinished and prefinished hardwood, solid and engineered hardwood, residential carpet (wool, nylon, polyester) and commercial carpet, ceramic tile, porcelain tile and natural stone. We also refinish hardwood floors.
Specialty products & green products :
We also sell and install Bamboo flooring, Cork, Laminate, Vinyl, Carpet Runners, Granite Countertops, Dustless Sanding.
Feel free to download our free flooring guide
My favorite flooring blog posts - Westchester NY
We service Westchester and Fairfield counties including:
Fairfield County, CT
Westchester County NY
We are a proud Angie's List member with an A rating (5 Page of Happiness awards). We've also made the honor roll. We've won Super Service Award for 2 years in a row - 2010 and 2011.
Winner of 2009 Silver Growth Award
Winner of 2010 Silver Growth Award
Proud members of the following organizations:
- Weschester Women's Council of Realtors
- BNI (Business Networking International) - 3 groups
- WEDC (Women's Education Development Center)
- WBC (Westchester Business Connection)
- PWW (Professional Women of Westchester)
- First Friday's - A women's networking group for Westchester
I'm originally from Chappaqua, NY and currently live in White Plains, NY. I went to college at Dartmouth and got my MBA at the University of Chicago. Prior to owning my own flooring store, I was a marketing director at Procter & Gamble, Cadbury Schweppes and Revlon. I've lived in New York, New Hampshire, Washington, DC, Chicago, Cincinnati, Stamford, CT and now back in New York.
I have 2 adorable cats (from one of my customers) and I love pets. The pets always seem to remember me - even when I go back a year or two later for a repeat custoner.
Here are some of the many testimonials customer have written about us.
"A great team from concept (Debbie) to execution (Fabio) who provide what the customer wants within schedule and budget. Honest, eco-friendly with excellent pricing for exceptional work."
- Lisa and Peter H, (Tarrytown)
"Up to date, Debbie and crew have been 5*. The project will start 12/18/09 then I'll send a full report. Thank you. "
- Jane G (Ossining)
"Great job."
- Joe M (Eastchester)
"Very responsive, neat and clean with all of their work and the end result was fantastic. I am having them back for an estimate on more work. They are great to deal with and absolutely know what they are talking about. "
- Brian Y (Stamford)
"They were very professional and efficient at the job. This was a good choice for the carpet installation and will use thier services again. "
- Earlean (Port Chester)
"The sales process was easy -- the samples were the sort of thing we'd talked about on the phone, and Debbie gave me quite a lot of good advice about what would work, both physically and esthetically. The carpet arrived quickly and the installation process was pleasant, efficient and very professional. The price was pretty good too -- some of the other people I talked to gave me low-ball prices that I didn't really trust. With FCI, I got the quality I paid for. I couldn't be more pleased and would hire them again in a minute if I had any more rooms!"
- Susan H (Bronxville)
"The project was top notch. Not only did they consistently show up on time, but they finished the project early and were extremely professional and curtious[sic]."
- Lauren G (Stamford)
"Excellent craftsmanship; pride in their work, friendly and knowledgeable people. FCI listened to what we wanted and they came through 100% with a beautiful hardwood floor and new rug. "
- Shira (Stamford)
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