Below we have listed the main wood floor finishes that we offer. After years of finishing floors we’ve tried nearly every wood finish on the market and determined those that offer the best in visual appeal, durability + longevity. In addition to the finish products we’ve listed below we’re also experienced with many other products so we’re always happy to use a specific product for those that have a presence. Some other products that we occasionally use include; Waterlox, WOCA, Poloplaz, Ciranova, Blanchon, Bona Traffic, Bona Nordic Seal, paste waxes + many more.
Contractors that offer lower prices are likely not be using comparable finishes. ? Be sure you’re making an apples to apples comparison when comparing our bids with competitors, because sub-par products are far cheaper to buy and this can cause our bids to be higher than those using these products. A quality finish is very important as it can make floors last 10 years+ longer than cheaper alternatives.
BONA WOODLINE® [OIL BASED POLYURETHANE]
(SANDING & REFINISHING $4.99 SQ FT – $2,500 MINIMUM)
Bona Woodline® is an oil modified polyurethane floor finish for residential and commercial wood floors. Woodline provides a very tough / durable coating and enhances the natural color of woods.
✓ available in satin + semi-gloss sheens (we have alternatives for those wanting a matte sheen)
✓ develops an ambered patina over time & light exposure
✓ dries in 6-8 hours
✓ 40% cured in just 24 hour
✓ light foot traffic in 12 hours
✓ fully cured in 2 weeks
✓ 30 days for rugs
BASIC COATINGS EASYSTREET® or Bona Mega [WATERBASED FINISH]
(SANDING & REFINISHING $4.99 SQ FT – $2,500 MINIMUM)
Basic Coatings Easy Street® is an American Made single component water-based finish for both residential and commercial wood floors. EasyStreet provides outstanding durability & clarity without an external catalyst / hardener. EasyStreet’s superior wear properties, low odor & low VOC’s make it an excellent option for all types of hardwood floors.
✓ available in super matte, satin + semi-gloss sheens
✓ outstanding durability
✓ no offensive odors
✓ low VOC
✓ uv inhibitor helps to minimize yellowing, sunlight related damages & fading
✓ higher build then any other single component waterbased finish product
✓ fast drying (just 1-3 hours)
✓ fast curing (90% cured in 24 hours & fully cured in 7 days)
✓ light foot traffic in just 3 hours
✓ 2 weeks for rugs or covering the floors
BASIC COATINGS STREETSHOE® or Bona Traffic HD [2 COMPONENT COMMERCIAL WATERBASED]
(SANDING & REFINISHING $5.99 SQ FT – $2,500 MINIMUM)
Basic Coatings StreetShoe® is an American Made water-based commercial and residential finish that offers the ultimate in durability. Street Shoe outperforms all other wood floor finishes including; moisture cure, solvent based, oil modified or any other water-borne finish on the market. This product was designed specifically for high traffic hardwood floors. StreetShoe® is a 2 component system with a catalyst / hardener.
✓ matte, satin + semi-gloss sheens (alternative available in matte)
✓ ultimate durability
✓ no offensive odors
✓ low VOC
✓ uv inhibitor helps to minimize yellowing, sunlight related damages & fading
✓ higher build then any other 2 component waterbased finish product
✓ excellent chemical resistance
✓ fast drying (just 1-3 hours)
✓ fast curing (90% cured in just 24 hours & fully cured in 7 days)
✓ light foot traffic in just 3 hours
✓ 2 weeks for rugs or covering the floors
RUBIO MONOCOAT® [HARDWAX OIL]
(SANDING & REFINISHING $5.99 SQ FT – $2,500 MINIMUM)
Rubio Monocoat® is a penetrating non-toxic hardwax oil that protects wood floors by bonding to the wood fibers through molecular bonding. Rubio Monocoat® is a technologically advanced version of one of the most tried and true methods of protecting woods. If you’ve spent anytime in Europe you’ve likely seen some of the beautiful wood floors, nearly all of which don’t have a trace of polyurethane on them. We’re a Twin Cities distributor of Rubio Monocoat and we offer nationwide shipping. Please contact us for pricing or order inquiries.
Wood is a resilient material that expands + contracts and natural oil finishes like Rubio feed this porous material what it likes, and what is natural. On the other hand polyurethanes attempt to put a barrier between life + the wood. Rubio is a favorite product of ours and we are one of the most experienced users in the country and we’re without a doubt the most experienced locally.
Rubio is available in a Pure (clear) & 50+ other color shades; When coupled with our pretreatments & precolors the options of colors, textured & contrasting color looks, and custom finished looks is endless.
✓ super-matte sheen
✓ 0 VOC – non-toxic
✓ protects + colors in one easy application
✓ molecular bonds to wood fibers
✓ very wear resistant
✓ easy to maintain
✓ easy to touch up
✓ 6-12 hour dry time
✓ fast curing (80% cured in just 48 hours & fully cured in 1 week)
✓ 2 weeks for area rugs
✔︎ 40+ Color Options (colors are mixable to create an unlimited color selection)
LOBA® IMPACT OIL
Loba impact is a durable two component hardwax oil for wood floors. Based on 100% Natural vegetable oils, HS 2k ImpactOil contains no solvents, water or waxes. Available in transparent and 10 designer colors for a beautiufl satin sheen. HS 2k ImpactOil fortifies and protects from within.
(SANDING & REFINISHING $5.99 SQ FT – $2,500 MINIMUM)
✓100% Solids – solvent free
✓ Natural satin appearance
✓ Excellent water resistance, also suitable for bathrooms, kitchens, & other rooms exposed to high humidity