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Diaz Hardwood Floors

4.80(
15
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•Approved Pro

Diaz Hardwood Floors

4.80(
15
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

"High End Craftsmanship" Diaz Hardwood Floors is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"A very responsive and knowledgeable company. I worked with Miguel and he came over and gave a very reasonable estimate. His team came in and plastic'd over everything (and I mean *everything*) so that no dust ended up on our pictures, kitchen, or anywhere else for that matter. The end result was better than I had expected - 20 years of life, dogs, beach sand, etc had brought many areas of the floor down to bare wood and very dulled finish (where any finish was left) - the brought it back to its former glory. Great work and I will definitely call them again if needed."

Joe A on July 2023

"High End Craftsmanship" Diaz Hardwood Floors is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"A very responsive and knowledgeable company. I worked with Miguel and he came over and gave a very reasonable estimate. His team came in and plastic'd over everything (and I mean *everything*) so that no dust ended up on our pictures, kitchen, or anywhere else for that matter. The end result was better than I had expected - 20 years of life, dogs, beach sand, etc had brought many areas of the floor down to bare wood and very dulled finish (where any finish was left) - the brought it back to its former glory. Great work and I will definitely call them again if needed."

Joe A on July 2023

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Floor Coverings International Monterey Bay

4.72(
16
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•Approved Pro

Floor Coverings International Monterey Bay

4.72(
16
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

Welcome to Floor Coverings International Monterey Bay! We are the premier flooring company, serving the greater Monterey Bay. We provide high quality design and installation services and carry the latest flooring products, including hardwood, carpet, vinyl and more! Take the guesswork out of getting new floors and schedule your free in home consultation today!

"Great"

Teresa D on April 2025

Welcome to Floor Coverings International Monterey Bay! We are the premier flooring company, serving the greater Monterey Bay. We provide high quality design and installation services and carry the latest flooring products, including hardwood, carpet, vinyl and more! Take the guesswork out of getting new floors and schedule your free in home consultation today!

"Great"

Teresa D on April 2025

Barakatt Floor Covering

5.00(
15
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•Approved Pro

Barakatt Floor Covering

5.00(
15
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

Over 40 years experience in the installation , finishing and repairs of quality hardwood flooring . Specialized in sand and finish with waterbase urethane and dust containment machines .

"Very well. Everything went according to his plan/schedule and pricing."

Elias H on June 2025

Over 40 years experience in the installation , finishing and repairs of quality hardwood flooring . Specialized in sand and finish with waterbase urethane and dust containment machines .

"Very well. Everything went according to his plan/schedule and pricing."

Elias H on June 2025

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Clark's Hardwood Floors

4.88(
280
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Clark's Hardwood Floors

4.88(
280
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
138 local quotes requested

Clark's Hardwood Floors is a Family owned and operated business. We have been installing and refinishing hardwood floors to residential and commercial customers since 1985. We enter our 31st year with an unequaled selection of native and exotic wood species to choose from. Our newly updated showroom is located at 251 E Hacienda Ave Ste A Campbell, CA 95008. Award winning.

"all good."

Weihua W on July 2024

Clark's Hardwood Floors is a Family owned and operated business. We have been installing and refinishing hardwood floors to residential and commercial customers since 1985. We enter our 31st year with an unequaled selection of native and exotic wood species to choose from. Our newly updated showroom is located at 251 E Hacienda Ave Ste A Campbell, CA 95008. Award winning.

"all good."

Weihua W on July 2024

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HGO hardwood floors counters and paint

5.00(
28
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HGO hardwood floors counters and paint

5.00(
28
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

If you are looking to rejuvenate your home look no further than HGO! We are the foremost authority in home improvement services for the San Francisco Bay area. We are a family owned and operated company specializing in all aspects of home improvement with our main focus being flooring. We replace and install all types of floors including Tile, Laminate and Wood and much more! Contact us today to schedule an appointment for your home.

"The floors turned out beautiful. David is great to work with. He wants his customer to be satisfied with his work. Cleans up every day after working."

linda m on April 2024

If you are looking to rejuvenate your home look no further than HGO! We are the foremost authority in home improvement services for the San Francisco Bay area. We are a family owned and operated company specializing in all aspects of home improvement with our main focus being flooring. We replace and install all types of floors including Tile, Laminate and Wood and much more! Contact us today to schedule an appointment for your home.

"The floors turned out beautiful. David is great to work with. He wants his customer to be satisfied with his work. Cleans up every day after working."

linda m on April 2024

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Five Star Floors

5.00(
13
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Five Star Floors

5.00(
13
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
118 local quotes requested

With over 40 years of professional flooring experience, we are here to address your flooring needs. We are a contractor that sells and installs all types of flooring. carpet, laminate, wood, tile, vinyl, bamboo.

"Fast and friendly service and at very affordable prices. Five Star Flooring was a pleasure to work with and will definitely look to them for future services!"

Lisa K on February 2025

With over 40 years of professional flooring experience, we are here to address your flooring needs. We are a contractor that sells and installs all types of flooring. carpet, laminate, wood, tile, vinyl, bamboo.

"Fast and friendly service and at very affordable prices. Five Star Flooring was a pleasure to work with and will definitely look to them for future services!"

Lisa K on February 2025

Robert Duncan Construction

5.00(
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Robert Duncan Construction

5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

General Contractor , Build and Design, Consulting, Commercial Building Maintenance, All kitchen remodels $500 off and $300 Off for Complete Bathroom remodels the month of September through December. 20% Off complete Remodel of Entire House. $50 Dollars of any Home Improvement, Hot water Heater, Tankless water heater, Garbage Disposal,Dishwasher ,Windows

General Contractor , Build and Design, Consulting, Commercial Building Maintenance, All kitchen remodels $500 off and $300 Off for Complete Bathroom remodels the month of September through December. 20% Off complete Remodel of Entire House. $50 Dollars of any Home Improvement, Hot water Heater, Tankless water heater, Garbage Disposal,Dishwasher ,Windows

PAUL BROWN CAMBRIAN FLOORS & CONSTRUCTION

5.00(
4
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PAUL BROWN CAMBRIAN FLOORS & CONSTRUCTION

5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

OWNER-OPERATED. 2 EMPLOYEES. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. LICENSE # 569725.

OWNER-OPERATED. 2 EMPLOYEES. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. LICENSE # 569725.

Color Your Carpet

4.38(
8
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Color Your Carpet

4.38(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Alpine Building and Construction

5.00(
4
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Alpine Building and Construction

5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Tired of Dealing with contractors who don’t show up on time, leave their garbage everywhere, and come in over-priced? Alpine Building Construction is a team of true professional craftsmen. We are clean cut, courteous, speak English, show up on time, and (usually) beat your budget. Unparalleled attention to detail, easy to work with, and will exceed your expectations. ** CALL or TEXT to schedule your free estimate (no emails please) 831.246.1221, and we will get back to you ASAP**

Tired of Dealing with contractors who don’t show up on time, leave their garbage everywhere, and come in over-priced? Alpine Building Construction is a team of true professional craftsmen. We are clean cut, courteous, speak English, show up on time, and (usually) beat your budget. Unparalleled attention to detail, easy to work with, and will exceed your expectations. ** CALL or TEXT to schedule your free estimate (no emails please) 831.246.1221, and we will get back to you ASAP**

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FAQs for wood flooring refinish projects in Santa Cruz, CA

The hardest wood floor finish is aluminum oxide, but it only comes on prefinished boards. If you want something durable you can add after installation, acid-cured is your best bet. The key to the longevity of any type of wood floor is a maintenance coat when a traffic pattern begins to show in high traffic areas.

Moisture-cured urethane is the most durable finish for homes with pets. However, It contains a lot of (VOCs) that can aggravate pets and people, especially at first. If you’re looking for a low-VOC alternative, water-based polyurethane is your best bet.

Bona sells several highly-rated polyurethane hardwood floor finish products, typically through small, local distributors. Brands like DuraSeal or Minwax also rank well for durability and ease of application. They are available at businesses such as Walmart and Amazon.

You have to seal unfinished hardwood floors to protect them from scratches and stains. The frequency depends on the type, but in general it’s ideal to refinish them between four and six times in their lifetime. This comes out to about every seven to 10 years.

Refinishing hardwood floors costs $1,100 to $2,400.

Wood stain adds a color to the surface. A finish adds a level of shine (e.g. matte, low-gloss, high-gloss) and seals the grain to protect against damage. Some companies, such as Minwax, offer products that do both at once.

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