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Mike's Hardwood Flooring Inc
4.8(
418
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It could not have gone better. We recently bought a new place that had very old carpeting covering half the house. Although it is very hard to provide an estimate of refinishing floors when you don't know what is under the carpet, Mike was true to his estimate and his crew completed the job right on time. As with any job, there were some unexpected issues that needed to be addressed. Mike's team, and George in particular, were able to fix the problems (namely, wood HVAC vents and floor molding) at a very reasonable price. The best part of the job was that the master staircase was previously carpeted and was in pretty bad shape. After pulling up the carpet, Mike gave us some options on how to refinish and/or paint the stairs and risers. We had them refinish the stairs and risers (which cost a little extra), but now the stairs are a showpiece in the house. We couldn't be happier with the work that Mike did for us. We have now used him twice and would use him again in a heartbeat."
Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing Project
New Gym Floor and Striping
Winnetka IL 
White Oak 3 1/4 floor And Custom stairs color
Wide plank floor
New Gym Floor and Strips

+115

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Rustic Flooring Inc
5.0(
45
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a small repair job on wood laminate. Most companies I talked to didn’t want to bother unless I was replacing the entire floor. Rustic Flooring ( Marcel ) came out , sent his craftsmen out and did the job beautifully!!! They are skillful, courteous and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Marcel and his team."
Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing Project
Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation Project
Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation Project
Remodeling - General Project
Flooring Sales and Installation Project

+99

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Step Ahead Flooring
5.0(
78
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I appreciated their quick responses and were very knowledgeable and easy to work with. They were willing to come out right away for an estimate. It was a small job and they did an incredible job. I could not be happier with the process and end result. The floor looks amazing now after they replaced and refinished several planks. I thought I might be charged inappropriately for a smaller job but feel that the price was fair. I would definitely use them again and recommend them to anyone who needs their hardwood floors repaired/refinished."
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+22

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
SUPERIOR HARDWOOD FLOORS INC
4.9(
106
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I cannot recommend Superior Hardwood Floors highly enough! From start to finish, their professionalism, attention to detail, and craftsmanship exceeded my expectations. For my flooring project, they handled both the installation of new hardwood and the refinishing of my existing floors. The results were absolutely stunning—seamlessly blending the new wood with the old, creating a flawless, unified look throughout my home. The installation team was punctual, efficient, and clearly skilled in their craft. They took the time to ensure everything was perfectly aligned and cleaned up thoroughly after the job. The refinishing process brought my old, dull floors back to life, leaving them with a beautiful, rich finish that looks like it belongs in a magazine. George was patient with all my questions, helped me choose the best wood and stain options for my home, and communicated clearly at every step. He genuinely cares about delivering a quality product and ensuring his customers are happy. If you’re looking for experts who take pride in their work and deliver exceptional results, Superior Hardwood Floors is the way to go. I will definitely use their services again in the future and have already referred them to family and friends."
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+13

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Wizard Of Wood Floors Ltd
4.8(
222
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Called for an estimate to refinish wood floors of a 3 story home. Mike was out in a day, fair estimate and job was completed in less time than quoted. Beautiful beyond what I expected!! "
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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ALEX HARDWOOD FLOORING LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have hired Alex Hardwood Flooring three times with fantastic results! We appreciated the professionalism, work ethic and quality work they provided for us. Alex Hardwood Flooring is our go-to company for hardwood flooring. We refer them to our friends and we will hire them again."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Langwood flooring
5.0(
4
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had an excellent experience working with this flooring contractor. From start to finish, he was honest, reliable, and extremely trustworthy. He showed up when he said he would, communicated clearly throughout the project, and took the time to explain the process and answer any questions I had. The quality of his work was outstanding. The floors look absolutely beautiful, and you can tell he takes real pride in what he does. He paid attention to the details and made sure everything was done right. It’s not always easy to find someone who combines great craftsmanship with professionalism, but he definitely does. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for high-quality flooring work. If you want someone dependable who delivers excellent results, he’s the person to call."
Sand and refinish
Sand and refinish
Sand and refinish
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Exposition Carpet
4.9(
35
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

DBA: Exposition Carpet Co & rugstoyou.com.\nTogether our sales professionals and office staff have a wealth of knowledge and years of experience. Because of their thorough knowledge of materials and applications they can assist you with selecting the best products or creating unique solutions. And most important, they have the level of professional commitment to apply their best effort to each client's needs.

Urban Exotics Cherry-Russet
Light and Medium Traditional
Ceylon
Shaw Laminate - Natural Splendor
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FAQs for wood flooring refinish projects in Waukegan, IL

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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