When you first install new hardwood floors, they are simply gorgeous, the main attraction in your home. Then life happens and you simply use them the way they are intended.

Year after year goes by, and suddenly those shiny, beautiful floors don’t look quite the same. Is it time to replace them? Do they need refinishing? How do you know what to do?

There are a few basic ways to tell if its time for repair and refinishing.

What happens when you drop liquid onto the floor?

When you have brand new hardwood flooring installed, any liquid instantly beads up and lies on the surface. The older a floor gets, the more it begins to absorb spills as they occur. If liquid seeps into the boards, it can quickly create a deep, dark stain, and slowly begin to warp the wood. This isn’t a good thing!

Have you noticed gaps between the boards?

Over time, wood settles. It moves and shifts with all of the daily use you give it. And as these gaps become deeper, wider and more noticeable, they also become more problematic. When boards no longer match up properly, it creates an imbalance that can quickly damage the rest of your floor in short order.

Has the finish begun to dull?

Remember that shiny, new look you loved? While you simply forget that over time, if you take a few moments to look at your floors, you may see that they have dulled over time. Scratches have started to appear, discoloring has begun, and no matter what you do, they simply seem dark and dingy. This is a sign its time to refinish your wood flooring and return it to its natural beauty.

One important thing to keep in mind; refinishing will not repair damage to the floor. If you notice any signs of damage – spots, stains, warped boards, bent boards, cracks, squeaks, or other issues – repairing is mandatory before refinishing. And if the damage is too severe, it may be time to replace your wood flooring all together.

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