Pre Finished Floors

What exactly are pre finished hardwood flooring and what makes them any different than unfinished?

If hardwood flooring is “pre finished”, it means each board has been coated with polyurethane before it has even hit the shelf. Meaning, rather than being cut from the grain, this specific board was cut in a factory setting, making it more uniform with other pieces within that lot. Polyurethanes are used to coat floors, from wood and parquet to cement. This protective finish is resistant to abrasion and solvents yet is easy to clean and maintain.

The advantages of pre finished hardwood flooring are pretty straightforward. The finish is harder and lasts much longer than simple polyurethane applied after installation. That means you won’t have to worry about having it refinished for over a decade. Pre finished hardwood flooring is the best option if you want an easier installation process and if you want to move furniture into your home immediately after installation. This is due to the fact that the sanding finishing process is already complete, therefore, you can skip that entire process, as well as the waiting time for it to cure.

The durable finishes of pre finished hardwood allow for easy installation on a broad number of sub floors. This flexibility is not assured with site finished hardwood flooring. Additionally, pre finished hardwood can be installed in just about any climate because pre finished hardwood has proven to be more resistant to moisture and humidity than site finished hardwood.

This adaptability explains why pre finished hardwood floors are the choice for floors that are below grade and where the room is prone to moisture. In these conditions, pre finished hardwood floors are more versatile than site finished hardwood.

What do you think about pre finished floors? We offer a wide variety of pre finished selections. Feel free to stop by our showroom and check out all the amazing samples!