Specializing in
Hardwood Flooring
Interior Painting
Licensed and Insured in Hillsborough and Pasco
Quality Craftsmanship at a Fair Price
Hardwood Flooring
Interior Painting
Licensed and Insured in Hillsborough and Pasco
Quality Craftsmanship at a Fair Price
Jordan Erickson, LLC
Screen and Coat
For Worn or Dull Hardwood Floors
( Rejuvenating - Revitalizing )
The screen and recoat (also called buff & coat) procedure for hardwood floors is a cost effective method of revitalizing worn or dull floors. Instead of paying for a complete refinishing, floors can be brought back to life, but do not expect deep scratches and dings to be removed.
Frequent applications can protect floors and eliminate the need for a complete refinishing at a later date.
Screening involves abrading the old finish on the existing floor making it compatible for applying another layer of new finish. Minor surface scratches and marring from moving furniture will be removed. Jordan brings his floor buffer and attach a special sanding screen to the bottom. Jordan and his co-worker will be on their hands and knees ensuring every square inch is properly prepared. The floor is thoroughly vacuumed and coat(s) of finish is applied. One coat of Traffic Waterborne Commercial Satin Finish - a smooth flat matte finish - can make an Engineered Floor look great again. Most projects take a day or two to complete plus dry time.
Note: Jordan cannot guarantee that the finish will bond with existing floor coating. There are many factors to consider if you are planning on going with a re-coat. Jordan will go over all of the risks with each customer if he/she decides to go with a re-coat. If finish does not adhere then a complete sand and finish is necessary.
Screening involves abrading the old finish on the existing floor making it compatible for applying another layer of new finish. Minor surface scratches and marring from moving furniture will be removed. Jordan brings his floor buffer and attach a special sanding screen to the bottom. Jordan and his co-worker will be on their hands and knees ensuring every square inch is properly prepared. The floor is thoroughly vacuumed and coat(s) of finish is applied. One coat of Traffic Waterborne Commercial Satin Finish - a smooth flat matte finish - can make an Engineered Floor look great again. Most projects take a day or two to complete plus dry time.
Note: Jordan cannot guarantee that the finish will bond with existing floor coating. There are many factors to consider if you are planning on going with a re-coat. Jordan will go over all of the risks with each customer if he/she decides to go with a re-coat. If finish does not adhere then a complete sand and finish is necessary.
Sanding and Refinishing
Jordan takes care of just one customer at a time. Floor Sanding & Refinishing is a three or more day process, and he settles for nothing less than total satisfaction on the part of his customers. Each step of the work is carefully and professionally executed, from the operation of machinery down to the detailed hand work and scraping.
Jordan prepares, plastic off and secures the area to be sanded. After setting any nails and board replacements are completed, a through exam of the floor is performed by Jordan, then the sanding process begins.
There are many grits that can be used depending on many factors (12, 16, 24, 36, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 & 120). Typically, Jordan uses 4 grits of sandpaper (36, 50, 80 & 100). The floor sander cuts first with a rough grit to ensure flatness, while the borders are hand edged with another machine called an edger and "real" hand tools. The "filling" the entire floor with floor filler is performed prior to the 100 grit sanding and edging is started. The filler fills all holes and dries, then Jordan continues with the final sanding. Jordan with his youth and experience - knows - by his professional experience and instincts - exactly how to operate the machines for their final sanding. Your hardwood floor will become it's utmost smoothness and is now ready to receive the coats of finish.
All corners and saddles are hand scraped and prepared, and after a thorough sweeping, the floor is circularly sanded with his buffer and a fine 120 grit screen. After vacuuming and cleaning, a first coat of sealer is applied. In between coats, Jordan screens and hand sands to slick perfection, applying a second and third coat of finish on following days.
Note: For Parquet Flooring Refinishing sometimes it is necessary for the floor to be filled twice. Jordan does one fill prior to the 80 grit and another at 100 grit. Yes, these floors proudly say.. " I Love Jordan's Labor of Love. "
Jordan prepares, plastic off and secures the area to be sanded. After setting any nails and board replacements are completed, a through exam of the floor is performed by Jordan, then the sanding process begins.
There are many grits that can be used depending on many factors (12, 16, 24, 36, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100 & 120). Typically, Jordan uses 4 grits of sandpaper (36, 50, 80 & 100). The floor sander cuts first with a rough grit to ensure flatness, while the borders are hand edged with another machine called an edger and "real" hand tools. The "filling" the entire floor with floor filler is performed prior to the 100 grit sanding and edging is started. The filler fills all holes and dries, then Jordan continues with the final sanding. Jordan with his youth and experience - knows - by his professional experience and instincts - exactly how to operate the machines for their final sanding. Your hardwood floor will become it's utmost smoothness and is now ready to receive the coats of finish.
- IF - wax is on your floor
- THEN - Sandpaper Grits of 12 or 16 may have to be used as well
- ------> Very labor intensive and requires alot of additional sandpaper
All corners and saddles are hand scraped and prepared, and after a thorough sweeping, the floor is circularly sanded with his buffer and a fine 120 grit screen. After vacuuming and cleaning, a first coat of sealer is applied. In between coats, Jordan screens and hand sands to slick perfection, applying a second and third coat of finish on following days.
Note: For Parquet Flooring Refinishing sometimes it is necessary for the floor to be filled twice. Jordan does one fill prior to the 80 grit and another at 100 grit. Yes, these floors proudly say.. " I Love Jordan's Labor of Love. "
Jordan Erickson, LLC
A
screen and coat is a light sanding that removes surface scratches and blemishes, and revitalizes the wood. Requires only one day and applies a durable new top coat, and one more day to dry. An additional finish coat may be applied to enhance the life of your floor.
If the floor has deep scratches, and is bad shape, Jordan can sand and refinish , your floor which involves sanding the floor bare, applying filler, a coat of sealer and 2 coats of finish.
This process takes longer and is more than twice the price of a screen and coat.
Big Dogs with Scratchy Nails - No Problem!!!
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If the floor has deep scratches, and is bad shape, Jordan can sand and refinish , your floor which involves sanding the floor bare, applying filler, a coat of sealer and 2 coats of finish.
This process takes longer and is more than twice the price of a screen and coat.
Big Dogs with Scratchy Nails - No Problem!!!
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Hardwood Refinishing
Options
Options
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Staircase
Sand & Finish
Treads and Risers
Sand & Finish
Treads and Risers
Jordan can Sand and Finish your new or old staircase with beautiful results.
Jordan is an expert as he has refinished 95+ staircases.
Types of Finish:
Oil base finish or oil modified poly, is a great finish that is very commonly used.
Oil base provides a beautiful natural look, especially for natural color.
Oil base is durable and long lasting.
Traffic is very durable, long lasting and is unsurpassed in quality.
Traffic is offered in 2 sheens: Satin and Semi-Gloss.
Traffic is fast drying and cures completely in 7 days or less.
Traffic is typically used for commercial jobs and high end homes.
Jordan is an expert as he has refinished 95+ staircases.
Types of Finish:
Oil base finish or oil modified poly, is a great finish that is very commonly used.
Oil base provides a beautiful natural look, especially for natural color.
Oil base is durable and long lasting.
Traffic is very durable, long lasting and is unsurpassed in quality.
Traffic is offered in 2 sheens: Satin and Semi-Gloss.
Traffic is fast drying and cures completely in 7 days or less.
Traffic is typically used for commercial jobs and high end homes.
Another consideration on the finished look of your hardwood flooring will be the
baseboard and/or quarter round molding. Laminate (floating) and hardwood flooring require a space or "expansion
joint" along all the walls in order for the floor to expand and
contract properly.
Below is Jordan's recommendation; however, he will perform any task in the manner the customer wants.
Jordan will leave a space at all wall edges (or existing baseboards) that must be covered. The problem with removing existing baseboards and re-installing on top of your new laminate/hardwood floor, is that your sub-floor is not level - you may see gaps under the baseboard - because the baseboard has to be straight at it's top; - quarter round hides all these little issues as the quarter round is more flexible. In addition, removing and replacing baseboard in not an easy thing to do; keeping your original baseboards in place results in no possible damage to your existing baseboard or the walls. And, other installers will install the 1/4 round; and have you - the customer - have to hire a painter to paint them. Most of my customers request that I paint the quarter round (and baseboards) before I leave the project.
So please be careful, when another installer wants to remove & replace your existing baseboards and not install quarter round as you may not be happy with the results. At least - find out what he/she really means from their point of view.
The decision to use a matching baseboard or a painted baseboard is your choice. Popular preference is to use a painted baseboard. Jordan believes this best as he has seen both, and the painted baseboard is a nice contrast with the floor while blending with the walls. Since the baseboard is on a vertical surface up against the wall, it is a part of the wall and should match the wall. In Jordan's humble opinion, if your baseboard/quarter round is the same color as the floor - then it looks odd - it looks as if the floor is lapping up the wall. If laminate flooring is done in a larger area, many will find that using the matching baseboard is a lot more expensive than painting. If you want a new look, replace your existing baseboard with 5 1/4 baseboard (which will not require 1/4 round as the old baseboards will be removed prior to the install).
As long as the quarter round is the same color as the baseboard, the quarter round actually makes the base look like a more expensive piece of molding, with more depth and character.
Jordan will be happy to do any of the work you require, but believes it important you have appropriate facts to assist in your home improvement decisions. Jordan is very capable of all of your painting, hardwood flooring, baseboard and quarter round requirements.
Below is Jordan's recommendation; however, he will perform any task in the manner the customer wants.
Jordan will leave a space at all wall edges (or existing baseboards) that must be covered. The problem with removing existing baseboards and re-installing on top of your new laminate/hardwood floor, is that your sub-floor is not level - you may see gaps under the baseboard - because the baseboard has to be straight at it's top; - quarter round hides all these little issues as the quarter round is more flexible. In addition, removing and replacing baseboard in not an easy thing to do; keeping your original baseboards in place results in no possible damage to your existing baseboard or the walls. And, other installers will install the 1/4 round; and have you - the customer - have to hire a painter to paint them. Most of my customers request that I paint the quarter round (and baseboards) before I leave the project.
So please be careful, when another installer wants to remove & replace your existing baseboards and not install quarter round as you may not be happy with the results. At least - find out what he/she really means from their point of view.
The decision to use a matching baseboard or a painted baseboard is your choice. Popular preference is to use a painted baseboard. Jordan believes this best as he has seen both, and the painted baseboard is a nice contrast with the floor while blending with the walls. Since the baseboard is on a vertical surface up against the wall, it is a part of the wall and should match the wall. In Jordan's humble opinion, if your baseboard/quarter round is the same color as the floor - then it looks odd - it looks as if the floor is lapping up the wall. If laminate flooring is done in a larger area, many will find that using the matching baseboard is a lot more expensive than painting. If you want a new look, replace your existing baseboard with 5 1/4 baseboard (which will not require 1/4 round as the old baseboards will be removed prior to the install).
As long as the quarter round is the same color as the baseboard, the quarter round actually makes the base look like a more expensive piece of molding, with more depth and character.
Jordan will be happy to do any of the work you require, but believes it important you have appropriate facts to assist in your home improvement decisions. Jordan is very capable of all of your painting, hardwood flooring, baseboard and quarter round requirements.
Baseboard and Quarter Round Discussion
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1. Sub-floor
- 2. Wood Flooring
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3. Thresholds
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4. Glue / Padding
- 5. Labor
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6. 1/4 Round or replacement baseboards
6 Major Costs / Expenses
related to
Hardwood Flooring Installation
related to
Hardwood Flooring Installation
Jordan will be happy/honored to visit and discuss each of these items with you to help with your thorough understanding of your hardwood flooring investment
so you can make the right decision for the flooring you really would love to have in your home.
Paint Touch Up
There
is a slight chance that the installation/sanding process will
necessitate minor baseboard and/or wall paint touchup. Masking the
bottom part of the baseboards, even with low adhesion blue tape, will
more often than not result in the paint peeling off when the tape is
removed. Not masking may result in some urethane or stain getting on
the baseboard. Jordan's bids does not include making such touchups. If the
baseboards and/or walls are meant to be painted anyway, please request Jordan to do the work after the installation/refinish is complete.If Jordan is painting the room and baseboards, he will normally paint the room first, then do the hardwood flooring. In that case Jordan will handle all touch-ups as part of the work project.