OC Flooring refinishes hardwood across Kenmore — from the mid-century homes around Inglewood and Moorlands to the lakefront places at the north end of Lake Washington. We sand, repair, stain, and seal on-site with dustless equipment and durable low-VOC finishes, all handled by our own crew.
Yes. North-Lake-Washington homes range from older lakefront places to mid-century oak floors in Inglewood and Moorlands. We tailor the sanding to each — and on engineered floors we check the wear layer first.
It can. Homes near the water see more seasonal movement and the occasional cupping. We check moisture first, let the wood settle, then sand flat and refinish so it stays flat.
Kenmore refinishes generally run $3–$6 per square foot. The classic Moorlands or Inglewood rambler — about 1,000 sq ft of red oak — totals $3,500–$6,500 including stain and finish. We quote a fixed price after measuring, so the number you approve is the number you pay.
A single-level Kenmore rambler is one of the fastest layouts we do: typically three days, sometimes four with stain. No stairs and open sight lines mean efficient sanding. You can sleep at home throughout — bedrooms are sequenced so one is always usable.
Yes. That yellow tone is old oil-based finish, not the wood itself. Once we sand it off, a waterborne finish keeps Kenmore oak pale and contemporary, or Bona NordicSeal pushes it toward a true Scandinavian white. Both options eliminate the 1990s amber for good.
Usually within a few days — we cover Kenmore on regular routes between Bothell and Lake Forest Park. The look-over is free, takes half an hour, and ends with a written itemized price. Send photos beforehand and we'll bring matched stain samples to the visit.
Often, yes. Kenmore's mid-century, post-war homes from the 1950s and '60s were typically built with solid oak floors that were later covered with carpet. The quickest way to check is to lift a corner of the carpet in a closet or by a heat vent and look for narrow oak boards. We're also happy to come out for a free in-home assessment.
Almost always. Solid oak can be sanded and refinished four to six times across its life, so a Kenmore floor from the post-war years usually has plenty of wood left to restore. Even floors with pet stains, gaps, or old water marks generally come back beautifully once sanded. Our dustless sanding keeps the rest of your home clean.
Refinishing is almost always the better value — typically 50–70% less than tearing out and replacing your floors. It also preserves the old-growth oak that Kenmore's mid-century homes were built with, which new flooring can't match. And restored hardwood tends to add resale value when you sell.
Thinking about hardwood floor refinishing in Kenmore, WA? From early-1900s shingle-mill homes at the north end of Lake Washington to new construction, local floors collect years of scratches, wear, and dated finishes — and OC Flooring brings them back to life. We sand away the damage and lay down a smooth, durable new finish so your original wood looks its best again. We're a licensed, insured, locally owned team that Kenmore homeowners have trusted since 2013.
From your free in-home estimate to the final coat, you'll see the difference. We use dustless sanding to keep your home clean, repair gouges, gaps, and water marks, and finish in the stain color and sheen you choose — matte, satin, or gloss — with a durable water- or oil-based polyurethane. If your floors are still solid, a quick screen-and-recoat can refresh them in a single day. Every project includes upfront pricing and our 1-year workmanship warranty.
Whether you're restoring old-growth oak or changing the color throughout your home, we make it simple and stress-free. We refinish and restore floors across Kenmore and nearby communities like Bothell, Kirkland, and Lake Forest Park. Ready to fall in love with your floors again? Contact OC Flooring today for your free in-home estimate.
“Bohdan personally oversees every floor we refinish in Kenmore — from the first sanding pass to the final coat.”
“The installers were great! The floor is exactly what we wanted. They also did the stairs, which were carpet. We worked with OC Flooring previously — they refinished our red oak. Highly recommend!”
“They refinished over 300 sq ft of maple flooring that was 15 years old — the floors look as good or better than new!! They placed plastic sheeting over the cabinets to contain the dust, so we noticed hardly any. Would definitely recommend.”
“OC Flooring did an excellent job repairing our wood floors. We chose them because they were professional and top-notch. The repair was smooth, fast and cost-effective — such skill and precision!”
“I was worried our hardwoods could not be revived after years of big dogs, kids and sun fading. The OC guys did a beautiful job refinishing the floors before we put our home on the market. They look like new!”
We refinish hardwood the clean way — removing only a thin layer of wood and using professional dust-free systems for safe, lasting results in every Kenmore project.
We move light furniture, seal off rooms, and sheet everything in plastic for a clean, worry-free start.
We remove old finish and scratches with top-grade dustless equipment — leaving your space 99% dust-free.
We repair nail holes, cracks, and wear for a smooth, clean surface that's ready for a flawless refinish.
Choose the look you love. We apply premium stain and durable finishes that bring lasting beauty to your floors.
Before we leave, we walk every step with you to make sure you're 100% happy with your new floors.
We finish with Bona’s waterborne sealers — from a bright Scandinavian whitewash to a warm, oil-rubbed amber glow. Here’s how the five compare:
Actual color varies by wood species and floor condition — we always do an on-site sample for your approval before coating.
