09/21/2026
Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we tie new hardwood into an existing floor while teaching my daughter a little more about the business.
This home suffered water damage, and part of the original maple flooring had to be removed. New flooring was previously installed and tied into the old floor, but when we began sanding a few weeks ago, we discovered that the old and new maple didn’t match.
To make everything uniform, we ordered more maple to match the newly installed flooring. Where the boards line up properly, we’ll weave the new wood into the existing floor. If they don’t line up, we can install an inlay threshold to create a clean, professional transition.
Every species sands and finishes differently—maple will never look exactly like pine—so identifying and matching the wood correctly is extremely important.
Once the installation is complete, all the maple flooring will be sanded together and finished with three coats of water-based polyurethane, giving the entire home a smooth, clean, and consistent appearance.
This is the kind of detail that goes into doing a hardwood flooring project the right way—and I’m glad I get to teach my daughter while showing our customers the process!
