FAQs

A. If your prefinished product is a solid ¾” product you can walk on your floors immediately. If your prefinished product was glued down to your concrete slab or basement it is recommended you wait approximately twenty-four hours before walking on or moving furniture back into the areas.

A. Unfinished hardwood flooring has no stain or finish on the boards; it is installed in its unfinished form and must be sanded and finished on site. Prefinished hardwood flooring is available in both natural and stained species and has already been coated with a Water Based Finish. With pre-finished there is no need for sanding and finishing.

A. Yes, M & M specializes in the installation of solid custom treads and risers on stairways. This is a very custom procedure and we strongly recommend a free onsite estimate to determine the procedure and products that would best suit your stairway.

A. Some types of engineered hardwood flooring can be refinished. The thickness of the wear layer will determine whether or not the product you choose can be refinished; our sales staff can advise you on which product would be best for your specific needs.

A. Absolutely not in regards to the finishes M & M Floors, Inc. recommends. The smell from the stain and finish being applied to your hardwood flooring is not described as a pleasant smell by any means; however, it is in no way toxic or harmful to pets or homeowners. However, it is our policy to recommend to any customer with known allergies or asthma or if pregnant we suggest they contact their physician for a professional recommendation.

A. There are several products on the market that cannot be sanded and refinished. We strongly recommend scheduling a free on site estimate done to determine the options for your specific floor.

A. No refinishing process is dust free. But, we use the latest and best dust containment systems available and are able to capture 90% of the dust.

A laminate floor is extremely durable much like a laminate countertop. However, a laminate floor cannot be refinished like a hardwood floor can.

A. No, laminate is not real hardwood. It is a Formica material very similar to material used to make countertops. It cannot be sanded and finished.

A. Laminate flooring is installed floating over a cushion where each individual plank is clicked and glued together. It is not glued or nailed to your sub floor