New boards, original red oak, and a lighter finish. For this patch-and-refinish project, Practical Renovations Wood Flooring LLC wove new flooring into an existing 2¼-inch random-length red oak floor, then sanded and refinished the floor together.
From an open repair area to a continuous wood floor
Weaving new flooring into the original
The existing floor used 2¼-inch random-length red oak. We wove new flooring into the original boards, then sanded everything flat and smooth so the repaired area and existing floor could be refinished together.
A brighter look with softer red tones
The homeowner wanted to keep the floor as light as possible while softening red oak’s natural red tones. We used a white tint to mute that hue and create a cleaner, brighter appearance while keeping the wood’s character visible.
Every existing floor is different. The wood, its condition, and the finish you choose all affect the result. We can assess your floor and discuss repair and refinishing options before work begins.
Have a floor that needs repair or refinishing?
We serve Traverse City and surrounding areas with hardwood floor repairs, refinishing, and installation. Call (231) 499-3758 to discuss your project, or request an estimate.
Explore our hardwood floor refinishing and restoration services, or see the original July 4, 2026 Facebook project album for more project photos.