Dustless sanding and refinishing in Annapolis
Worn, scratched or faded floors can look new again. As a Bona Certified Craftsman, we restore hardwood with a dustless sanding system that keeps your home clean.
Our approach
Refinishing is both an art and a science. We apply just the right touch to smooth, restore, beautify and enhance the natural patina of your floors, and we work with you to select the finish that best suits your home.
Elite has earned the reputation of a Bona Certified Craftsman and uses a dustless sanding system with Bona dust containment, so airborne dust is captured at the source instead of settling through your home. We don’t finish until you are thrilled with your floor.
Signs your floors need refinishing, not replacement
- Surface scratches and visible wear patterns
- Dullness and loss of shine
- Water stains and minor discoloration
- Graying or sun fading
- Splintering or rough texture
- A stain color that no longer suits your home
Dust captured at the source
Traditional sanding fills a home with fine dust that settles for weeks. Our Bona dust containment system pulls dust away as we sand, creating a healthier environment for your family and our team and a cleaner home when we leave.
Five signs you need refinishing
Finishes chosen for how you live
Natural, stained or a soft matte sheen that hides everyday wear. We help you compare finishes in person and choose products that are kind to indoor air quality.
Why fall is the best time to refinishReal refinishing results
Drag each slider to compare. Both projects were sanded and refinished by our team.
Reclaimed fir, restored
Sanding, careful treatment and a new finish revealed the natural beauty of this reclaimed fir while keeping its character.
Light House Bistro, Annapolis
We refinished the floors for this social enterprise of The Light House Homeless Prevention Support Center.
Frequently asked questions
Should I refinish or replace my hardwood floors?
If the wood is structurally sound, refinishing can make floors look new at a fraction of the cost of replacement. Replacement is usually only necessary for extensive water damage with warping or mold, severe cupping, insect damage, broken boards or floors that have been sanded too many times.
How many times can hardwood floors be refinished?
Solid hardwood can typically be refinished many times over its life, often seven to ten times, though it varies with the thickness of the wear layer and how aggressively it was sanded before. We check during our assessment.
How long does refinishing take?
Most projects take several days depending on square footage, stain and finish. Plan to stay off the floors and keep pets in another part of the house until the finish dries. We give you a clear schedule before we start.
Is dustless sanding really dustless?
Our dust containment system captures dust at the sander and vacuums it away, so very little reaches the air. It is dramatically cleaner than traditional sanding.
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Talk with us about your project
Walk on full-size boards, compare finishes in natural light and take samples home. Send a note and we will set a time that works for you.