Elite Flooring

Elite Flooring Hardwood flooring installation, sanding, refinishing, repairs. 35+ years experience. fully insured.

Hardwood Flooring - Sanding, Refinishing, Custom Staining, Installation, and Sales (prefinished and unfinished)Residential/New Construction
30 years experience
Fully Insured

06/15/2026

On June 15th, 2012, we started with a simple goal: to install beautiful hardwood floors and do right by our customers.

Fourteen years later, we've completed countless projects, gone through mountains of sandpaper, created enough sawdust to fill a small town, and somehow managed to keep the business running despite Mike's nonstop commentary.

We have a few acknowledgements to make…

To Gen - who truly runs the show. If you've ever called, scheduled a job, had a question answered, or wondered how everything stays organized…the answer is Gen. She's the boss, the problem solver, the scheduler, the organizer, and the reason the rest of us know where we're supposed to be every morning. She brings the kindness, compassion, and type A organization every company needs.

To Mike - Mike believes in measuring twice, cutting once, and talking at least six times before either of those things happen. If you've been on a job site with him, you've probably gotten a flooring lesson and at least three stories you didn't ask for. But his attention to detail and commitment to quality are a BIG reason our floors turn out as beautiful as they do. Mike keeps our jobs running smoothly and likes to make sure Gen’s type A brain is constantly working properly.

To Tim – Tim works harder than anyone should legally be allowed to. If there's a tough job, a long day, or a floor that needs to be absolutely perfect, Tim is already on it. His dedication, work ethic, and pride in his craft help make every project something we're proud to put our name on. We are so thankful he is a part of our team.

Last but certainly not least…to our customers - Thank you for trusting us with your homes, recommending us to your friends, and keeping us busy for the last 14 years. We never ever ever take that support for granted and we are so appreciative.

We're proud of the floors we've built, the relationships we've made, and the reputation we've earned.

Here's to 14 years of flooring, hard work, and sawdust in places it shouldn't be.

02/11/2026

Whatchu Wanna Know? Wednesday...

cleaning edition🧽🪣

One of the most common questions I see in mom groups:
"hey moms! what do you use to clean your hardwood floors?!"

and the responses, which make me want to screammmmm are almost always...
*vinegar and water or murphy's oil 😫

So Gen, what SHOULD we be using to clean our floors?!
Great question. I'd love to tell you.

The safest and most effective products are those specifically designed for modern hardwood floor finishes.
1. pH neutral, water-based cleaners.
2. a microfiber pad
3. a soft-bristle broom
(we highly recommend Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner - google it)

Ok, but why are the other products soooo bad for my floor?!
Another great question. I'd love to tell you.
1. Vinegar and Water: Vinegar is acidic and can break down the floor's finish over time. That shiny floor you want? consider it dull.
2. Oil/Wax Soaps/Cleaners (aka Murphy's Oil): These products leave a residue that builds up, attracts dirt, and can create a hazy film that is difficult to remove. You'll be calling us to refinish in no time and it makes our job MUCH harder.
3. Ammonia or Harsh Degreasers (like Mr. Clean): WAY too rough and will strip the finish.
4. Steam Cleaners: The combination of high heat and excessive moisture can cause the wood to swell, cup, and delaminate. Just don't.

And there you have it. Another successful Whatchu Wanna Know? Wednesday!
Call us today for a FREE estimate =)

02/05/2026

Totally on brand for me (Gen), I completely forgot about Whatchu Wanna Know Wednesday 🤣🤦‍♀️

So today, we will do a "Let's Talk About it" Thursday!

Today's topic... polyurethane.

Which is better....oil-based? or water-based? 🧐

GREAT question. Let me tell you.

Oil-based polyurethane, at one point in time, was the bees knees. It was considered the superior product.
Then, companies like Bona started making water-based polyurethanes with 2 part components that changed the game. These water-based polyurethanes now come with an added hardener that completely surpasses the oil-based durability.

Don't get me wrong, oil-based poly is still great and affordable!
But, let me break it down for ya...

Oil-based poly:
*dries is approximately 8 hours, typically 1 coat per day
*strong scent
*ambers (yellows) over time, which is why sometimes you'll see floors that are orange. think red oak + yellowing poly = orange floors after X amount of years
*affordable and cost effective

Water-based poly (I'm specifically referencing Bona Traffic HD, which is what we utilize):
*dries in approximately 3-4 hours, typically can do 2 coats per day
*no odor
*dries clear
*Greenguard certified - which means eco-friendly, kid-friendly, pet-friendly
*slightly more expensive, but worth it for all of the above

Soooooo what does this mean?
It means, DO WHAT FEELS GOOD FOR YOU, YOUR HOME, AND YOUR WALLET.

As per usual, reach out if you have any questions!
and someone remind me next week to post so I don't forget, k thanks!

01/28/2026

On this episode of "Whatchu Wanna Know Wednesday"...

We are talking about types of hardwood flooring!
8/10 times when talking to customers about flooring, we get a lot of confused faces when we ask "what kind of floor are you looking for?" But, no fear, I'm here to explain =) (It's me, Gen)

There are two main types of hardwood flooring
1. solid hardwood
2. engineered hardwood

Solid hardwood is a single, solid piece of wood (typically ¾” thick). It’s durable, lasts a lifetime, must be sanded/sealed with poly, and can be resanded multiple times if you change your mind about what color you’d like or if those dang kids and pets damage it. It also must be installed above grade.

Engineered hardwood is constructed of layers (veneers) of wood stacked in a cross-grain configuration, topped with a real hardwood veneer. Engineered hardwood is typically more stable than solid hardwood and can be installed anywhere in the home.

Did I confuse you yet? Hope not because here’s the fun part:

Engineered hardwood comes in 2 types...unfinished and prefinished.
Unfinished engineered hardwood needs to be stained and sealed on-site.
Prefinished engineered hardwood comes already sanded and sealed.

And yet ANOTHER fun fact – sometimes, depending on the thickness of the top veneer, engineered flooring can be resanded. Not always, but sometimes!

If you've got a question, feel free to reach out and maybe your question will be used as our next "whatchu wanna know Wednesday" post! I promise I won't nerd-out on you 🤓

Hi 👋🏻 did you forget about us? SURE HOPE NOT! We may have been quiet on social media, but the guys have been busy and wo...
01/05/2026

Hi 👋🏻 did you forget about us? SURE HOPE NOT!
We may have been quiet on social media, but the guys have been busy and working their butts off!

Check out these insaneeeee before and afters we just completed. These pine (and oak) floors are very old and needed a refresh so badly. We got it 💪🏻

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