OC Flooring refinishes hardwood across Kenmore — from the mid-century homes around Inglewood and Moorlands to the lakefront places at the north end of Lake Washington. We sand, repair, stain, and seal on-site with dustless equipment and durable low-VOC finishes, all handled by our own crew.
Yes. North-Lake-Washington homes range from older lakefront places to mid-century oak floors in Inglewood and Moorlands. We tailor the sanding to each — and on engineered floors we check the wear layer first.
It can. Homes near the water see more seasonal movement and the occasional cupping. We check moisture first, let the wood settle, then sand flat and refinish so it stays flat.
Kenmore refinishes generally run $3–$6 per square foot. The classic Moorlands or Inglewood rambler — about 1,000 sq ft of red oak — totals $3,500–$6,500 including stain and finish. We quote a fixed price after measuring, so the number you approve is the number you pay.
A single-level Kenmore rambler is one of the fastest layouts we do: typically three days, sometimes four with stain. No stairs and open sight lines mean efficient sanding. You can sleep at home throughout — bedrooms are sequenced so one is always usable.
Yes. That yellow tone is old oil-based finish, not the wood itself. Once we sand it off, a waterborne finish keeps Kenmore oak pale and contemporary, or Bona NordicSeal pushes it toward a true Scandinavian white. Both options eliminate the 1990s amber for good.
Usually within a few days — we cover Kenmore on regular routes between Bothell and Lake Forest Park. The look-over is free, takes half an hour, and ends with a written itemized price. Send photos beforehand and we'll bring matched stain samples to the visit.
Often, yes. Kenmore's mid-century, post-war homes from the 1950s and '60s were typically built with solid oak floors that were later covered with carpet. The quickest way to check is to lift a corner of the carpet in a closet or by a heat vent and look for narrow oak boards. We're also happy to come out for a free in-home assessment.
Almost always. Solid oak can be sanded and refinished four to six times across its life, so a Kenmore floor from the post-war years usually has plenty of wood left to restore. Even floors with pet stains, gaps, or old water marks generally come back beautifully once sanded. Our dustless sanding keeps the rest of your home clean.
Refinishing is almost always the better value — typically 50–70% less than tearing out and replacing your floors. It also preserves the old-growth oak that Kenmore's mid-century homes were built with, which new flooring can't match. And restored hardwood tends to add resale value when you sell.
Why Kenmore Families Choose OC Flooring? Because we treat your floors like they're staying in the family. We're a small, owner-run Eastside crew — licensed, insured, and carrying a 4.7-star rating from 96 reviews — and the same people who quote your job are the ones running the sanders.
Every Kenmore project is backed by our 1-year workmanship warranty. From the first walkthrough you'll see the difference: we listen, give straight recommendations, and quote real numbers up front. On site, our dust-controlled process keeps your home livable while we work.
Whether it's one room or the whole main floor, we keep it simple and predictable. We work across Kenmore and nearby — Bothell, Kirkland, Lake Forest Park, and Woodinville — bringing the same clean, dustless craftsmanship to every job.💬 Ready to bring your Kenmore floors back to life? Contact OC Flooring for a free in-home estimate.
