Old Hardwood Floors Sanded and Finished with Loba Clear Coa
Save your solid hardwood with expert restoration. Discover how our full sand-down process and Loba clear water-based finish restore dull floors into smooth, reflective surfaces with modern warmth.
Project Overview
Here's what we were working with - worn hardwood floors that had seen better days. Years of foot traffic had dulled the surface and left the wood looking tired. It's one of the most common things we see, and it's also one of the most fixable.
We started with a full sand-down to strip away all the old finish and get the wood back to a clean, bare surface. That's the foundation of any good refinish job. Skip that step or rush it, and the final product will show it. We don't cut corners on prep.
For the finish, we went with a Loba clear coat water-based finish. It's a professional-grade product that goes on clean, dries hard, and lets the natural character of the wood come through without adding a heavy amber tone. The result is a floor that looks fresh and modern without losing any of its original warmth.
What you end up with is a floor that's smooth, durable, and genuinely good-looking again. No need to rip it out and start over - the wood underneath was solid. It just needed the right process and the right finish to bring it back. That's exactly what hardwood floor refinishing is built for.
Floors like these are worth saving. The grain, the character, the history - it's all still there once the old surface is gone. We do this kind of work every day, and it never gets old seeing a floor go from rough and worn to clean and reflective.
Project Details
Solid Base Evaluation
Assessed the dull and tired hardwood surface to ensure the underlying solid wood structure was completely sound and ready for restoration.
Deep Sanding & Prep
Executed a thorough sand-down across all rooms to remove worn layers, completely exposing clean, bare wood without cutting corners.
Loba Water-Based Coat
Applied a professional-grade Loba clear coat finish that dries hard and keeps the wood’s natural grain without adding a heavy amber tone.
Modern Reflective Finish
Delivered a smooth, highly durable surface with a clean shine that brings a fresh, modern aesthetic while preserving the wood's original character.
Gallery
The Finished Result
The refinishing process completely brought these worn hardwood floors back to life without replacing a single board. By sanding down to the clean, raw wood, our team created an unblemished foundation for the new finish across all living spaces and fireplace rooms.
Applying a Loba clear water-based finish enhanced the wood's authentic grain and warmth while creating a smooth, reflective coat that resists daily wear. The result is a bright, polished floor that feels genuinely refreshed and modern, proving that solid original hardwood is always worth saving.
Related Services
Related Projects
Why Homeowners Choose Wood Star Flooring
Since 2018, Wood Star Flooring Inc. has focused on dependable service, detailed craftsmanship, and flooring solutions designed for the unique homes and conditions of Cape Cod and surrounding areas.
250,000+ Sq. Ft. Installed
Extensive hands-on experience with hardwood flooring installation in residential, renovation, and custom projects.
Solid & Engineered Hardwood
Installation options for different subfloors, room conditions, design preferences, and budgets.
Custom Colors & High-End Projects
Experience with custom colors, antique-inspired interiors, premium properties, and detailed finish matching.
Professional Associations
Member of the National Wood Flooring Association and the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Cape Cod.
Detailed Estimates
Clear project evaluation and estimates provided promptly after the on-site visit.
Local Cape Cod Experience
Familiarity with coastal properties, historic homes, humidity considerations, and projects across Cape Cod, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and the South Shore.
Ready to Bring Your Worn Floors Back to Life?
Tell us about your space and the result you want to achieve. Wood Star Flooring will review your project details and provide a free, no-obligation estimate.