Quick Summary
Custom hardwood floors require a tailored approach to refinishing. From exotic wood species and unique layouts to hand-scraped finishes and custom stains, Toronto RS uses advanced tools and deep experience to restore high-end hardwood flooring without altering its original character. Serving the GTA including Toronto, Vaughan, and Richmond Hill.
Why Custom Hardwood Floors Require a Specialised Approach
Custom hardwood flooring represents more than just a surface—it’s craftsmanship. These floors are often one-of-a-kind due to rare wood species, unique textures, complex layouts, or carefully chosen finishes. Restoring them properly demands skill, patience, and the right process.
What Makes a Hardwood Floor “Custom”?
- Rare or exotic wood types like walnut, Brazilian cherry, or mahogany
- Unique layout patterns such as herringbone, chevron, or inlays
- Hand-worked textures including wire-brushed or hand-scraped surfaces
- Wide planks or irregular sizing
- Custom or blended stain colours
- Specialised finishes like hardwax oils or low-sheen polyurethane
Each of these elements must be respected during restoration.
The Toronto RS Refinishing Process for Custom Hardwood Floors
We start with a detailed inspection and finish with a fully restored floor that maintains the integrity of your original design.
1. Floor Assessment
We evaluate:
- Wood species and how it responds to sanding and refinishing
- Current finish and its compatibility with new coatings
- Wear patterns, UV exposure, and discolouration
- Layouts, inlays, or special design features
- Structural condition of boards and subfloor
This informs our sanding, staining, and sealing strategy.
2. Controlled Sanding
Custom hardwood floors are often sanded too aggressively by general contractors. We take the opposite approach.
- Fine-grit dustless sanding to preserve the texture and bevels
- Hand-sanding where machines can’t be used
- No over-sanding, which can damage inlays or thin veneers
- Matching repair pieces if isolated boards need replacement
The goal is to remove the old finish without erasing the character of the floor.
3. Custom Stain Matching and Finishing
We provide:
- On-site stain tests for accurate colour preview
- Custom stain blends to match previous tones or update the look
- Finish options tailored to the wood type and your use case
- Advice on water-based vs oil-based finishes depending on sheen level and foot traffic
We always explain the trade-offs clearly before any decision is made.
Protecting the Original Character of Your Floors
- Bevels, borders, and hand-scraped elements are preserved
- Original board layout and grain pattern are maintained
- We never use generic coatings or shortcuts
- Dust and debris are fully contained with professional-grade dustless systems
- We use compatible products to avoid reactions or peeling over time
Project Examples
While we tailor our process to every project, here are a few examples of completed work:
- White oak herringbone refinishing in a Toronto heritage home
- Wide-plank walnut restoration with matte finish in a Vaughan custom build
- Exotic Brazilian cherry floor brought back to life in a Richmond Hill townhome
- Medallion border restoration and stain blending in a downtown Toronto loft
For privacy, some of these projects can only be viewed by request. Ask us for before-and-after visuals during your consultation.
Why Homeowners Choose Toronto RS
- Over ten years of experience working with luxury floors
- Specialists in dustless hardwood refinishing
- Fully insured and operating across Toronto, Vaughan, and Richmond Hill
- Trusted by designers, builders, and homeowners alike
- Transparent pricing and timelines
- Unmatched respect for detail
Is Your Floor a Candidate for Refinishing?
Refinishing is often the better option when:
- The surface is worn but the wood underneath is solid
- You want to retain the original layout or pattern
- The floor holds historical or sentimental value
- You’re looking for a cleaner, updated finish without demolition
If you’re unsure, we offer honest, no-pressure evaluations to help you decide.
Book a Consultation
If you have a custom hardwood floor that needs expert care, contact Toronto RS. We handle the refinishing of high-end, unique hardwood floors with precision and respect.
We serve homeowners in Toronto, Vaughan, and Richmond Hill.
