RefinishingPortland2026-02-15
Lightening Dark-Stained Oak Floors with a Clear Finish
Sanding off an old dark finish to reveal beautiful light oak underneath, sealed with a clear waterborne finish that brightened every room.
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Technical project specs
Materials & finishes applied
- Existing Red Oak (Dark Stain Removed)
- Dustless Sanding (3 grit passes)
- Bona ClearSeal (1 coat)
- Bona Traffic HD (2 coats, Satin)
Home site conditions
- Ambient humidity:
- 43% - 48% RH
- HVAC / Climatización:
- Heat pump (Running continuously)
- Subfloor type:
- Plywood over conditioned basement
- Household pets:
- No Pets
Homeowner review
“Vasi and his team did an amazing job on our floors! They sanded off an old dark finish to reveal beautiful oak underneath. They put on a clear finish to enhance the light-colored oak. All of the rooms seem lighter now! I highly recommend Flooring PDX!”
Jennifer L.
Portland • February 15, 2026
#Clear Finish#Natural Oak#Dustless Sanding#Portland
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