About Us
A fully licensed and insured Chicago hardwood floor contractor who is able to help you do a better job of tackling your next hardwood floor project. Fuentes Flooring Inc. does quality work, and all of our efforts are handled cleanly, quickly, and honestly. We have flexible scheduling options. Se habla español.
Our professionals will put together a free estimate covering everything needed to handle your hardwood floor project. We take on both commercial and residential jobs.
- Locally owned and operated
- Quality work delivered with integrity
- Fully licensed and insured
- Flexible scheduling
- Free estimates
- No hidden costs
Fuentes Flooring, Inc. has provided hardwood floor services since 2008
We provide outstanding, high-end hardwood floor services for residential homeowners and commercial businesses in the Chicago land area and the suburbs.
With Fuentes Flooring, Inc., earning your trust through superior workmanship and reliable service is important. With us, you will have the best, it's that simple. From start to finish, we will assist you in accomplishing the end result you are looking for.
Whether you have a small or large job, rest assured that you will receive a top quality service. The approval and satisfaction of our clients is guaranteed. Customer service is important to us because we will do what it takes to achieve the results you want.
Our Services
We provide outstanding, high-end hardwood floor services for residential homeowners and commercial businesses in the Chicago land area and the suburbs.
Hardwood Flooring
New flooring can enhance the appearance of any business or home. So if you're looking for quality flooring installation work, turn to Fuentes Flooring Inc. Our team of professionals will take care of all of your flooring needs: flooring installation, flooring repair, and flooring refinishing for: hardwood flooring installation/repair/refinishing, laminate flooring installation/repair.
Deck Repair
Whether your deck has sustained extensive damage or is simply starting to show signs of wear and tear, Fuentes Flooring Inc. is the team to trust for affordable, reliable deck repair services in Arlington Heights, IL. We're equipped to repair all types of decks, including: Wood decks, composite decks, roof decks, pool decks, patio decks, backyard decks, vinyl decks.
Staining
o you have a deck, porch, or wooden structure that could use some sprucing up? We've got you covered. At A Plus Decorating Inc., we offer staining services designed to enhance your property. Whether you need extensive work done or simply want to breathe some life into an older piece of furniture, we're at your service and up to the task.
Fuentes Flooring, Inc.
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Our Work Process
How we approach each project
Hardwood Floor Install Process
At Fuentes Flooring Inc., consistent quality is important. We want customers to be completely satisfied with their hardwood floor job. Thanks to years of experience, we’ve developed an installation process that guarantees a beautiful hardwood floor each and every time.
Preparing for Installation
We start by measuring the space and making sure to have enough flooring materials to cover the area. We recommended to purchase extra flooring to account for cuts and any mistakes that may occur during the installation process.
Before installation, it is important to acclimate the hardwood flooring in the room where it will be installed. This allows the flooring to adjust to the temperature and humidity of the space, reducing the risk of warping or shrinking later on.
Subfloor Preparation
We make sure that the subfloor is clean, dry, and level before installing the hardwood flooring. We remove any debris or dust from the subfloor and repair any uneven areas or damage. If necessary, we use a moisture barrier or underlayment to protect the hardwood flooring from moisture and provide additional sound insulation.
Using Underlayment
Underlayment is a crucial component of hardwood flooring installation. It provides additional moisture protection, sound insulation, and helps to even out slight imperfections in the subfloor. We lay down a high-quality underlayment material, following the manufacturer’s instructions, to create a stable and comfortable base for your hardwood floors.
Engineered Wood Flooring
When it comes to installing engineered wood flooring, the glue-down install method is a reliable and durable option. This method involves securing the flooring to the subfloor with adhesive, providing a strong bond that ensures the longevity of your hardwood floors.
Solid Wood Flooring
The nail-down install method is a popular choice for installing solid wood flooring on a wooden subfloor. This method provides a permanent and traditional installation that enhances the durability and beauty of your hardwood floors.
Sanding and Refinishing Process
Fuentes Flooring Inc. consistently provides homeowners with expert sanding and refinishing of their hardwood floors. Most of the sanding work will take a minimum of three days. More time may be needed if a homeowner's flooring also requires finishing. The stain used will also determine the time it will take to finish. Stains that are pastel or dark colored will take extra time to dry.
Stain Colors
As soon as we have sanded some of your floor, we will show you stain colors. For desired results, we always recommend that homeowners have a picture of flooring they like so we can determine what color shade might be best. Having an approximate shade in mind will also help us narrow down the color choices to select the right one for you.
Sanding
We begin the sanding process using a belt sander at the middle of the floor, a circular sander for the edges of the floor and hand scrapers for the corners. The final step is finer sanding using a buffer with a screen. To achieve the desired results for your floor, we use various grits of sandpaper. It all depends on the type of wood and finish of the floor. For example, on a red oak floor, we start with 36 grit sandpaper, moving to finer grits until we reach 100 for the last sand. With this process, the goal is to completely remove the old finish and flatten the floor.
Scraping and Screening
The final step is scraping, which is done before the finish is applied. We do this process by hand using a very sharp paint scraper to plane the wood along the edges and corners of the floor. Once scraping is finished, screening is performed with a buffer. This has a 100, 120, or 150 grit screen and works like a drywall sanding screen. The buffer smooths the floor, blending the surface evenly. The process is repeated after every coat of finish.
Staining and Coating
(Duraseal Stains and Masterline oil based polyurethane) Stain is an oil-based liquid that seals and gives color to your new hardwood flooring. When we apply stain, we utilize a trim brush around the edges and use a cotton cloth along the rest of the floor. After an application, excess stain is wiped off. Then we apply the 2 coats of oil-based polyurethane with a good quality fine roller. In between finish coats we use the screening process.
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Business Hours
Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 6:00pmWeekends: By Appointment