Absolute Coating’s Journey to the West

For hardwood floors, the importance of good stains and finishes can never be overstated. From an aesthetic standpoint, they can set the color tone for a space or highlight the natural character and grain in the wood itself. When it comes to function and practicality, finish is the knight in shining (or matte or satin) armor […]
Advantages of UV Finishes

Ultraviolet (UV) finishes bring the speed of light to floor finishing. They minimize disruption to an active family’s lifestyle, and can refresh the hardwood floors of a restaurant without causing even a moment of lost business. Non-UV finishes have their benefits, but in the speed category they fall behind UV finishes instant-curing and early-use floor […]
Advantages of Natural Oil Wood Floor Finishes

We understand there are many wood flooring and finish options to consider: engineered or solid wood, prefinished or site-finished flooring, penetrating oil or surface-build finish. All have their best uses. Each flooring project needs to consider the specifics of the family or business activities involved. Durability and maintenance efforts are top considerations for high-traffic spaces. […]
Advantages of Prefinished

You’re busy and want convenience. Apps for this and that. A car that tells you how to avoid traffic while on the go. A drive-thru pit stop for a family meal between karate lessons and ball team practices on a busy weeknight. We get it. Now, you’re looking at a new wood flooring project at […]
Finishes + Sheens

Comparing Wood Floor Finishes + Sheens Finishes and sheens often are the unsung heroes of our wood floors. The finish gives its all to protect the floor from daily life – spills, scratches, dirt. Along with sheen, finish plays a big role in making us feel good about the floor we live with. It brings […]