For decades, hardwood floors have served as the elegant foundation for homes throughout Greater Nashville, TN. But over time, even the most resilient wood can become "aged, abused or damaged." When faced with dull finishes, deep scratches, or outdated stains, many homeowners consider the drastic and expensive option of replacing their entire floor.
At Corlew and Perry, the premier hardwood flooring company in Nashville since 1927, we know better. Our experts, led by Charles and Warren Armour, understand that the true beauty and character of a floor often lies beneath the wear. We firmly believe that our hardwood floor refinishing service is second to none in the industry—and here is why choosing to refinish your existing wood floors is the superior choice to replacement.
Preservation of History and Character
Unlike replacement, which tears out the soul of your home, refinishing preserves the unique history of the wood. Your existing floors were likely installed with the highest quality materials and techniques available at the time. A new floor—even one made of high-grade wood—cannot replicate the settled, aged character of the original.
Whether your home has wide-plank oak from the 1950s or original pine from the 1920s, refinishing allows us to restore its integrity while modernizing its look. This is the core of the Corlew and Perry legacy, which began with William Corlew in 1927 and continues today with the Armour family: honoring tradition while utilizing the latest techniques.
Cost-Effectiveness and Environmental Responsibility
Refinishing is, almost without exception, significantly more cost-effective than a full tear-out, removal, and re-installation of new wood. You save on the material costs of new wood, the labor costs of demolition, and the disposal fees.
Furthermore, refinishing is the environmentally responsible choice. By keeping your existing wood out of a landfill and simply renewing its surface, you reduce your environmental footprint.
The Quality Finish Makes the Difference
The real magic happens during the finishing stage. Our experts are proficient in using the best-in-class brands, including Bona, Pallman, Duraseal, Minwax, and Poloplaz. We don't just put a new coat of polyurethane on; we meticulously prepare and treat the wood to ensure a finish that is both beautiful and durable.
Restoration: We service all forms of damage, expertly addressing deep gouges or areas of separation.
Customization: We use high-quality stains (like Duraseal or Minwax) to achieve the exact color you desire—from rich espresso to natural, light tones.
Durability: We apply commercial-grade finishes to ensure your restored floors can stand up to daily life in a modern home.
When you work with Corlew and Perry, you are working with a company built on integrity, quality workmanship, and 49 years of flooring experience from Charles Armour. We restore floors to a condition that often surpasses their original installation.
Don't replace your history—restore it. If your Nashville home’s hardwood floors are looking tired, call Corlew and Perry today to request your free estimate. Let us show you how we can make your home look even better with refinishing expertise that is second to none.
