Located in Philadelphia, PA, Hudson Hardwood has worked as a commercial and residential flooring company for over two decades. We have shown our reliability and expertise on every project that we have performed.
We believe in the beauty and the importance behind every floor we install for every single customer. Also, throughout the process, we consider all of your needs and desires to make sure we install the floor of your dreams, and you get to enjoy staying at home and decorating your space!
When we install your hardwood floors, you can expect daily job updates, moving all furniture while providing livable conditions during the installation, using environmentally friendly products, and keeping all the spaces free from dust. All this plus:
- Certified by the NWFA since 2008, our employees are hardwood flooring specialists that follow the National Wood Flooring Association guidelines.
- We use dustless sanding equipment, so we keep your project as clean as possible.
- Environmentally friendly products with low VOC, green-rated finishes available.
- We maintain indoor air quality and reduce floor renovation dust by 95%.
- We work around your family’s schedule so that you can stay in place.
- We get your project done right and on schedule.
Installation Projects in Philadelphia
Hardwood Floor Installation FAQs
Yes — your help with prep makes things smoother. Here are some typical items:
Clear out all furniture, appliances, rugs, etc.
Remove existing baseboards or trim (we’ll reinstall or replace after).
Make sure walls, doors, and moldings are ready for flooring height changes.
Maintain interior temperature and humidity for 48 hours before installation (to acclimate the wood).
We’ll send you a detailed “pre-install checklist” once your project is scheduled.
Yes! You can stay in your home and move through most areas, but you cannot walk on the floors while we’re sanding. We’ll let you know exactly when we need you off the floors—typically during the final smooth sanding and finishing stages. We coordinate dry times with your schedule, so you can still get the kids to bed and go about your daily routine.
Sanding is loud but not messy—we use 90% dust containment and plastic off non-work areas to keep your home clean. While no system gets 100% of the dust, we do everything possible to minimize it. We’ll work with you to keep the process smooth and efficient.
For a more in-depth look at the sanding process, feel free to check out our blog post “The Art of Sanding Hardwood Floors”.
Moisture control and subfloor integrity are critical. We perform moisture tests (with meters) on your concrete slabs or plywood subfloors. If moisture or leveling problems exist, we may install a moisture barrier, vapor barrier, or leveling compound. We’ll always discuss remediation costs before proceeding.
It depends on room size, layout complexity, and any special features (nooks, stairs, transitions). For a standard living room to dining room area, installation often takes 1 to 2 days. Larger or more complex spaces may take longer. We’ll give you a schedule prior to starting.
Before installation, we’ll check all interior doors and trims. Some may need trimming or adjustment to clear the new floor height. We typically handle that as part of the installation. We also include new baseboards or transition moldings, or reuse existing ones where possible.
When blending into existing wood floors:
We attempt to source the same species, cut, width, and finish.
We may sand and stain the new/future areas so the tone matches.
In tricky or aged floors, perfect matching isn’t always possible; we’ll show you samples and explain the trade-offs.
You can often walk on the new floor within a few hours (depending on the adhesive or installation method). But full cure time (for adhesives and finishes) may take 24 to 72 hours. We’ll advise when it’s safe to move light furniture, rugs/area rugs, or heavy items.
Sweep or vacuum (soft bristles) daily for debris
Use recommended wood floor cleaner (avoid harsh or abrasive chemicals)
Place felt pads under furniture legs
Avoid dragging heavy items
Maintain stable indoor humidity (ideally 40–60%) to reduce movement
We’ll also give you a “First 30 Days” care guide to protect your new floor during its initial settling period.