Samples on Your Own Wood
At a Shandaken home, compare a clear-coated sample against the raw wood before deciding whether to add color. Bring up the existing finish early.
At a Shandaken home, compare a clear-coated sample against the raw wood before deciding whether to add color. Bring up the existing finish early.
At a Shandaken home, work in planned sections and lift the excess stain to keep edges even. Discuss board thickness and the work area.
For Shandaken projects, check the final sanding grit and clean the grain before applying the color sample. Ask about board thickness and the work area.
To discuss the labor warranty in Shandaken, we’ll review the written one-year labor warranty. Discuss board thickness and the work area.
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During a Shandaken estimate, we’ll try more than one sample on prepared oak. Ask about the wood you want to retain.
At a home in Shandaken, we’ll confirm the wear layer can handle preparation. This helps us plan for older hardwood.
To discuss stairs and landings in Shandaken, we’ll compare tread and landing samples together.
To discuss topcoat and sheen in Shandaken, we’ll include the intended clear finish on the test board.
For Shandaken projects, the starting stain rate is $2.00 per square foot. Ask about prep and the clear coat.
During a Shandaken estimate, we’ll compare a clear-coated sample against the raw wood.
During a Shandaken estimate, we’ll check the species for warm undertones. Include any earlier repairs in the visit.
During a Shandaken estimate, we’ll view a dark sample in several parts of the room.