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Our Wood Restoration service

Restoring wood—whether it’s furniture, flooring, siding, or decking—involves several key steps to bring back its beauty and structural integrity. Here’s our general wood restoration process:

Check for rot, insect damage, cracks, or warping.

Determine the type of wood and previous finishes.

Use a wood cleaner or degreaser to remove dirt, mildew, and staining.

Apply a chemical stripper or sand the surface to remove old paint, stain, or sealant.

Use a scraper and follow up with sanding for a smooth, bare surface.

Sand to remove rough spots, stains, or minor surface damage.

Use coarse to fine grits (e.g., 80 → 120 → 220) depending on the wood’s condition.

Fill cracks or holes with wood filler or epoxy.

Replace severely damaged boards or sections.

Tighten or repair loose boards.

Apply a wood conditioner to ensure even stain absorption.

Use a penetrating stain + sealer for a natural, durable finish.

Apply evenly with a brush, cloth, or pad, and wipe off excess.

Apply 1–2 coats.

Clean regularly and reapply stain/sealer every 1–3 years

Wooden patio deck with stains, dirt, and moss buildup before professional pressure washing.

Freshly cleaned wooden deck with black outdoor sofa set, glass table, grill cover, and forest view.

Protecting High-Traffic Wood Areas with Penetrating Stains

For high-traffic areas like decks, porches, or wood floors, penetrating stains are an excellent choice because they soak into the wood rather than forming a surface film. This helps prevent peeling, flaking, and visible wear patterns.

Top Benefits of Penetrating Stains in High-Traffic Areas:

Staining and sealing wood offers several key benefits, both functional and aesthetic:

Protection Against Moisture

Sealing wood prevents water penetration, which helps avoid warping, swelling, rot, and mold growth—especially in outdoor or high-humidity environments.

UV Damage Resistance

Stains often contain UV inhibitors that protect wood from sun damage, such as fading, graying, or cracking over time.

Enhanced Appearance

Staining brings out the natural grain and color of the wood, improving its visual appeal. It can also match wood tones to surrounding decor or other structures.

Increased Longevity

Properly stained and sealed wood is more durable and can last much longer than untreated wood, saving on repair or replacement costs.

Pest Deterrence

A sealed surface makes it harder for insects like termites and carpenter ants to penetrate and damage the wood.

Easier Maintenance

Sealed wood is more resistant to dirt, stains, and mildew, making it easier to clean and maintain over time.

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   Don Schwartz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Exceptional work quality and craftsmanship.  He showed up exactly when he said he would, and the work was done professionally.  I was most impressed at how well he cleaned the entire site when finished.  I will use his services again!
  
 
 
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   David Donaldson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Peter is an outstanding worker! He is reliable, kind, a real go getter, will tackle anything you throw at him. I can't say enough great things about him. You don't be disappointed. Great guy!
  
 
 
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   Stella Leventoyannis-Harvey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Excellent, prompt friendly service, answered all our questions, meticulous work! Highly recommend.
  
 
 
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   Cathy M 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  We hired Peter to renew and repair our interlocking patio and to sand and seal the patio and our interlocking driveway. He also installed a concrete border between the patio and our garden. We had already admired his work doing the same for our neighbour's patio. Peter was so professional and so hard-working during the entire project. His work was so meticulous and so aesthetically pleasing. The patio and driveway both look better than when they were originally installed. He also added river rock and additional mulch to finish. He even power washed our storage bin to make it look new!
I would highly recommend Peter's services. We have had so many compliments on our finished products. We will definitely be recommending him to all our friends and neighbours!
  
 
 
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   Brett Karp 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Exceptional company. We use Peter and his team often for all our exterior finishes. From the front of the house to the backyard these guys know what they are doing. Great business to work with, quality of work is excellent, they don't cut corners like the other guys, and good commitment to customer service. Have referred them to friends and family with glowing reviews in return. Highly recommended!!
  
 
 
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   Terry Krepiakevich 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Peter also sealed up our back deck stones. Took all the old stains out and  ended up bringing it back to new
  
 
 
  
 
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