Get Hardwood Floors
We refinish, repair, and install hardwood floors across Portland
Custom tile setting and dustless hardwood floor refinishing Portland homeowners trust. 99.8% HEPA sanding, certified tile craft, licensed local crew.
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Written quote within 24 hours, from the owner himself
Hardwood floors restored to their original grain
Dustless sanding, board repair, and durable Bona Traffic HD protection.
What Portland homeowners say
5.0★ rating from 33+ reviews in Portland. Fast communication, clean sites, and reliable timelines.
Pavel refinished my floors which turned out beautiful but the standout work was the tile setting in my two bathrooms. The most amazing was his setting in the accent tiles around my bathtub. They were fragile, thin glass, and as you can see in the picture, the result is amazing. Pavel and his partner were very careful about controlling dust and cleaning up. Zero complaints and 100% compliments for the quality and timeliness, I would definitely hire Pavel again for any future work.
Ruth Medak
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I have worked with Popovici Construction multiple times on various projects. Every time they have exceeded my expectations! Pavel (the owner) goes above and beyond what is expected and gets you an excellent service. He has done multiple kitchens, bathrooms and all kinds of various tile work for me. He has also helped me on hardwood jobs and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a quality contractor!
Alex Stanisel
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Pavel did a fantastic job on the tile renovation of my bathroom. He had foresight to troubleshoot potential areas of challenge, was timely and efficient in the work, and was competitive in pricing. I would definitely recommend Pavel for any tile work.
Carson Mead
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Can’t speak highly enough of his work. I was told by other contractors I’d picked tile that was too complicated to install but he had it up and then precisely grouted in only a few hours’ time and it looks absolutely beautiful. Would recommend his work to anyone I know and I’ll absolutely be hiring him again. Thanks so much!
Catherine Desantis
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Everything about our experience with Pavel was great; from estimate to completion. We had subway tile installed on three of our kitchen walls. The finished job is beautiful, and the experience was smooth and easy. Pavel was respectful of our time and our home. He arrived on time, worked a full day, protected surfaces and cleaned up every day. Could not be more satisfied!
Linda Prideaux
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Popovici Construction LLC, Pavel's work is amazing. My home was built in 1957 and needed some work. The hardwood floors have been refinished beautifully, they look like new. He gave me several choices of stain color, putting them on the floor so I could pick the perfect color. They installed my kitchen and bath tile as well, I highly recommend this company!
Deserie Fernbaugh Daniels
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We are very pleased! We contacted Get Hardwood Floors when we realized we were in over our heads trying to refinish our oak floors that were in rough shape. They were incredibly responsive and have done an amazing job. They worked with our schedule and were very reasonably priced. Not only did they sand and seal our floors, they replaced multiple boards that were damaged. Our floors turned out so much better than if we had tried to do them ourselves and I'm really glad we called them. Based on our experience and the other reviews we've read, we will use them for the future tile projects we have planned.
Julia Tembunkiart
Verified Google reviewer
Pavel did a great job. Very detailed and reasonable on pricing. He does the job right without cutting corners. I would recommend him to anyone. I had him install tile floor and a backsplash. I will use him again for my wood floors when I have them done.
John Mathews
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Pavel is a great craftsman and a pleasure to work with. He did a beautiful job on our hardwood floors in a timely manner and for a very reasonable cost. I would recommend him to anyone looking for great work. 5 stars for sure.
Dan Mandish
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Super happy! Pavel came to see me and give me an estimate when the roads were still a little icy. I needed to have a job done on time and he made it happen. The floors are 100 years old with lots of character. I couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out. He was efficient, kind, responsive, and affordable. He is my guy when it matters most. Thank you Pavel.
Chip Kiewel
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Hardwood flooring services in Portland
Refinishing, repair, and installation across the Portland metro.
Hardwood floor refinishing
Dustless HEPA sanding and commercial topcoats to restore your original hardwood.
- 99.8% HEPA dust containment
- Bona Traffic HD commercial finish
- In-home stain testing on your wood
Hardwood floor repair
Targeted board replacement, water damage repair, and subfloor squeak elimination.
- Historic board weave-in
- Water and pet stain repair
- Subfloor squeak elimination
Hardwood floor installation
Professional flooring installation of solid hardwood, engineered wood, and luxury vinyl plank.
- Solid, engineered, and luxury vinyl
- Subfloor leveling and moisture prep
- Custom flush stair nosings
Commercial floor restoration
Overnight commercial floor restoration and dustless refinishing for retail, dining, and offices.
Interactive floor visualizer
Preview stain shades, wood species, and sheens under realistic room lighting before sanding.
Realtor and escrow partner program
24-hr priority quotes, escrow closing billing, and guaranteed listing-ready completion dates.
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Custom tile installation and bathroom remodeling
Precision showers, backsplashes, and floor tile installed directly by Pavel Popovici.
Bathroom and walk-in showers
Waterproofing membranes (Schluter-Kerdi), custom niches, glass and porcelain mosaic with calibrated floor drainage slopes.
- Continuous Schluter-Kerdi waterproof barrier
- Custom built-in niches, shelves, and benches
- Delicate glass and porcelain mosaic setting
Kitchen backsplashes
Subway tile, herringbone patterns, laser-aligned grout lines, and clean cuts around cabinets, outlets, and range hoods.
- Classic subway, herringbone, and chevron layouts
- Laser-aligned grout joints and level planes
- Clean cuts around outlets and range hoods
Tile-to-hardwood transitions
Flush curbless entries and seamless metal transitions between tile and wood with millimetre-calibrated subfloor elevations.
- Curbless flush thresholds with zero elevation bump
- Sleek Schluter metal transition profiles
- Direct subfloor height calibration
What Portland homeowners say about Pavel's tile work
“Pavel refinished my floors which turned out beautiful but the standout work was the tile setting in my two bathrooms... fragile thin glass around my bathtub.”
“Picked tile that was too complicated to install but he had it up and precisely grouted in only a few hours.”
Planning a tile installation or bathroom remodel?
Every installation is measured, prepped, and hand-set personally by Pavel Popovici without subcontractors.
Every floor crafted and supervised directly by the owner
Direct owner-operated craftsmanship on every job with no salespeople or subcontractors.
Pavel Popovici
Founder and lead craftsman
Work directly with the craftsman doing the work. Pavel personally measures your home, tests stain samples on your floor, and applies every finish coat.
Every project includes a guaranteed written scope upfront, backed by a one-year craft warranty. No commissioned salespeople and no surprises.
Backed by two brothers, 30 combined years in Portland trades, and two Oregon CCB licenses (#227332 and #207760).
Real flooring work in your neighborhood
Recent local projects, from white oak refinishing to water-damage repairs.
Frequently asked questions
The questions we hear the most about dry times, dust containment, finishes, and costs.
Dry time is different from cure time. For premium water-based finishes (like Bona Traffic HD), the floor is dry enough to walk on in socks after 3 to 4 hours. You can move furniture back (lift and place, do not drag) after 72 hours. Cure time (when the finish reaches maximum hardness) takes 3 to 7 days; keep rugs off the floor and avoid wet cleaning until curing is complete. For oil-based finishes, double these times: wait at least 24 hours before sock-walking, and 7 to 14 days for a full cure.
Water-based polyurethane dries much faster (3-4 hours vs. 24 hours), has very low odor (VOCs), and cures clear, preserving the natural color of the wood. Oil-based polyurethane has strong fumes, takes longer to dry, and "ambers" (yellows) over time, giving the wood a warm, golden tone. While oil-based was historically tougher, modern premium water-based finishes (like commercial-grade crosslinked polyurethanes) are actually harder and more scratch-resistant than oil.
Refinishing costs are driven by the total square footage, the number of staircases (stairs are labor-intensive and priced per step), the type of existing finish (aluminum oxide finishes on prefinished floors take longer to sand off), and the choice of stain or premium finishes. For installation, cost factors include the wood species (e.g., domestic Oak vs. exotic Maple), board width (wider planks cost more), subfloor preparation (leveling or replacing plywood), and layout complexity (diagonal patterns or borders).
While no sanding is 100% dust-free, our state-of-the-art HEPA-rated dust containment system captures 99.8% of airborne dust at the source. The sanding machines are connected directly to commercial vacuums outside or via sealed hoses. To protect your home further, we seal off the work zone with heavy plastic sheeting, tape HVAC registers shut to prevent dust from entering the ductwork, and perform a thorough wipe-down of all horizontal surfaces before leaving.
Solid hardwood is 100% wood, can be refinished multiple times, and offers the highest long-term ROI, but it is sensitive to moisture and cannot go in basements. Engineered hardwood has a real wood veneer over a stable plywood core, making it more resistant to humidity fluctuations and suitable for basements and concrete slabs. Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) is waterproof, highly scratch-resistant, and ideal for high-traffic kitchens, bathrooms, or rentals, though it does not add the same long-term real estate value as real wood.
Board-by-board repairs are perfect for localized damage, such as water stains under a plant, pet stains, or deep gouges from moving furniture, as long as we can source matching wood of the same species, width, and thickness. However, if the finish is worn down to raw wood in high-traffic pathways, or if there is widespread sun fading, cupping, or general scratches across the room, a full sand and refinish is required to ensure a uniform color and consistent protective coat.
In 2026, refinishing 1,000 square feet of hardwood floors in the Portland metro area typically costs between $4,990 and $6,500 ($4.99 to $6.50 per square foot). This price includes 99.8% HEPA dustless sanding, custom stain or natural sealer, and three coats of commercial-grade waterborne polyurethane (Bona Traffic HD). Factors like staircases ($45–$65 per step) or extensive board repairs may adjust the total.
Yes. 1920s Craftsman Douglas fir floors can be lightened by sanding down to raw wood and applying a specialized waterborne white-pigmented sealer (such as Bona NordicSeal or Loba 2K InvisibleProtect) instead of traditional oil-based polyurethanes. This prevents the fir from turning orange or pink, achieving a clean, modern matte Scandinavian look.
Yes. When pet urine ammonia creates deep black stains that penetrate through the wood fibers, chemical bleaching rarely restores natural color. We perform selective board weaving (lacing in new matching red or white oak tongue-and-groove planks), then sand and blend the section into the surrounding floor seamlessly.
Subfloor squeaks occur when subfloor plywood loosens from floor joists over time. We eliminate squeaks from above using specialized precision countersink fasteners driven directly through the subfloor into joists without cracking tongue-and-groove boards, or from below in crawlspaces using joist bracing and structural adhesive. The fastener holes are filled with color-matched wood putty before final sanding, completely eliminating movement and noise.
In Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, hardwood planks must acclimate to an Equilibrium Moisture Content (EMC) between 6% and 9% before installation. The subfloor and hardwood planks must measure within 2% moisture difference for wide planks (over 3 inches) and within 4% for standard strip flooring using calibrated digital pinless moisture meters to prevent seasonal winter cupping and summer crowning.
Yes. While factory-applied aluminum oxide finishes are extremely hard, our commercial belt sanders and diamond-ceramic abrasive belts cut cleanly through factory coatings down to raw wood without burning or uneven dishing. Once stripped, the floor can be custom stained and protected with 3 coats of commercial waterborne polyurethane.
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