Hardwood floor refinishing in Ladd's Addition
As Portland's oldest planned residential community, Ladd's Addition is famed for its historic rose gardens and exquisite Craftsman bungalows. We provide gentle, museum-grade dustless sanding that protects tight-grain old-growth Douglas fir and century-old oak.
Architectural styles and historic wood
Specialized restoration techniques tailored for historic homes throughout Ladd's Addition.
Craftsman
Preserving original old-growth Doug fir or oak, matching historical stain colors, and delicate sanding to respect the age of the wood.
Bungalow
Restoring classic narrow-plank white oak flooring and performing seamless board replacements matching the original grain pattern.
Mission
Comprehensive hardwood restoration preserving original architectural character.
Signature historic wood species
Documented wood species and milling eras authentic to homes across Ladd's Addition.
Tight-Ring Old-Growth Douglas Fir
Old-growth heartwood fir featuring up to 30 growth rings per inch, celebrated for rich reddish-honey amber hues.
Quarter-Sawn White Oak
Quartered white oak strips chosen for formal front parlors, offering high impact resistance and classic ray flake character.
Neighborhood case study and results
See how our craftsmen solved authentic hardwood challenges in the Ladd's Addition area.
Historic Douglas Fir Refinishing in Sellwood
Restoring 100-year-old original Douglas Fir flooring in a historic Sellwood craftsman bungalow.
“They saved our historic fir floors. I didn't think it was possible to make them look this good without losing their vintage character.”
— Jessica L.Location and geographic coordinates
- Neighborhood:
- Ladd's Addition
- Parent city:
- Portland
- GPS coordinates:
- 45.5088° N, 122.6517° W
- Service radius:
- Entire district
Landmarks and local corridors
Serving historic homes and community residences surrounding key locations in Ladd's Addition:
- Ladd Circle Park & Rose Gardens
- Palio Dessert and Espresso House
- Central Botanical Gardens
Our flooring services in Ladd's Addition
99.8% dustless HEPA sanding, artisan restoration, and warranty-backed installations.
Dustless sanding
99.8% HEPA dust containment keeping your home clean.
Historic restoration
Revitalizing old-growth Doug fir and original white oak.
Custom stain matching
Direct on-floor color sampling to match your vision.
Eco-friendly polyurethane
Commercial waterborne finishes safe for pets and children.
Frequently asked questions in Ladd's Addition
Direct answers on floor restoration, wood species, and preservation in Ladd's Addition.
Q1.How do you preserve original old-growth fir flooring in Ladd's Addition historic bungalows?
Old-growth fir is softer than oak; we use high-grit fine abrasive passes and hard-plate orbital finishing to keep the surface flat without dishing out soft summerwood grain.
Q2.Can you remove aged orange or amber tint from historic fir floors in Ladd's Addition?
Yes, we apply non-yellowing waterborne sealers like Bona Mega ONE or Bona NaturalSeal, which preserve the pale, organic beauty of fir without turning dark or orange over time.
Living in Ladd's Addition and planning a floor restoration?
Schedule your free technical assessment. We inspect your wood floors and deliver a transparent written proposal.