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Saturday, January 25, 2014

Making Strides ~ Floor Finish Line


We are making strides!

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It was a three week process to install the Brazilian cherry hardwoods and it's done!

Mr. Heart removed the existing carpet and old subfloor...







The flooring was delivered and the new subfloor installed...



The moisture barrier was laid and the wood positioned for installation...



The wood was installed and ready for the sanding and sealing...




Sanding...
 


Vacuuming up the dust...


Sealing...


Drying...
 


This process was done three times,
repeat,
repeat,
repeat!

And here are the finished floors...



There was no stain applied, just several coats of the sealer
which brings out the color in Brazilian cherry.

 This type of wood darkens over time,
so it will be a little while before the new catches up with the existing flooring.
Here you can see the existing and new side by side...


The dust has settled,
we are moving the furniture back into the great-room,
and the kitchen cabinetry is in the final decision stage.

There is a LOT more to do but things are moving along!

Blessings,
Cindy

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31 comments:

  1. Michele M./ Finch RestJanuary 24, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    YAY!!!

    Oh, it looks absolutely divine. I am so happy for you! Whew, what a big deal home improvements are, yes?

    Have a wonderful weekend.

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  2. Rita C at PanoplyJanuary 24, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    Just gorgeous!

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  3. Debby RayJanuary 24, 2014 at 12:40 PM

    Beautiful!

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  4. Betty January 24, 2014 at 3:20 PM

    Oh My goodness. I looks wonderful and I have never heard of that wood before. Just beautiful.

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  5. JunkchiccottageJanuary 24, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    Oh Cindy it is just gorgeous. So so pretty. I bet you are so happy to finally get your furniture moved back into the space.
    Kris

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  6. DebbiedoosJanuary 24, 2014 at 4:19 PM

    Oh my gorgeousness!!!!!!!!!!!

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  7. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 24, 2014 at 4:45 PM

    That is really pretty, Cindy. I can't believe how much darker the older floor is.

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  8. NanaDianaJanuary 24, 2014 at 6:48 PM

    Whooo Hoooo, Cindy. It is just gorgeous. I love it and I bet you can't wait to be completely done!!!! xo Diana

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  9. UnknownJanuary 24, 2014 at 7:46 PM

    The floors are gorgeous. Just love that rich colour.

    Mary @ Orphans With Makeup

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  10. UnknownJanuary 24, 2014 at 7:51 PM

    looks beautiful!

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  11. Ms. AJanuary 24, 2014 at 10:38 PM

    It looks beautiful!

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  12. UnknownJanuary 24, 2014 at 11:04 PM

    The floors look wonderful!! I love the different shades of wood and can't wait to see the furniture in place!

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  13. Sew a Fine SeamJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:05 AM

    Beautiful! Oh how gloriously beautiful!

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  14. CarolJanuary 25, 2014 at 1:00 AM

    Lovely! I know you are happy it is in and finished! Have a great weekend

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  15. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseJanuary 25, 2014 at 5:39 AM

    It looks beautiful and very warm. I'm also choosing the last details on my kitchen cabinets!

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  16. Christine @ Rustic-RefinedJanuary 25, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    Wow, they look wonderful!

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  17. Nancy's NotesJanuary 25, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    Oh my, your floors are just stunning! I'm happy I found your blog, I'll be back!
    Nancy

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  18. Pat@BPMJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:52 AM

    Gorgeous flooring Cindy!!

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  19. ~Lavender Dreamer~January 25, 2014 at 8:58 AM

    That is the most beautiful wood I've ever seen. You won't want to cover it up with furniture! WOW!

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  20. Patty SumnerJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:38 AM

    The floors are just beautiful Cindy! I know you are so happy to get things done...I love the aging process...it just makes things look better....I wish I could get that thought in my minds process for me....lol... Have a great weekend.. Blessings!

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  21. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementJanuary 25, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    They are gorgeous Cindy! I love the look of wood and think yours are fab!!

    I hope you have a great weekend.
    Pam

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  22. PatriciaJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:05 PM

    Oh my - absolutely beautiful ! You must be so pleased..... I have to say that I especially love the photo with the adorable little cutie laying smack in the middle of the floor...... !

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  23. Vintage GalJanuary 25, 2014 at 2:13 PM

    The floors are just amazing ~ so beautiful and warm looking, LOVE THEM!

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  24. Teresa@magazineyourhomeJanuary 25, 2014 at 3:01 PM

    Your floors are gorgeous, all that work sure paid off! What type of sealer did you use on your floor?

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  25. DeborahJanuary 25, 2014 at 8:32 PM

    Beyond gorgeous Cindy!
    But so worth all the effort!
    Love what you've done...so lovely!

    All my heart...Deborah xo

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  26. Joy@aVintageGreenJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:29 PM

    Your floor is just beautiful. You must be thrilled.
    Joy

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  27. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJanuary 25, 2014 at 9:35 PM

    GORGEOUS Cindy!!

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  28. ConstanceJanuary 25, 2014 at 11:27 PM

    Beauitful! It is wonderful to see someone putting in real wood - nothing looks better!
    Enjoy your magnificent floors:)

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  29. Linda {Calling it Home}January 26, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    Such a big job but so worth it. I love how your floors look.

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  30. Cristina GarayJanuary 26, 2014 at 6:43 PM

    Simply GORGEOUS!

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  31. An Oasis in the DesertJanuary 28, 2014 at 9:27 AM

    The new floors are gorgeous! I am so excited for you, Cindy!

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