Water no longer beads
When water soaks in rather than beading, the guard has worn.
Traffic lanes look dull
Paths through a store or office show where the sheen has worn.
Scratches and etching
Grit and acids leave marks that burnishing may not remove.
What a refresh includes
From a clean and burnish to a light re-grind and polish, depending on wear.
Spot signs
Look at the floor in raking light. Dull lanes, cloudy patches and scuffs are clearer when light skims the surface. Compare with an area under furniture or in a corner that sees less traffic.
Refresh versus full restoration
A refresh is lighter and quicker than the original job. A full restoration is needed after heavy damage, coatings or deep etching. We check the floor and recommend the lighter option whenever it will do.
Planning ahead
Schedule refreshes for slow seasons or after-hours, and combine them with other floor work to limit disruption.
Quick answers
How often?
Years, not months, with good care.
Can I just add sealer?
Not on a dull floor. Surface prep matters.
