Can Scratched Hardwood Be Fixed Without Refinishing?

Hardwood floors are built to last—but scratches happen. Whether it’s from pets, furniture, or daily wear and tear, scratched flooring is a common issue for homeowners in Norwalk , Stamford , Greenwich , Darien , Westport , and across Fairfield County . The good news? You may not need to fully refinish your hardwood floors to fix the problem. At All Hardwoods & Carpet —also known as HardwoodFloorsLLC.com —we get this question all the time: “Can I fix scratches without sanding the entire floor?” Yes. Depending on the severity of the scratches, there are a few effective solutions that can restore your floor’s beauty without the dust, downtime, or cost of a full refinish. Types of Scratches and What They Mean Before jumping to a solution, it’s important to understand what kind of scratch you’re dealing with: Surface scratches – Light scuffs that haven’t broken through the finish. Deeper scratches – Penetrate the finish a...