Choosing Your Stain Color
Stain Samples
We recommend sanding a patch and testing stain colors on your floor to ensure the right color is chosen. Stain samples should use a similar sanding sequence as will be used when the entire floor is stained as this can greatly affect how a stain looks.
Differing amounts of stain will soak into the floor if the final cut is done with 80 grit as opposed to 120 grit sandpaper.

Stain Charts
When selecting a stain color, print or digital stain charts are a good place to start; however, these charts do not accurately represent stain colors. Differences in lighting, computer screens, wood types, and application methods, among other factors, can cause big differences in how a stain will look from one floor to another.
Visit our showroom to see samples of stain choices on white oak and red oak, water-popped and not water-popped. Showroom appointments can be scheduled here.
Water-popping
Water-popping is a common technique used to stain floors. By opening the grain, the wood will accept more stain resulting in a darker, richer tone.
Stain / Sealer / Finish Chart
Click here to learn more on recommended coverage rates, application methods and dry times. This information comes from technical data sheets provided by manufacturers.
2021 Top Stain Choices

Duraseal
Dark Walnut

Duraseal
Jacobean

Duraseal
Antique Brown

Duraseal
Ebony

Duraseal
Provincial

Duraseal
Classic Gray

Duraseal
Special Walnut

Duraseal
Coffee Brown

Duraseal
Medium Brown

Duraseal
Weathered Oak