Design inspiration · Pattern & detail
A more distinctive floor.
Herringbone and chevron bring a different rhythm to a room. We can discuss the pattern, proportions and installation details for your space.
Explore our servicesCharlottesville · Richmond · Northern Virginia
Beautiful floors.
Made for
your home.
Hardwood installation, sanding and refinishing by Platinum Oaks LLC. From a new floor to a fresh finish, we help you choose the right approach for your space.
Bona Certified Craftsman
Meet Platinum Oaks
Local flooring.
Personal attention.
William Mejia · Platinum Oaks LLC
We’re a flooring business based in Charlottesville, serving homeowners, builders and designers in nearby communities, Richmond and Northern Virginia. Our work includes new hardwood installation, restoring existing wood floors, and the details that connect a space, from stairs to transitions.
As a Bona Certified Craftsman, we work with Bona color and finish systems to create different looks, from a lighter, low-sheen floor to a warmer, richer tone. The wood, its condition and the way you use the room all matter when choosing a finish.
Tell us what you want to keep, what you want to change and how you use your space. We’ll talk through the options and the scope of work before moving forward.
Talk with us about your floorsLocal flooring service
Areas
we serve.
Based in Charlottesville, we provide flooring installation, refinishing and repairs in nearby communities, Richmond and Northern Virginia.
- Charlottesville
- Earlysville
- Ivy
- Keswick
- Richmond
- Northern Virginia
Tell us where your project is located so we can confirm service availability and talk through the work.
Explore our service areasFlooring inspiration
Natural character.
Considered spaces.
Explore the possibilities in wood,
pattern, color and finish.
Design inspiration · Color & finish
Find the right tone.
From lighter, low-sheen looks to warmer finishes, wood species and finish choices shape the character of the floor. We’ll help you work through the options.
Explore our servicesImages shown are design inspiration, not completed Platinum Oaks projects.
See our project work on InstagramActual Platinum Oaks projects
Our work.
Up close.
Photos from @platinumoaksflooring.
Finished floors and installation in progress.
Ash · NordicSeal & Traffic HD
Natural variation, preserved.
For this ash floor, we used Bona NordicSeal to add a light white tone without covering the grain or the contrast between boards, followed by Bona Traffic HD as the protective finish.
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Maple · Extra matte
Light color. Subtle sheen.
This maple floor pairs Bona NordicSeal with an extra-matte finish. The sealer helps shape the light color, while the low sheen keeps the finished look understated.
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Red oak · AmberSeal & Traffic HD
Warmth in the wood.
Refinished red oak with Bona AmberSeal for a warm natural tone and Bona Traffic HD in a satin finish. The wood’s grain remains a central part of the room.
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Caramel Chroma · Satin finish
A richer color direction.
A warm Caramel Chroma refinish finished with Bona Traffic HD in satin. Color and sheen work together, and the same treatment can look different on different woods.
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Hardwood installation · In progress
The work before the reveal.
An installation in progress, with the layout taking shape across the room. Board placement, preparation and transitions are part of the work long before a finished-floor photo.
View this projectWhat we do
New floors.
Restored favorites.
A clear plan for the floor you have,
or the one you have in mind.
Solid & engineered hardwood
We install solid and engineered hardwood, planning the board direction, layout and transitions around your space. The installation method depends on the flooring product, subfloor and site conditions.
Nail-down or glue-down approaches are considered where appropriate for the selected floor and manufacturer’s requirements. We’ll review the material and existing surface before setting the scope.
Sanding & refinishing
Sanding removes the existing finish so we can work with the wood beneath it, address surface wear and explore a new color or sheen. The floor must have enough suitable wood remaining to be sanded.
Deep stains, damaged boards or uneven areas may need additional work rather than sanding alone. We’ll discuss what can be improved, what may remain and which repairs should be included.
Recoats & finish maintenance
A recoat adds a new protective finish layer to a suitable existing surface, without sanding the floor back to bare wood. It may be a practical choice for finish wear when a full refinish is not needed.
A recoat does not change the wood’s color or remove deep scratches, dents or stains in the wood. Existing coatings and cleaning-product residue affect compatibility, so the surface needs to be assessed first.
Repairs & matching
We repair damaged areas and discuss how replacement boards can connect with the existing floor. Species, board width, thickness, grade, grain and the existing finish all influence the match.
New wood and older wood do not always look identical. Depending on the damage and color, blending the repair may involve refinishing a larger area. We’ll explain the options rather than promise an invisible match.
Stairs, treads & landings
Stair treads, risers, landings and floor transitions can be considered together so the work feels connected from one level to the next. We’ll review the existing stairs and the surfaces you want to change.
Refinishing existing wood or replacing worn flooring surfaces depends on their condition and construction. We’ll discuss the color, finish and transition details as part of the flooring scope.
Luxury vinyl plank
We install LVP for projects where vinyl is the preferred material. Product choice, subfloor flatness, moisture conditions and room-to-room transitions all affect how the installation is planned.
The selected product’s instructions determine the installation method, whether a click-lock system or a glue-down product. Removal of existing flooring, preparation and trim work should be included in the discussion.
Herringbone & chevron
Custom patterned hardwood creates a distinct rhythm across a room. Herringbone uses staggered rectangular pieces; chevron uses angled ends that meet in a continuous point.
We’ll talk through the pattern direction, scale, borders and how the layout meets doorways and adjoining rooms. Material selection and layout planning are important parts of a patterned installation.
Preparation & project planning
A clear flooring scope starts with the space itself: the existing floor, subfloor condition, moisture considerations, access and the material you want to use. Preparation is part of the plan, not an afterthought.
Tell us about furniture, existing floor removal, baseboards, doors, stairs and disposal needs. We’ll discuss what is included in the work and the details that need to be resolved before installation or refinishing.
The work behind the finish
Good floors start
before the final coat.
A flooring project is more than the color you see at the end. Material selection, preparation, layout and finishing all shape the result.
Whether you’re updating one room or planning a larger project, we’ll help you understand the work involved and make informed choices for your floor.
Discuss your projectGetting started
Let’s talk
through the details.
Show us the space.
Send your city or town, a few photos and a short description of the work you have in mind. Include approximate square footage if you know it.
Review the options.
We’ll discuss the existing floor, material, color, sheen and timing. The condition of your floor helps determine the right approach.
Define the scope.
Talk through the estimate and project details before moving forward, including any repairs, stairs or transitions that need attention.
Planning your project
A few
good questions.
Where do you work?
We serve Charlottesville, Earlysville, Ivy, Keswick, Richmond and Northern Virginia, along with nearby communities. Share your city or town when you contact us so we can confirm service availability for your project.
Does my floor need sanding or a recoat?
It depends on the wear, existing finish and condition of the wood. A recoat refreshes a suitable finish without sanding down to bare wood. Deeper wear, damage or a color change may call for sanding and refinishing. We’ll assess the floor before recommending an approach.
Can you change the color or sheen?
Yes, color and sheen options are part of a refinishing discussion. The same color can look different on ash, maple or oak, so the species and existing floor matter. Our actual project gallery shows several finishes we’ve used. We’ll discuss which options fit your wood and the look you want.
Do you install engineered wood and LVP?
Yes. We install solid hardwood, engineered wood and luxury vinyl plank. Let us know which material you’re considering and whether there is an existing floor to remove or work around.
What should I send for an estimate?
Your city or town, the service you need, photos, approximate square footage if known and preferred timing. Mention stairs, damaged areas or a custom pattern. Start with what you know; we can discuss the remaining details.
Charlottesville · Richmond · Northern Virginia
What’s next
for your floors?
Tell us about your project. We’ll help you work out the next step.
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