We recently completed a complete overhaul of a client’s staircase, which required us to remove the old one and build a new one that complied with village code.

To bring this project to life, we installed pine pre-primed skirt boards and risers, which provided a smooth and polished base for the new staircase. We then added new red oak stair treads and handrails, which added warmth and elegance to the space.

In addition, we’re currently in the process of painting the newel post and spindles white , which will create a cohesive and modern look for the staircase.

We understand the importance of staying up-to-date with building codes, and we take pride in ensuring that our projects meet all necessary regulations. With our attention to detail and commitment to using high-quality materials, we believe that this staircase remodel has truly transformed the space.

We invite you to take a look at the before and after photos of this project, and we hope that they inspire you to consider updating your own staircase. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Welcome to our Gallery, where we showcase our latest project – a stunning staircase remodeling process. We’re thrilled to share with you the before and after photos of this transformation, which we believe speaks for itself.

Our team began this project by removing the old staircase and installing new stringers to ensure the new staircase would be stronger and more durable. We then added new white oak stringer boards, risers, and stair treads, which gave the staircase a fresh and modern feel.

To add a personal touch, we opted for unfinished white oak wood on the landing, which offers endless possibilities for customization to match your personal style. We also installed new white oak plain square posts and handrails, along with new iron spindles, which added a sleek and contemporary look to the staircase.

Finally, we finished the project with Bona NordicSeal and Bona Traffic HD finish, which not only enhances the natural beauty of the white oak wood but also offers protection from wear and tear.

We are incredibly proud of this project and the work our team has done. We believe that our attention to detail and the use of high-quality materials has resulted in a stunning transformation that will be appreciated for years to come.

Thank you for visiting our website, and we hope that our staircase remodeling process has inspired you to consider updating your own space. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation.

Bona Ebony Stain on red oak 4inch flooring + 2 coats of Bona woodline polyurethane satin sheen

Hardwood Floor & Stair Refinishing in North Center Chicago

FLOORecki transformed traditional red oak hardwood floors with an outdated yellow-orange tone into a more modern, rich look using a dark walnut stain and a Bona Traffic HD extra matte finish. This combination creates a clean, contemporary appearance while maintaining long-term durability and low VOC performance.

The staircase was fully updated to match the new flooring. We removed the existing stair runner and all staples, then sanded and refinished each tread. The staircase was upgraded with new square newel posts, modern square handrails, and black plain iron spindles to create a cohesive, updated design.

In addition to flooring and stairs, this project included selective demolition and layout improvements requested by the homeowner. We coordinated the removal of an existing fireplace, partial kitchen cabinet demolition, and structural wall adjustments, followed by rebuilding to improve the overall flow of the space.

All work was completed in a North Center Chicago townhome, near Roscoe Village and Wrigleyville. Projects like this require careful planning, protection, and coordination to ensure consistent results across multiple trades.
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Modernizing Red Oak Floors — From Yellow to Dark Walnut

Many older Chicago homes have red oak floors with strong yellow or orange tones. Through proper sanding, stain selection, and controlled application, we’re able to shift the look toward a deeper, more modern color without replacing the flooring.

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Stair Refinishing & Modern Staircase Upgrade

Updating stairs is one of the most impactful changes in a home. By removing carpet runners and upgrading to oak treads, square posts, and iron spindles, the entire space feels more open and contemporary.

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Coordinated Interior Work — Floors, Stairs, and Layout Changes

This project required coordination beyond flooring.
We worked closely with trusted contractors to manage demolition, wall adjustments, and rebuilding — keeping the process organized and efficient for the homeowner.

Sanded natural color previously finished old oak flooring, then used Bona Nordic Seal to create this whitewash look, we then applied 2 upper coats of Bona Traffic HD Satin Sheen.

New oak treads, freshly painted risers

Natural red oak floors and Bona Traffic Hd

Natural oak floors transferred to dark brown color and stained with Bona Traffic HD

Had to replace part of handrail, a few spindles and 2 front newel posts, install new treads,
stain it with golden oak Stain and finish with 3 coats of Bona Traffic Hd

Removed old iron baluster, installed new oak posts, oak hand rails, put new black iron spindles in, finished with 3 coats of Bona Traffic HD Satin

We installed white oak hardwood by full spread and nail down technique, we then stained it with bona gray stain and finished with Bona Traffic HD finish

Project scope included Installation of 4 inch unfinished Character grade white oak hardwood using full spread bona adhesive R851 + nail down technique, we then finished it with Bona natural sealer + 2 upper coats of Bona Traffic HD satin sheen

Customer requested custom border to match the rest of her floors,  red oak + walnut border, stained it with Golden oak duraseal and finished with 2 coats of commercial grade polyurethane.