Screen & Recoat
Renew a qualifying finish, soften fine surface wear and add protection while preserving the existing stain color and character of the floor.
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Refined Craftsmanship for Beautiful Chapel Hill Hardwood Floors.
Premium hardwood restoration, custom stain matching, screen and recoat, full sanding and specialty coating removal for Chapel Hill homes where detail and finish quality matter.
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A Personal Connection to Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Means More Than Just Another Service Area.
Our family has a special connection to Chapel Hill through our daughter. She graduated from UNC–Chapel Hill and is now continuing her journey at the UNC School of Medicine. We’ve watched Chapel Hill become an important part of her life and ours, which makes serving homeowners in this community especially meaningful to our family.
As a family-owned business, we’re proud to bring the same care, honesty and attention to detail to Chapel Hill homes that we would want for our own family.
Chapel Hill Hardwood Craftsmanship
A Finish Should Complement the Home—not Compete With It.
Chapel Hill homes range from historic residences to contemporary custom builds. We evaluate the architecture, wood species, existing color, sheen and everyday use before recommending a restoration plan that feels appropriate for the home.
Full Sanding & Refinishing
Create a fresh foundation for significant wear, major color changes or failed finish, with careful stain development and premium protective coatings.
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Wax & Acrylic Removal
Remove incompatible polish and acrylic buildup that can cloud the appearance, hold soil and interfere with professional finish adhesion.
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Why Chapel Hill Homeowners Choose True Clean
Careful Decisions Create More Elegant Results.
A premium result depends on more than the final coat. We explain how wood species, lighting, stain, sheen and existing conditions affect the finished appearance so the restoration supports the character of the room.
01Owner-operated service.
Robert remains directly involved from the initial evaluation through the completed work.
Robert remains directly involved from the initial evaluation through the completed work.
02Real project documentation.
Our website features genuine transformations, process photographs and videos—not stock imagery.
Our website features genuine transformations, process photographs and videos—not stock imagery.
03Specialty problem solving.
Screen and recoat, stain matching, color correction and wax or acrylic coating removal are central parts of our work.
Screen and recoat, stain matching, color correction and wax or acrylic coating removal are central parts of our work.
04No-pressure education.
We explain the limitations of each option so you can make a confident decision for your home.
We explain the limitations of each option so you can make a confident decision for your home.
A Detail-Focused Process
From Design Conversation to Final Walkthrough.
Every project begins with the floor and the homeowner's goals. Preparation, stain development, finish selection and final inspection are handled as connected parts of one complete result.
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Evaluate
Review wear, finish, contamination, wood type and construction.
02
Prepare
Protect the work area and complete the required cleaning or mechanical preparation.
03
Restore
Screen, sand or remove coatings according to the selected service.
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Finish
Apply stain when appropriate and build protection with premium finish.
05
Review
Inspect the completed floor and explain cure time and maintenance.
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See More of What True Clean Can Do for Your Hardwood Floors.
See real hardwood projects, watch our restoration videos, explore the Hardwood Floor Learning Center, or learn about our most popular Screen & Recoat service.
Color, Sheen & Architectural Fit
A Beautiful Finish Should Feel Native to the Home.
Chapel Hill homes often combine natural light, custom millwork, open rooms and carefully selected finishes. Hardwood color and sheen should support those details rather than overpower them.
We consider the wood species, existing amber tone, room lighting, connected spaces and the homeowner's preferred level of contrast before recommending stain or finish options.
See Real Color-Correction ProjectsNatural-light evaluation
Colors can appear very different in morning light, shaded rooms and warm evening lighting.
Sheen selection
Ultra matte, matte and satin create different visual character without changing the craftsmanship underneath.
Connected-room continuity
Stain and finish choices should transition naturally into adjoining rooms, stairs and existing woodwork.
Craftsmanship You Can See
Real Floors. Real Details. Real Results.
Our documented projects show the original condition, preparation choices, color work and completed finish so homeowners can see how thoughtful decisions change the outcome.
Historic Character
Preserving Age While Improving the Finish.
See how older hardwood can be renewed without erasing the grain variation and visual history that make the floor special.
Custom Color Work
A More Intentional Stain and Sheen.
A documented transformation showing preparation, color enhancement and protective finishing selected for the room.
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Serving Chapel Hill
Hardwood Care for Chapel Hill and Carrboro Homes.
True Clean serves Chapel Hill, Carrboro and nearby communities with hardwood services designed for older homes, custom residences, modern interiors and architecturally distinctive spaces.
Clear photos, video, approximate square footage and information about previous products often allow us to begin the evaluation before scheduling an in-home visit.
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Common Questions
Can you help choose a stain color that fits the home?
Yes. Existing wood tone, lighting, furnishings and adjoining rooms all affect how a stain reads. Sample development is more reliable than choosing from a printed chart alone.
Can a lower-sheen finish still protect the floor?
Yes. Sheen affects appearance more than basic protection. Product selection, preparation and proper application are the more important performance factors.
Can engineered hardwood in a custom home be refinished?
Some engineered floors can be screened and recoated, and certain products can be sanded. The wear layer, factory coating and existing condition must be evaluated first.
Can repaired boards be blended with the surrounding floor?
Often they can be blended substantially through species selection, preparation and stain matching, although exact invisibility is not always realistic.
Can you start an estimate from photographs?
Often, yes. Clear photographs, a short walkthrough video and approximate square footage can provide a strong starting point. Complex conditions may still require an in-home evaluation.
Local, Owner-Operated Service
Look for True Clean Hardwood in Chapel Hill.
Our branded service van brings True Clean's refinishing, custom stain matching, screen and recoat and specialty coating-removal services directly to homeowners throughout Chapel Hill, Carrboro and the Triangle.
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Ready to Discuss Your Chapel Hill Hardwood Project?
Not sure which service your Chapel Hill floor needs?Send photos, a short video and approximate square footage for a free preliminary phone estimate. Detailed in-home consultations are $125 and credited toward the project when you hire True Clean.
Send clear photographs or a short video, approximate square footage and a description of the look or condition you would like to improve. We will help identify the most appropriate next step.