--- title: "ULTIMATE HARDWOOD LTD — Flooring Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/flooring-contractors/ultimate-hardwood-ltd-pfvwus-pf~311115594 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~311115594.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "ULTIMATE HARDWOOD LTD" category: ["Flooring Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b2a3046102890398_0864-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "sherwood park, Sherwood park, Alberta t8h1p3, Canada" latitude: 53.56 longitude: -113.3195 phone: "(780) 707-7542" website: http://ultimatehardwood.ca rating: 4.7 review_count: 14 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 129 last_updated: 2026-08-17 --- # ULTIMATE HARDWOOD LTD Original Houzz profile: [ULTIMATE HARDWOOD LTD](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/flooring-contractors/ultimate-hardwood-ltd-pfvwus-pf~311115594) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Flooring Contractors - **Location:** Sherwood park, AB - **Serves:** Canada wide - **Houzz rating:** 4.7 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2016–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25 Ideabook Saves We are a full service hardwood flooring industry using cutting edge technology and the most advanced techniques in the industry,including the most green systems implemented .For all your custom flooring needs Ultimate Hardwood is here to serve your interests and understand the marketplace.We are the only NWFA fully certified company in both expert installations and expert refinishing in northern Alberta. Call today and you will not be disappointed.Ultimate Hardwood is now a Rubio Monocoat dealer and stocks many of their products. We also carry Diamabrushes as well. Call today. ### Services Provided - Ultimate Hardwood can supply almost any unfinished specie of flooring available and install - sand and refinish. We offer Maintenon programs to keep your floors looking stellar . Repairs - consultations are also in our reputoir. Our craftsmanship is unrivaled in the Edmonton area and our online reviews prove this. We are recognized through the trade as an industry leader. We also carry and stock some products. Call today. ### Areas Served - Canada wide ### Typical Job Cost Accept all major credit cards Etransfers Cash Cheque ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | ULTIMATE HARDWOOD LTD | | Address | sherwood park, Sherwood park, Alberta t8h1p3, Canada | | Phone | (780) 707-7542 | | Website | http://ultimatehardwood.ca | | Followers on Houzz | 129 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [ULTIMATE HARDWOOD LTD](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/flooring-contractors/ultimate-hardwood-ltd-pfvwus-pf~311115594) - **Website:** http://ultimatehardwood.ca - **Phone:** (780) 707-7542 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - NWFA certified sand and finisher - NWFA certified installer - Awarded 'best hardwood refinisher' in Edmonton AB by "trusted pros" - Our work has also been published and is on the back cover of the NWFA ornamental floors technical manual - Arboritec certified in UV finishing of wood floors with Uvelite - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2016–2018), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 — 14 reviews** ### Reviews **★ — Paul, Aug. 2017** > Ultimate Hardwood (Hereinafter referred to as "UHW") was contacted at the end of January 2017 to perform an estimate of our hardwood floors refinishing. Initial recommendation was to use a Rubio Monocoat product. During the sanding phase, UHW recommends Oidie's Oil Dark as a better product & sent information for review (Odie's Oil claims that the product is "Water and stain proof—no spotting" and can be refreshed by "buffing on a light application if ever desired" -- We agree with the new product recommendation. > > On April 10th, the refinishing was completed and we were advised not to move furniture into the house for 72 hours and full cure would be in 2 weeks. > > Everything was fine until we started noticing problems 3-4 weeks after initial application of the Odie's Oil product. Water was splashed out of the sink and several drops got on the floor, water spots were visible (After wiping away immediately with a microfiber cloth). We contacted UHW to inquire about what cleaning product to use -- UHW ends up recommending a vinegar/water solution to clean floors & also states "The finish shouldn't spot". This solution does not work & the water spots remained. > > We contact UHW on May 9th to request a visit to the home for a floor inspection. UHW doesn't inspect floors until May 28th & agrees that there is a problem, stating he would discuss the issue with Odie's Oil & that he would have to either perform a mechanical buff or complete a re-oiling (At this point there are water spots, wipe & track marks that are not removable). > > UHW states floor will need to be re-oiled & we both agree on August 3rd (Allowing 10 days for the floor to cure without interruption while we are away on holiday). > > On June 19th, we contacted UHW with concerns about filler material coming out between the floorboards in places and if we should be even more concerned if it starts to occur anywhere else (UHW states this is normal on June 26th). > > Actual date of the re-oil does not occur until August 8th (UHW stated UPS lost his initial order of Odie's Oil & that he was going to have to perform the re-oil on Friday, August 4th -- which did not occur). Also prior to notifying us, we had e-mailed UHW expressing our concern with the lack of communication, wondering what was going on, frustration with having less than 5 days for the floor to cure while on vacation, expressing dissatisfaction. UHW's response was that the re-oil was a "professional courtesy" and that they are in no way responsible for maintenance or cleaning after the fact (Even though UHW stated and confirmed previously there was an issue with the initial application of the product and that he was going to resolve the problem). > > UHW also informs us that we could possibly have a humidity and cupping issue & that the re-oil was not optimal (Note that no humidity readings were provided up until this point -- On April 8th UHW stated that after sanding, the floors were in rough condition but are now "very flat". There is no mention of any evidence of damage from moisture or humidity, also no humidity test results were provided). > > After returning home from holiday, we noticed visible circular buff marks & shoe prints in multiple areas. We requested a response as to why we were not notified of the supposed humidity issue prior to performing the re-oil, no response was given. > > Attached are pictures of the issues after the second re-oiling. Also note that we have e-mails & other photos backing up the review above. **Comment from ULTIMATE HARDWOOD LTD:** > Well I was initially hired by these people to refinish their floors. After they turned out stellar I never heard back from them for months. All of a sudden they had issues. I attended and took pics and forwarded them to the finish mfg. we > Both agreed the floors were somehow abused immediately after I was done. As a > show of good customer relations the mfg suggested I go reoil the floors at N/C to which I tried but I discovered the floors were starting to cup. I took several mc readings to back us my findings and forwarded them to the homeowners. Until this moisture problem is corrected there's simply nothing I can do. After the problem is fixed > I'd be more than happy to help out again. I wish them well. **★★★★★ — Dustless Hardwood Refinishing, Dec. 2016** > Ultimate hardwood is a top notch operation. Mike goes above and beyond with customer service. I have a flooring company in the US and Mike has gone out of his way to share his knowledge with me. If you're looking for a honest expert in the hardwood field Ultimate hardwood is your guy! **★★★★★ — Jackie Bingham-Jones, Dec. 2016** > Although I cannot attest to Michael's work, I can attest to his expertise and willingness to offer advice even when nothing is in it for him. I found Ultimate Hardwood LTD through a Houzz discussion on finishing a Restoration Hardware table and he was giving advice to many people with attention to detail and suggestions. He even listed his number for people to call and I took advantage of his offer! He was beyond patient, helpful and did a great job explaining what I needed to do. Thanks again for your help! **★★★★★ — Debbie Arnold, Nov. 2016** > We love how our floor turned out as the transformation is outstanding The guys were great to deal with, hardworking and most of all took pride in their workmanship. Thank you. **★★★★★ — beachlover 58, Nov. 2016** > Mike was so helpful with my walnut countertop project. I was having a problem with white rings on my waxed finish. Mike to the rescue with the suggestion of the Rubio Monocoat oil system. He advised me on removing the wax and applying the oil. The countertop looks beautiful!! **★★★★★ — langdont, Sept. 2016** > Mike was extremely informative and helpful with his knowledge of hardwood flooring. He was able to easily decifer the look I was wanting and we went with the Rubio finish. We had honey oak floors that needed new red oak feathered in. He matched and sanded and you would never know the old from the new. Absolute perfection. The end result Far surpassed anything I had hoped for. The floors look stunning with the Rubio finish. Mike was very professional through the whole process and answered my million and one questions along the way. He was always very prompt at getting back to me. I highly recommend ultimate hardwood for any hardwood needs you may have. Excellent customer service!! **★★★★★ — Jeannette Royer, Dec. 2015** > Michael from ultimate hardwood was easy to reach by internet or phone. He was polite and considerate, listening carefully to what and how I wanted my old hardwood floors redone, he also did a great job of adding to my baseboards so that I wouldn't have to remove them. I was very happy with my living and dining room floors, both the color and the satin finish.. They are nice than when they were new in 1966. **★★★★★ — mrchuckles, Nov. 2015** > Michael provided excellent advice regarding wood flooring options. He was knowledgeable and informative without trying to sell a particular option. Specifically he helped us through the selection of reputable manufacturers and gave hints and recommendations regarding installation and maintenance. > > I have been searching for this information on the web and many other sources only to find conflicting or inaccurate information. Michael's information was complete and concise. I recommend that if you have a question regarding hardwood or engineered wood you run it by his firm first. He will help you avoid a future headache. **★★★★★ — Chanvan, Sept. 2015** > Mike did an awesome job on our hardwood refinishing. Changed the finish from satin to a matte Rubio that is beautiful and puts up with the traffic of three kids and two dogs. Great craftsmanship and creativity! **★★★★★ — centraledmonton, Sept. 2015** > We hired Ultimate Hardwood to refinish our red oak floors. 20 years of use had resulted in some serious wear. We opted for Rubio Monocoat (dog friendly and no VOC issues). We got a very competitive quote and the job was done for that amount. Virtually no dust: a simple wiping of the walls was needed. Professional and on time. No issues whatsoever. We'd hire Ultimate Hardwood again to do future projects. The final finish was excellent and the care and attention to detail was superb. **★★★★★ — bschoett, July 2015** > We hired Michael to refinish the hardwood in a home we recently purchased. Michael and his crew showed up on time and did a fantastic job. He was very professional to deal with and we are very happy with the finished product. **★★★★★ — sk\_cam, March 2015** > We contacted Michael to come to our home and help us in making a decision on the type of flooring we required to compliment the present hardwood on our main floor. He was very informative and knowledgeable, and was able to find us the hardwood floor to match our existing floor (which was no longer in stock). We hired him to do the project: installing hardwood on the entire top floor (bedrooms, office and hallway) and the family room on lower level. He was very efficient; arriving early every morning and working until late afternoon each day to get the job done with as little disruption in our home as possible. He also built two sets of wood stairways where carpet had been removed, which look fantastic. He was very focused, precise, professional, informative and always responded to any questions we had in a friendly manner. A job well done, and we would highly recommend Michael for any type of flooring job. ## Selected projects - [Custom designs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-designs-pj-vj~378223) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 [See all 1 project](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/flooring-contractors/ultimate-hardwood-ltd-pfvwus-pf~311115594) ## Ideabooks - [craftsmanship](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51054355/list/craftsmanship) — 29 ideas - [Serving Boards.](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/78290106/list/serving-boards) — 3 ideas - [Odies Oil](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86974215/list/odies-oil) — 6 ideas - [Wide Plank](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63518644/list/wide-plank) — 8 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/woodwize) ## Community Q&A **Q: Rubio Monocoat issues** *(in Flooring)* Has anyone else had issues with the Rubio Monocoat system? Ughhh. We had our red oak floors sanded and stained by professionals, and it’s been a HUGE REGRET! It’s advertised as a strong impervious product, and it is not like that for us. I spilled chicken soup on the floor, and from the time i walked over to get paper towels and the rubio cleaner, it left a bleached mark. We have bleached marks throughout our house!! Attention Rubio— please don’t respond with an apology and ask me to contact your technical department. We had the guys who did the floors back out and even they only suggested we be careful with floors. And they said a rubio rep will come at end of april when he’s in town, meanwhile we’re stuck with blotched floors, and I cannot imagine a solution that won’t be a total nuissance to fix. They are stunning beautiful floors, but TOTALLY NON-FUNCTIONAL. A: It doesn’t hold up. Precolor sits on top of the wood and is nearly impossible to repair.... I am sure there is a class action suit soon to come. Rubio is a farce of a finish. **Q: Problems with Rubio Monocoat** *(in Flooring)* We had our 40 year old red oak floors professionally sanded to 100 grit and then pole sanded with a 120 grit screen. We applied Rubio Monocoat Bourbon with a buffer and red pads and seemed to get all of the excess off with a buffer using white pads and following up with the white buffer pad with cotton towels. However the end result is very blotchy. It does not seem to be cloudy as many people report but it appears the wood itself has shinier spots than others and seems related to the grain of the wood. We don't know if it is an unevenness in the wood fibers/grain or possibly uneven sanding. Possibly parts of the same board taking up more finish than other parts? We are wondering if applying a second coat of rubio would help or hurt the problem. Does anyone have suggestions as to what the problem is and how we may correct it? Currently it is difficult to get a picture showing the issue but I will try in the daylight. Thank you for your input and help in deciphering this problem. A: Rubio is junk. Its not food safe especially if it’s a coloured oil. Sand it off and go with odies oil clear. Sand upto whatever grit you want and don’t waterpop. **Q: what type of wood flooring does not scratch?** *(in Flooring)* Most of the pictures I look at have hardwood or engineered wood in the kitchens and I have advised that wood will scratch especially with moving the fridge and stove in and out for cleaning? Is there a hardwood that does scratch?? Victoria A: Ironwood **Q: Wood Floor Refinishing Project - My Fixer Upper** *(in Home Decorating)* The dark stain is oak, the light finish is maple. The original plan was to strip and stain the maple to match until we learned that maple does not stain well and local refinisher will not stain the maple dark. My husband was going to try the job himself but was advised against it. Sooo many other things for him to do! The maple is about 500 sq. ft. the oak is about 800 s.f. and stretches all the way into entryway and up the stairs into the hallways. It stops at the bedrooms. The bedrooms are light oak. These floors need some harmony, quickly and inexpensively! A: Maple stains just fine if you know what to do. I'd look for another floor pro that has stained maple many many times. **Q: Should I be concerned about this Hardwood Install?** *(in Other)* Had new white oak planks put into our master. The floors haven't been sanded yet, but there seem to be a lot of nail holes and gaps in the planks. Contractor says nothing looks wrong to him... but obsession over small details is finding it hard to ignore these imperfections... Anyone with experience know if these imperfections are usually worked out during sanding and finishing... or should I be concerned about this? A: Milling on site finished isn't perfect. I do see a bit of a sloppy install but if your pro is good he should be able to make it look good. Btw gc' and architects rarely know 'the best pros' cause that cuts into their profits I'm afraid. Real craftsmen work directly for the homeowner imo. **Q: Hardwood - matching or contrast?** *(in Design Dilemma)* Hi, this is my first post here. I have a 2-story house, with site-finished oak on the first floor, and carpet upstairs. I'll be replacing some of the upstairs carpet with wood, and would prefer to use prefinished, for ease of installation, since I'm planning to install the flooring myself. I'm attaching a photo showing the view from upstairs, where the new floors will be visible next to the existing banister and the oak floors downstairs. I'm looking for the best option to either a) match the banister and the oak downstairs as much as possible, or b) provide an interesting but beautiful contrast to it. My apologies for the poor lighting, I've attached another pic showing the color of the original floors in better light. Thank you in advance for any insight! A: Site finished is actually easier to install than prefinished. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-17.*