Business Details
12 Years
experience
Expert Hardwood Flooring Solutions in Metro-Detroit
Detroit Hardwood Flooring was founded in 2014 by Matt Bairley, a dedicated flooring professional with five years of apprenticeship experience at a leading Southeast Michigan floor company. Our team specializes in hardwood flooring installation, refinishing, and custom design work, treating every home as if it were our own. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, we serve the Metro-Detroit area using industry-standard techniques and HEPA-rated vacuums to minimize dust. Our services include solid and engineered hardwood installation, floor sanding through progressively finer grits, and custom herringbone, chevron, and bordered flooring designs. We offer free estimates with in-person consultations from the owner, ensuring transparency and personalized service. Our work has transformed historic homes like Pamela D.'s 1800s Harsens Island property and Drew R.'s residence, earning praise for professionalism and results.Matt balances his dedication to flooring with family life and outdoor hobbies, maintaining a hands-on approach to every project. We guarantee lasting value through hardwood floors that can be refinished multiple times, adapting to changing aesthetics while preserving structural integrity. Our expertise in stains and finishes, including Hard Wax Oil and Glitsa products, ensures tailored solutions for every client's needs.
Services
Hardwood Installation
Floor Refinishing
Custom Design Flooring
Dust-Free Sanding
Floor Repairs
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We use HEPA-rated vacuums to maintain dust-free environments during flooring projects
- Owner Matt Bairley provides free in-person estimates with personalized project walkthroughs
- Specialize in historic home floor restoration with proven customer satisfaction
- Offer lifetime-value hardwood floors that can be refinished multiple times
- Combine 5+ years of apprenticeship experience with modern staining and finishing techniques
What people say
Awesome results
Complete professionals
Amazing job
Highly recommend
Proud husband and father
Services
Hardwood Installation
We install solid and engineered hardwood flooring in various species, providing lasting value through durable materials that enhance home aesthetics. Our precise installation methods ensure proper acclimation and structural integrity while accommodating different wood types and finishes. Customers receive personalized guidance on species selection and finish options to match their lifestyle needs.
Floor Refinishing
Our refinishing process restores existing hardwood floors through multi-stage sanding and premium finish application. Starting with stain removal and floor flattening, we use progressively finer grits to achieve smooth surfaces, followed by industry-standard finishes like Glitsa and Hard Wax Oil products for long-lasting protection.
Custom Design Flooring
We create bespoke flooring patterns including herringbone, chevron, and bordered designs using precision installation techniques. Our team works with clients to transform inspirational ideas into unique floor art through parquet, inlaid medallion, and diagonal layout options that complement architectural styles.
People
Matt Bairley
Owner
Founded Detroit Hardwood Flooring in 2014 after completing a 5-year apprenticeship. Combines technical expertise with hands-on project management while balancing family life and outdoor hobbies.
Questions
What types of hardwood flooring services do you offer?
We provide installation of solid and engineered hardwood, floor refinishing, and custom patterned flooring designs like herringbone and chevron.
Do you service historic homes?
Yes, we've successfully refinished original floors in 1800s-era homes using specialized techniques that preserve historical integrity while modernizing appearance.
What makes your refinishing process unique?
Our multi-stage sanding with HEPA-rated vacuums ensures dust-free environments, followed by premium finish application using Glitsa and Hard Wax Oil products.
How do you handle custom design requests?
We collaborate with clients to create bespoke floors through parquet patterns, inlaid medallions, and geometric layouts tailored to their vision.
Is there a charge for estimates?
No, we offer free in-person estimates with owner Matt Bairley who provides personalized project walkthroughs and cost breakdowns.
