Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Hardwood Flooring Services in Newark, DE
Donald G Varnes & Sons has been a family-owned business since 1958, rooted in values of hard work, quality materials, and lasting customer relationships. With over 50 years of experience, we specialize in hardwood flooring solutions including installation, refinishing, repairs, and custom stair overlays. Our team prioritizes dustless sanding and fast-drying finishes to minimize disruption while enhancing your home's value. We serve clients in Newark, Wilmington, and historic Delaware properties like Buena Vista. Our commitment to timely, efficient service ensures your project meets agreed timelines and budgets.Customer satisfaction is our priority, reflected in our meticulous attention to detail and clean workspaces. We combine decades of expertise with modern techniques to deliver durable, aesthetically pleasing results. Our reputation for excellence is built on generations of trusted craftsmanship. From small repairs to large-scale installations, we handle every project with professionalism and care. Our teams knowledge spans termite damage restoration, water damage repair, and maintenance coatings to preserve your floors longevity.
Services
Refinishing
Installation
Repairs
Stair Overlays
Maintenance Coats
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialized expertise in hardwood flooring solutions.
- Our dustless sanding technology minimizes mess and health risks during refinishing.
- Family-owned operation ensures personalized attention and accountability.
- We guarantee timely project completion with transparent pricing.
- Proven track record restoring historic properties like Buena Vista.
What people say
Excellent work
Prompt and thorough
Beautiful floors
Knowledgeable crew
Seamless process
Services
Refinishing
Sanding floors to bare wood and applying stain/finish with three coats of polyurethane. Our dustless technology minimizes airborne particles while restoring your floors' original beauty. Ideal for rejuvenating worn or damaged surfaces.
Installation
Installing prefinished or unfinished hardwood floors from top brands. We match existing flooring patterns and ensure seamless transitions between rooms. Includes subfloor preparation and precise board alignment.
Repairs
Fixing termite damage, water damage, and structural issues. We replace damaged boards and refinish surrounding areas for a uniform appearance. No job is too small or complex for our team.
Stair Overlays
Transforming builder-grade stairs into custom designs. We install hardwood treads, risers, and balustrades that complement your home's architectural style and existing flooring.
Maintenance Coats
Applying protective finishes to preserve floor longevity. This service restores shine and protects against daily wear while extending time between full refinishing projects.
People
Donald G. Varnes
Founder
Established the company in 1958 with a commitment to quality craftsmanship. Instilled core values of integrity and customer care that continue through the next generation.
Steve Varnes
Co-Owner
Co-owns the business with Allen Varnes, continuing the family tradition. Oversees daily operations and customer relations with 25+ years of hands-on experience.
Allen Varnes
Co-Owner
Co-owns the business with Steve Varnes, focusing on technical execution and project management. Brings 25+ years of expertise in hardwood flooring techniques and materials.
Questions
What hardwood flooring services do you offer?
We provide installation, refinishing, repairs, stair overlays, and maintenance coatings for residential hardwood floors.
How long does a typical refinishing project take?
Most refinishing projects complete in 3-5 days, including drying time for our fast-drying, low-odor finishes.
Do you service historic properties?
Yes, we specialize in historic home restorations, including Delaware's Buena Vista estate, using period-appropriate techniques.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Newark, Wilmington, and surrounding Delaware areas, including historic properties like Buena Vista.
How do you minimize dust during sanding?
Our dustless sanding system captures 99% of particles, keeping your home cleaner and safer during refinishing.
Reviews (6)
M. Jenkins
Jul 25, 2021
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They did a fantastic job. Sanded, stained and polyurethaned all the floors in my home. Did what they said they would do and my floors look great. Very happy with this company
Alice Stumpf
Nov 18, 2020
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Would 100% reccomend these guys. The workers came on time, were friendly, and talked us through the entire process. Most importantly the floors came out amazing! We could not be happier!
Joe Spiller
Nov 13, 2020
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Very professional to deal with. Honest up front pricing. Excellent workmanship. I would recommend Donald G Varnes & Sons to anyone looking to have Hardwood flooring work.
Ko Kate Lee
Jul 14, 2020
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We had a great experience with Donald G Varnes. They were professional and honest. They provided a thorough estimate and assessment of the problem. Highly recommended!
Becky M.
May 08, 2019
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We had our entire lower level hardwoods refinished and it is just gorgeous! The crew was on time and very professional throughout the entire process. They were knowledgeable and went out of their way to accommodate our schedule and even our dog. I would highly recommend their services and we will be using them again in the future. Thanks for doing such a great job!
M. F.
Jul 10, 2018
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This company is terrific! Polite, very professional, worked around our schedule for living in the house at the same time that they put down a brand new hardwood floor in the living room and sanded and finished SIX other rooms in the house. The living room floor was in terrible shape and the company owner spent a day and a half laying shims under the new 4 X 8 plywood he played before installing the new hardwood. All of their team has been terrific! Get several quotes but hire this company!
Mike F.
Mike F.
