Want Fast, Beautiful Hardwood Floors? Go Prefinished and Let’s Get It Done

Let’s be honest—not everyone has the time (or patience) to wait for sanders, stain samples, and multiple coats of poly. Sometimes you just want beautiful, ready-to-walk-on hardwood floors—without the dust storm, without the delays, and without wondering if your dog’s going to smudge the finish before it dries.

That’s where prefinished hardwood flooring shines—and when installed by McGrath Floor & Design, it goes from “project” to “done” in no time flat.

So if you’re shopping for hardwood but want to keep things clean, quick, and classy—prefinished might be your new best friend.

What Is Prefinished Hardwood Flooring?

It’s exactly what it sounds like:
Hardwood flooring that’s factory-finished and ready to install, right out of the box.

Each board comes with:

• A durable finish already applied (UV-cured for strength)

• Pre-cut lengths and bevels

• A consistent look from end to end

• The ability to install and use the floor the same day

No sanding. No staining. No fumes. No waiting.

And no guessing what the final color’s going to look like once it cures—what you see is what you get.

Why Go Prefinished?

Here’s why more homeowners (and house flippers) are choosing prefinished wood:

✅ Faster Installation – No drying time, fewer trips, and no disruption to your life.
✅ Cleaner Process – No sanding = no dust. Your furniture thanks you.
✅ Factory Durability – Many come with 25-50 year warranties and are UV cured harder than anything we can do on-site.
✅ Less Labor, Less Mess – Fewer surprises. Less prep. Still stunning.
✅ More Style Than Ever Before – Wide plank, wire-brushed, matte finish, European oaks—it’s all here.

But Rick… Is It “Real” Wood?

Yes. We only carry real hardwood—both solid and engineered prefinished options.

The difference between “solid prefinished” and “engineered prefinished” is just how it’s built and how it installs. Both can look incredible—and last decades.

If you're shopping cheap laminate or plastic-core junk, turn back.
This ain’t that.
We’re talking Garrison, Sawyer Mason, Provenza, Urban Floor, Mercier, and other real-deal brands.

The McGrath Installation Difference

Let’s be real: anyone can sell you a box of wood.
But at McGrath, our installation crew makes the magic happen. Here's how:

• Certified, experienced installers who don’t cut corners

• Clean, professional, on-time service

• Moisture testing & subfloor prep done right before we lay a board

• Custom trims, stair treads, transitions, and problem-solving built in

• Post-install walkthrough + care guide

• We even handle floor plan design and layout help beforehand

And because we’re not a franchise or big box, you’ll never have a random crew you didn’t meet quoting your job or dragging their muddy boots through your living room.

What Types of Prefinished Flooring Do We Install?

We stock and install the following (and more!):

• Wide Plank European White Oak

• Wire-Brushed & Oil-Finished Woods

• Smooth Finish Classic Oak

• Rustic Hickory with Character

• Acacia, Maple, and Walnut Options

• Solid or Engineered Prefinished Wood

Need it fast? We’ve got in-stock options that can be installed this week.
Want something special? We can source it, deliver it, and install it within 1–3 weeks.

Who’s Prefinished Perfect For?

• Homeowners on a timeline

• Remodelers who don’t want to move out

• Clean freaks who fear dust

• Older homeowners who want the look but not the labor

• Designers who want to see EXACTLY what they're getting

• Folks who want savings without sacrificing beauty

Bonus Tip from Rick: Match It to Your Life

Got a big dog?
Go for wire-brushed or matte prefinished hardwood—it hides scratches better.

Got sunlight blasting through the windows all day?
Pick a UV-cured engineered plank with light tones—less fading, less drama.

Hosting family holidays every year?
Choose a hard species (like hickory) with a strong finish, and don’t look back.

Ready to Install Your New Prefinished Floor?

Let’s make it happen—fast, clean, and with McGrath-quality results.

Visit us at our Franklin showroom
Call Rick at (615) 207-0427

Hardwood matchmaker. Prefinished problem-solver. Installer of dreams. - Rick McGrath