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Guidance. Craftsmanship. Wood Floors That Last a Lifetime.

At New York City Wood Floors, we believe that exceptional results begin with education—not just a transaction. For over twenty years, we’ve partnered with architects, interior designers, and luxury homeowners to provide more than just premium wood flooring—we offer guidance, clarity, and deep industry knowledge at every stage of the project. Whether you’re specifying materials, navigating installation challenges, or customizing finishes, our team is here to walk you through the process with honesty, precision, and a commitment to lasting quality.

Why Top Professionals Trust Us

Manufacturers, architects, builders, and flooring professionals across the country turn to Joe Avila when things go wrong. As an NWFA-certified wood flooring inspector with over two decades of experience, Joe is frequently hired to investigate and diagnose wood flooring failures in high-end residential and commercial projects. From cupping and gapping to finish breakdowns and delamination, Joe has seen—and resolved—it all.

This unique perspective has given him something few others in the industry possess: a clear, firsthand understanding of the most common causes of wood floor failures—and how to prevent them before they happen. Moisture mismanagement, improper subfloor preparation, incompatible adhesives, incorrect product selection, or installation shortcuts—Joe has built his reputation on identifying these issues and building systems that eliminate them.

When Joe founded New York City Wood Floors, he brought this knowledge directly into the design process. Instead of simply supplying flooring, his company collaborates with architects and interior designers to engineer complete wood flooring systems tailored to the specific conditions of each project. Every detail—from the selection of materials and milling techniques to the type of subfloor and adhesive used—is chosen with performance, longevity, and design integrity in mind.

The result? Fewer callbacks, fewer complications, and flooring that lives up to your design vision long after the project is complete.

At New York City Wood Floors, we’re not just here to sell you wood. We’re here to help you build smarter from the ground up—with guidance from one of the industry’s most trusted experts.

Alpine Estate

We’ve developed a refinishing system that is elegant in execution and deeply respectful of your time and space. Our boutique approach allows us to work selectively—focusing on fewer homes, and doing each one exceptionally well. No rushed jobs. No overbooked calendars. Just thoughtful, deliberate work.

Health is not a trend. It’s a responsibility. We take that responsibility seriously. That’s why we use finishes with low or no VOCs, follow best-in-class ventilation protocols, and provide full transparency on every product used in your home.

We’ve been early adopters of the healthiest finishes on the market—long before “eco-friendly” became a marketing term. For nearly two decades, we’ve used oils, hardwax finishes, and lye treatments that are safe, natural, and proven.

When you hire us, you’re hiring professionals who have worked in landmark buildings, historic estates, and architectural masterpieces. But more importantly, you’re hiring a team that listens—to your concerns, your goals, and your standards.

We work with your architect, designer, builder—or independently. Either way, we bring the same level of communication, coordination, and expertise. And when professional architects and interior designers need their own floors refinished, they come to us.

 

Soho Loft

We protect what matters. That means your floors, of course—but also your artwork, your walls, your time, and your privacy. Our site prep and containment process is obsessively detailed and designed to preserve the integrity of your space.

Every project begins with a clear plan. You’ll know what to expect, when to expect it, and who will be in your home. We communicate consistently, so there are no surprises—only results that exceed expectations.

There’s a reason our clients refer us again and again. It’s not just because we refinish floors beautifully. It’s because we show up exactly as promised. We respect your time. We keep your space immaculate. And we’re easy to work with.

Luxury, to us, means never having to follow up. It means the details are already handled. The surfaces protected. The crew briefed. The finish perfect. That’s the kind of service we provide—not because it’s easy, but because it’s right.

We don’t cut corners. We cut noise. Stress. Dust. Toxins. Hassle. You already have a life to live. Our job is to make your home more beautiful, and your experience more effortless, every step of the way.

Cresskill Private Residence

Private Residence, Cresskill, NJ
This private residence in Cresskill, New Jersey features wide plank plainsawn white oak flooring, selected for its warmth and natural character. Milled to ¾” thickness in a 5″ width, the floor is finished with WOCA Extra White Natural Oil, creating a soft, contemporary aesthetic that brightens the space while preserving the organic beauty of the wood.

Short Hills, New Jersey Estate

Private Residence – Short Hills, New Jersey
This Short Hills private residence features wide plank rift and quartered white oak in a striking character grade, celebrating the natural beauty of the wood. Knots were artfully filled with black epoxy, creating bold contrast and visual texture. Finished with Rubio Monocoat Natural Oil Pure, the floor offers a rich, organic look with a modern edge—luxury rooted in authenticity.

Greenwich Estate

Private Residence, Greenwich, Connecticut
This elegant Greenwich estate features wide plank white oak chevron flooring in a select grade rift and quartered cut. Precision-milled to ¾” thickness in 5″ x 35″ dimensions, the flooring was installed over radiant heat and finished with pure WOCA natural oil, showcasing the wood’s clean lines and subtle grain for a timeless, elegant finish.

Trump International Hotel Residence

1 Central Park West, New York City, NY
At the prestigious Trump International Hotel & Tower, this private residence features an extraordinary custom parquet floor—a masterful pinwheel design crafted from Wenge, Purpleheart, and Yellowheart hardwoods. Finished with WOCA Natural Oil, the floor is a rich composition of color, geometry, and elegance—delivering timeless luxury just steps from Central Park.

845 UN Plaza, New York, NY

Private Residence
At 845 UN Plaza, sophistication meets precision with this exquisite installation of Parquet de Versailles. Crafted from clear grade rift and quartered white oak, each 36″ x 36″ panel is milled from solid ¾” thick stock, offering unmatched stability and elegance. The result is a floor that commands attention—timeless, architectural, and perfectly suited to one of Manhattan’s most distinguished addresses.

Scarsdale Historic Restoration

Scarsdale, NY
In the heart of Scarsdale, this historic restoration project honors the past while embracing modern elegance. Antique Heart Pine—rich with history and character—was meticulously refinished using a white lye treatment and WOCA Extra White Oil. The result is a luminous, soft-toned floor that preserves the soul of the original structure while offering a clean, contemporary finish worthy of its legacy.

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