Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Flooring Solutions in Washington, DC
Universal Floors has been a family-owned business since 1953, founded by the Lynn brothers after their service in World War II. Our commitment to fair pricing, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service has allowed us to outlast competitors while serving thousands of clients. We specialize in hardwood flooring solutions, including historic restoration, custom installations, and cosmetic touch-ups, combining traditional techniques with modern technology. Our team holds certifications as a Veteran-Owned Business and advanced master craftsmen, ensuring expertise in both residential and commercial projects.We prioritize eco-friendly practices through our 'Choose to Reuse' initiative and maintain a fully stocked showroom in Washington, DC, offering personalized consultations and custom samples. With decades of experience in local communities, government projects, and historic preservation, we deliver tailored solutions for diverse flooring needs.
Services
Historic Restoration
Custom Hardwood Floors
Cosmetic Touch-Ups
Parquet Reproduction
Commercial Flooring
Government Projects
Wood Bending
UV-Cured Finishes
Details
- Year established: 1953
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1953 with deep local expertise
- Certified Veteran-Owned Business with advanced master craftsmen
- Specialize in historic preservation and custom parquet reproduction
- Offer eco-friendly 'Choose to Reuse' restoration solutions
- Maintain largest local inventory of historic wood flooring patterns
Services
Historic Restoration
Specialized preservation of historic wood floors for government buildings, estates, and cultural landmarks. Our team combines century-old techniques with modern tools to restore original character while meeting current standards. Recognized by the National Wood Floor Association for award-winning projects including Supreme Court renovations.
Custom Hardwood Floors
Handcrafted installations using traditional bending methods and UV-cured finishes. We create unique patterns like handscraped textures and checkerboard designs. Our woodworking shop reproduces any parquet pattern, with custom samples available for client approval before installation.
Cosmetic Touch-Ups
Targeted restoration for stains, discoloration, and wear spots without full replacement. We match existing finishes and wood types to eliminate imperfections. Services include filler replacement, spot sanding, and color correction for both modern and antique flooring systems.
Commercial Flooring
Comprehensive solutions for schools, museums, and government facilities. Our staff handles projects of any scale with minimal disruption, offering maintenance packages and soundproofing options. Clients include DAR Memorial, St. Albans School, and National Sporting Library & Museum.
Parquet Reproduction
Exact replication of historic parquet designs using original materials and methods. We maintain the largest local inventory of rare patterns and can recreate custom layouts. Services include hand-cut chevron installation and fumed English white oak restoration for heritage properties.
People
Sprigg Lynn
Principal & Advanced Master Craftsman
Third-generation wood flooring expert leading historic preservation efforts. Combines traditional bending techniques with modern technology. Oversees government contracts and complex restoration projects across Washington, DC's iconic buildings.
Questions
What types of flooring services do you specialize in?
We specialize in historic restoration, custom hardwood installations, parquet reproduction, cosmetic touch-ups, and commercial flooring solutions for both residential and government clients.
Are you certified for government contracting?
Yes, we're certified as a Veteran-Owned Business (VOB), Local Business Enterprise (LBE), and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) with active government contracts since 1953.
Can you match historic flooring patterns?
Our woodworking shop reproduces any parquet pattern, maintaining the largest local inventory of historic designs including hand-cut chevron and fumed English white oak patterns.
Do you offer eco-friendly options?
Yes, our 'Choose to Reuse' program prioritizes restoration over replacement, and we use UV-cured waterbase finishes that are environmentally safe and durable.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Washington, DC (including Tenleytown), with projects extending to Bethesda, MD and Middleburg, VA for historic preservation and commercial work.
