Many modern homes feature a continuous wood floor thorough an entire level. This design yields a beautiful look, but it can be a problem during a remodel. In a kitchen redesign islands and counters are often reconfigured to a more economic placement. This leaves exposed floor. In a perfect world the floor’s entire surface would be sanded and stained. However, such a solution is not only expensive, it is also extremely disruptive. A more reasonable option would be to sand only necessary areas and then to feather the stain in. I have done this many times with kitchen remodels and the results are typically very good. However, sometimes the stain can’t be matched exactly. This is more likely with dark stains, but it can occur with any stain color. However, in most cases this imperfection is minor and quickly fades from view as other kitchen elements dominate one’s view. However, it is an issue that a customer needs to be aware of.
