New Hardwood Floor Installations

── Transform Your Space

Elevate your home or business with beautiful hardwood floors expertly installed by the team at Soft Touch Design. Whether it’s a charming cottage or a large family home, we offer personalized flooring solutions designed to complement any space and style.

From precise installation to professional refinishing, our specialists bring out the warmth, strength, and lasting beauty of every floor. Choose from a wide variety of hardwoods, from traditional oak to contemporary bamboo, to create a look that perfectly fits your vision.

Ready to transform your space? Contact Soft Touch Design at (406) 656-3613 and let our skilled, friendly team guide you from concept to completion.

Pre-Floor Finishing Considerations ──

Installing new hardwood floors starts with scheduling a delivery so the wood can acclimate to your home’s environment. The space should have working electric lights and 110-volt outlets, with all doors, windows, and the heating system fully operational. Any existing carpet, nails, staples, tack strips, plaster, or adhesive must be cleared, and all furniture and appliances should be removed from the area to ensure a smooth, professional installation.

Wood is a natural material, which means variations and minor imperfections are part of its character and can’t always be controlled. While our goal is a beautiful, durable finish, small inclusions—like dust, brush bristles, or tiny debris—may occasionally appear. Work is performed in a home environment, not a controlled factory setting, so minor marks on baseboards or floor edges from our equipment can occur and may require touch-ups. Wood can also slightly raise in spots after finishing and naturally expands or contracts with changes in temperature and humidity. Using a home humidifier connected to your heating system is strongly recommended to maintain stable moisture levels, and linseed oil putty can help fill minor cracks while matching floor color.

Some dust is inevitable, even with our ventilation systems and protective measures. To minimize disruption, people, pets, and plants should be removed from the area. Fireplaces should be cleared of ashes, mail securely taped, and food covered or refrigerated. Soft furnishings—like draperies, blinds, pillows, and lampshades—should be removed or properly covered, and delicate electronics, pianos, or wooden furniture require special care. For pianos, consult your dealer or tuner for best practices. These precautions help ensure the sanding and finishing process goes smoothly while protecting your home and belongings.