Original wood, renewed
Preparation, even sanding, and a finish selected for the way the room is used can bring a worn floor back into the home.
Second-generation floor craftFloors worth
Floors worth
coming home to.
Thoughtful refinishing and hardwood installation for Triangle homes, done with the care your space deserves.
What we do
Craft, proven underfoot.
From well-loved original floors to a brand-new hardwood installation, Accent brings clear guidance, professional preparation, and a finish built for daily life.
Refinish what you have
Bring worn, scratched, or dated hardwood back to life.
Hardwood installation
Site-finished hardwood, plus prefinished hardwood installation for practical projects such as upstairs rooms.
See the work
Real floors, restored and installed across the Triangle.
Selected work
See what a floor can become.
Each project starts with the floor as it is, then a careful recommendation for where it can go.
Details that complete the room
Transitions, shoe molding, tone, and sheen are considered alongside the floor itself, because the finished result has to belong in its setting.
Why Accent
Hardwood work, with less uncertainty.
Homeowners do not need a sales pitch. They need a team that can see the whole project, explain the options plainly, and take care of the details.
Hardwood specialists
A focused team for refinishing, installation, repairs, and the details that make wood floors feel considered.
A cleaner workday
Planetary sanding equipment and thoughtful dust containment help make a major home project easier to live around.
Guidance that fits the home
From board condition to stain, sheen, and room access, the recommendation starts with what is actually in front of us.
Craft that stays personal
Second-generation experience and owner-led care bring a clearer, more accountable approach to the work.
Meet Matt
A flooring company you can actually know.
Accent is led by second-generation wood floor craftsman Matt Poole. After learning the trade in his family business and years of hands-on flooring work, Matt acquired Accent in 2021 and continues its Durham-area legacy with a team focused on careful work.
Meet Matt and the Accent team →A clear path to a better floor.
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See the space
We start with a complimentary on-site assessment.
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Make a plan
You get a detailed recommendation and estimate.
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Do the work right
Careful preparation, skilled work, and a thorough finish.
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Walk it through
We make sure the finished floor is ready to enjoy.
From homeowners
Trusted with the rooms that matter most.
Real words from homeowners who invited Accent into their homes.
“Our well loved floors look brand new.”
“He offered a lot of guidance on the process.”
“Care, knowledge, and attention to detail is very impressive.”
Frequently asked questions
Answers before you invite us in.
Can my floors be refinished?
Surface wear, scratches, faded paths, and dated color can often be addressed. An in-home assessment is the best way to understand board condition, past sanding, repairs, and the right path for your floor.
How much disruption should we expect?
Every home is different, but planning around dust containment, furniture, pets, room access, and the order of work makes the project far more manageable.
What will my project cost?
Clear planning ranges are available before you schedule. The final estimate accounts for the floor itself, repairs, stairs, access, and the finish you choose.
Do we need every decision made before we reach out?
No. Start with what you are seeing and how you want the room to feel. The assessment is where choices around repair, stain, sheen, and timing become clear.
Where we work
From Durham, across the Triangle.
Accent Custom Floors serves homeowners throughout Durham, Orange, and Wake counties. If you are nearby and planning a floor project, we would be glad to talk through the fit.
Durham County
Thoughtful hardwood work, close to home.
Orange County
Refinishing and installation for homes across the county.
Wake County
Careful floor craft for homes throughout the Triangle.
Start with your home
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