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refinishing hardwoods.

christinewesner

4 years ago

Currently I am lookig to strip my brazilian cherry hardwood floor and refinish. Can you send me the color of the attached picture? or what would be equivalent color wise.

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The Works
4 years ago
Hello. That was either Antique Brown or Jacobean, but you should consult with your flooring contractor - they should be able to provide you color samples on your own floor for viewing/approval.
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