Exotic Hardwood Floor Installation

HARDWOOD FLOORING SERVICES IN ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MARYLAND SINCE 1974

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Exotic Hardwood Floor Installation in Anne Arundel County, Maryland

Family Owned and Operated Since 1974

For over 50 years, Dorrance Hardwood Floors Specialists have been transforming homes and businesses with high-quality exotic hardwood floors. Serving Anne Arundel County, we take pride in delivering craftsmanship that combines luxury with durability. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of providing both beauty and long-lasting value to our customers. Our exotic hardwood options are perfect for those looking to create a unique and elegant interior space.

We offer a variety of exotic hardwood species, each with its distinctive character and appeal. Below are some of the top hardwoods we install:

Australian Cypress Streetshoe NXT Finish

Australian Cypress

Australian Cypress is known for its striking grain patterns and distinctive knots, offering a rustic yet refined look. Its palette ranges from light yellows to deep browns, bringing warmth and charm to any room. In addition to its visual appeal, Australian Cypress is naturally resistant to termites, making it a practical choice as well. Its character-rich appearance makes it an excellent option for homeowners looking to create a welcoming, cozy atmosphere.

Brazilian Cherry Exotic Hardwood Floor

Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba)

Brazilian Cherry, also known as Jatoba, is a premium hardwood prized for its deep, reddish-brown tones and exceptional durability. Its toughness makes it ideal for high-traffic areas, while its rich color deepens over time, enhancing its natural beauty. With its vibrant hues and bold grain patterns, Brazilian Cherry adds a sense of luxury to any space, whether in a residential or commercial setting. Its strength and elegance make it a popular choice for those who seek a floor that’s both beautiful and resilient.

Hickory Hardwood Floor

Hickory

Hickory is renowned for its extreme durability and striking contrast of light and dark shades. This hardwood features a distinctive grain that adds a bold, natural aesthetic to any space. Its durability makes it perfect for homes with high foot traffic, pets, or children, as it withstands wear and tear without losing its beauty. Hickory’s combination of visual appeal and toughness makes it a top choice for homeowners looking for long-lasting performance.

Maple Hardwood Floor

Maple

Maple hardwood is celebrated for its light, creamy tones and fine grain. Its clean, smooth look makes it suitable for both contemporary and traditional settings, offering versatility in design. Maple is also known for its strength and durability, making it an excellent choice for high-traffic areas like living rooms and kitchens. Whether left in its natural state or stained to suit your design preferences, Maple offers timeless elegance and a refined look that suits any style.

Yellow Pine Exotic Hardwood Floor

Pine

Pine brings a rustic charm to any space with its warm golden hues and natural knots. Though softer than other hardwoods, Pine develops a beautiful patina over time, adding character and depth to your floors. Its distinctive grain and vintage appeal make it a favorite for those seeking a cozy, country-style aesthetic. Pine may require more care than harder woods, but its affordability and unique look make it a great choice for homeowners who appreciate its timeless charm.

Why Choose Dorrance Hardwood Floors Specialists for Exotic Hardwood Installation?

At Dorrance Hardwood Floors Specialists, we specialize in installing a wide range of exotic hardwood floors that offer both beauty and durability. From the rich tones of Brazilian Cherry to the rustic warmth of Pine, we have an option to suit every taste. With over 50 years of experience, we bring unmatched expertise and personalized service to every project. Our family-owned business is dedicated to providing top-quality craftsmanship and ensuring your hardwood floors are both stunning and long-lasting.

Ready to Elevate Your Space With Exotic Hardwood Flooring?

Contact Dorrance Hardwood Floors Specialists today to schedule a consultation and explore the perfect hardwood option for your home or business.

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Testimonials

Jim Sullivan
2 weeks ago
Freddie Dorrance came with such high recommendations in our neighborhood that I didn’t even seek other estimates. He lived up to his reputation! Spectacular workmanship. He’s coming back in April for a second job. Plus, he’s a genuinely good guy
Response from the owner:Thank you Jim & Carla
Katie Dondero
4 weeks ago
Amazing work and people. Great communication and pricing, too. Pleasure to work with!
Response from the owner:Thank you
Ellen Huddleston
4 months ago
I cannot say enough good things about Dorrance Flooring and each of its employees. I relied on Freddie Dorrance's expertise when he offered possible solutions to existing issues -- they were great ideas and worked perfectly. Communication was always quick throughout the proposal process and project, while each and every worker was skilled, professional, friendly, and showed up when they said they would! Thank you Freddie, Ed, Freddie IV, Jeff and Jerry. Highly Recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you, enjoy the new hardwood floors
Tom D
4 months ago
Dorrance Hardwood Floors is a family-owned business with excellent customer service and attention to detail. It was a pleasure to work with Freddy and his crew. Our old wood floor is now new again thanks to their expert refinishing. Thanks!!
Response from the owner:Thank you
Beth West
4 months ago
We recently had new floors installed throughout our home, and the entire experience was fantastic from start to finish. The process was seamless from the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, and the team’s attention to detail was outstanding. It’s clear that this is a family owned business that truly cares about their work and their customers. Our floors look beautiful. I couldn’t recommend them more!
Response from the owner:Thank you!
Jennie Rasmussen
6 months ago
We had our 60+ year old heart pine floors refinished with Dorrance and I am really happy with results. Our floors were in really bad condition and they look incredible now. Not only were they one of the more affordable quotes, but also, as a family business, they were the only flooring contractor to guarantee not to sub out our project. They even moved my piano free of charge, saving me $ in moving costs. Freddie was timely and responsive in all our communications. The Dorrance crew was respectful of our home and cleaned up nicely when they finished work.
Sarah McMullen
6 months ago
Highly recommend Freddie and team. Their work is very detail oriented and thorough which we were seeking as we had existing floors refinished to match a new room.
Andrew Verbanic
7 months ago
Freddie Dorrance and Dorrance Hardwood floors are the best in the business. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to have hardwood floors done in their house. Pricing was very reasonable but above all, the quality of work is second to none. I will definitely be using Dorrance Hardwood Floors for any future projects.
Response from the owner:Thank you Andrew, enjoy the new hardwood floors!
Berl Thomas
7 months ago
I just had Dorrance Flooring rip out the old flooring on the main floor of my house and install hardwood floors. The team was great. Took 3.5 days. They addressed and little concern we had. Looks great.
Response from the owner:Thank you Berl
Jessica OConnor
7 months ago
We had a great experience with Dorrance Floors from start to finish. From the moment we met to discuss the job, we knew this was a company we wanted to work with. They completely gutted the existing flooring and installed new hardwood floors with custom staining, and the results exceeded our expectations. Freddie and his crew were incredibly professional, detail-oriented, and committed to getting everything just right. When the initial stain wasn’t quite what we envisioned, Freddie immediately recognized it and worked to make sure the final result matched our vision perfectly. It’s clear they take pride in their work. Highly recommendβ€”an excellent local company with high standards and integrity.
Response from the owner:Thank you Jessica & Mike
Brian Kraynak
7 months ago
The Dorrance team did a wonderful job with our old worn out wood floors. When I came back after the project was done and saw my gorgeous new floors I could not have been happier. They are definitely the best company in the area for this kind of work--thanks again, Freddie!
Response from the owner:Thank you Brian & Sara
Kes Ferrer
8 months ago
We are super happy with our new floors. Dorrance Floors did an excellent job on our entryway flooring. They were easy to work with and got the job done quickly. They are a small family owned business, so we dealt directly with the owners. I highly recommend this business.
Response from the owner:Thank you Kes
Lea Trimble
12 months ago
It's so nice to work with a local, family-run business that knows what it's doing! We just had oak floors installed in our living/dining area and are very happy with the outcome. Highly recommend the Dorrances.
Response from the owner:Hi Lea, thank you for trust in our company. Freddie
Mary Narimatsu
1 year ago
I highly recommend Dorrance Hardwood Floors! This is a family owned and operated business, and it is evident in their superb quality of work, their professionalism, and their communication.
We used Dorrance years ago to install hardwood in our home and just had them install LVP in our basement. We are extremely pleased with our results! Such a great company!
Response from the owner:Thank you Mary! & thanks again for choosing Dorrance Hardwood Floors
Rahul Mazumdar
1 year ago
Dorrance Hardwood Floors did an amazing job to install hardwood for my entire living room space. The process was seamless right from estimation to getting the work completed and the quality of work is supreme! Above all, the pricing for the entire work was affordable too.
Everyone involved in this process were very courteous and it was a pleasure to interact with every member on the team. I will highly recommend this awesome family owned business to anyone who is looking for hardwood floor installation.
Response from the owner:Thank you Rahul!
Steve Davis
1 year ago
We recently had our oak wood floors partially replaced and refinished due to significant water damage. Upon obtaining multiple quotes, we settled upon Dorrance Floors. The price was reasonable, but most importantly, we were impressed by the owner, Freddy, who personally oversaw the entire project and explained everything in advance.

They did an exceptional job with minimal disruptions and we are extremely pleased with the end product. We highly recommend Dorrance Floors if you are considering floor replacing/ or refinishing.
Response from the owner:Thank you Steve & Linda, I appreciate your trust in our company
Korey Rubeling
1 year ago
Freddie and the Dorrance team did an outstanding job. Very pleased with the new flooring install and refinishing. Professional, courteous and experts in their craft. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Thank you Korey. Happy Holidays!
Brent Custer
2 years ago
Dorrance did a great, high quality job installing new flooring and refinishing old floors that required replacement in some areas. Great crew and a very professional family run business that does all their own work (no sub-contractors) with pride and to high standards. We enjoyed working with them and would gladly do business with them again in the future.
Response from the owner:Thank you Brent!
Susan Stewart
2 years ago
Freddie Dorrance did a fantastic job matching my old floors to my new floors. He hit the nail on the head with the right color and now all my flooring looks so beautiful. He was so easy to work with and the price point was very reasonable. Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you Susan, glad you like the results of the hardwood floor project
David Habeck
2 years ago
They showed up as promised, on time, and did excellent work repairing and refinishing my floor. I would highly recommend them.
Response from the owner:Thank you Dave!
Skip
2 years ago
I recently had my floors refinished by Dorrance Hardwood Floors and was very satisfied with the results. From start to finish the team was professional, punctual, and provided top superior service. The crew was courteous and always ready to answer any questions I had. They kept my home remarkably clean throughout the process. They created minimal dust which allowed me to quickly clean up when they were done. I highly recommend this company.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your business
Steven Bocskor
2 years ago
Excellent experience from start to finish. Results fully met expectations. Friendly and accomodating service combined with outstanding craftsmanship. We highly recommend Dorrance!
Response from the owner:Thanks again Steve
Lindsay Brown
2 years ago
Freddie and his team at Dorrance Floors were fantastic to work with for our recent project. They installed new hardwoods in our family room and tied them in beautifully to our existing hardwoods. They also sanded and refinished our existing floors to match the new floors. From advising on color options, finish options, and pricing, they were hands down the best to work with. Small, family owned business! Highly recommend them for your hardwood flooring project!
Response from the owner:Thank you Lindsay πŸ™‚
Mark Morsheimer
2 years ago
Dorrance Hardwood specialists did a spectacular job installing new flooring in my new home and also refinished decades-old flooring in my former residence. The team of installers and finishers are true craftsman. No detail was overlooked in either project. Freddie Dorrance and his crew exceeded my expectations and they will remain my "go to" company for any future installation, repairs and refinishing. Thank you, Team Dorrance!
Response from the owner:Thank you Mark, Happy Holidays!
I absolutely love our new floors. Dorrance was great to work with. They solved a lot of issues we had tying in our old floor with our new floor and transitions and around closets and it all looks seamless now. Love that they create a large sample of 4 stain colors on the actual floor to choose from. They laid the hardwood in the master bedroom and into the closets and they did an amazing job. The floors turned out amazing.
Response from the owner:Thanks again! for choosing Dorrance Hardwood Floors
Ariana M
2 years ago
I worked with Dorrance on installing new hardwood on 2/3rds of my main level and blending the new floors into existing. From start to finish, this has been an excellent company and team to work with.

Key points: (1) a small, local company that does all their work in-house (no sub-contractors), including demo; (2) gave a reasonable quote (in my opinion); (3) provided timeline and dates, gave timeframes for when we could use the area and not (we were living in house for most of this renovation), very easy to communicate with; (4) came back to finish shoe molding after painters came through (and painted trim); (5) overall went above and beyond to solve some tricky flooring problems that hadn't been repaired right in past.

This team will be my go-to if/when we have any work to be done on our hardwoods in the future. I definitely recommend them.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the review, enjoy the new hardwood floors πŸ™‚
TD
2 years ago
Matt Sikowitz
2 years ago
Beautiful, quality work. Completely trustworthy and respectful. The job was finished a day ahead of schedule. A family run business with no subcontractors.
Response from the owner:Thank you Matt, enjoy the new hardwood floors!
Paul Lee
3 years ago
We have hired Dorrance for two projects, one in our previous home and one in our current home. This is truly a family business that takes great pride in their work. The current job was replacing carpeting in half our main floor with hardwood and matching to the extent possible the existing hardwood. Our new floor looks amazing. Mr Dorrance was very up front that the new floor and old floor (which are painted, who does that?) would not match, but now I want to get the rest of the downstairs flooring to match the new flooring because the new floor looks so spectacular. The work crews were on time, very friendly, and they obviously knew what to do and how best to do it. If you want a floor job that is done right and beautiful, go with Dorrance.
Response from the owner:Thank you Paul πŸ™‚
Brent Kiser
3 years ago
Freddie Dorrance and his crew did an outstanding job refinishing the floors in our home. They went above and beyond and exceeded our expectations. He answered all of our questions and provided guidance on finishing options. Our floors look beautiful and were finished sooner than expected while ensuring all details were addressed. We highly recommend Dorrance Floor Specialists and would not hesitate to work with them in the future.
Response from the owner:Thank you Brent!
Glenn Fleureton
3 years ago
When the time came to have the entire first floor refinished I thought "this would be a piece of cake". Boy I was smart not to even try it. Freddie and his team saved me months of rehab by coming in on time, on budget, and made these floors new again. Here's to a job well done not by me!
Response from the owner:Thank you Glenn πŸ™‚
I would highly recommend Dorrance Hardwood floors. We had our main level refinished and the floors look amazing. Efficient, no smell and no dust! We also had a small section of tile ripped out and Dorrance was able to match it w our existing floor. You would never know the tile existed! Freddie and his crew were easy to work with through the entire process. Very knowledgeable. Thank you Dorrance!
Response from the owner:Thank You Catherine! enjoy the hardwood floors
Bill Fritz
3 years ago
It was wonderful to work with a family-owned and operated business. We had the hardwood floors refinished in 4 rooms and we love the results. Every aspect of this project went smoothly. We thought the price was fair, communication was excellent, and the job was finished a day earlier than expected. The entire team was very professional and accomplished. Love that the owner (Freddie) was as involved in the job as the rest of the team. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thanks Bill πŸ™‚
Erin Brady
3 years ago
We are beyond pleased with the service we received from Dorrance Hardwood Floors and would absolutely recommend them. From the very first consult meeting we had, we were impressed. Freddie was knowledgeable, informative and friendly. I learned that the products they use are not harmful to inhale and have less harmful compounds. In addition, he was up front with the timeline we would be looking at to get our job done, which I appreciated. Leading up to our job, he was in communication to discuss stain colors and expectations for the delivery of our flooring, along with what we would need to do in preparation. The job itself was painless-Freddie and his crew took extra care to cover all of our cabinets to protect them from dust. They were friendly and respectful. The final product is absolutely beautiful! Upon completion, Freddie walked through the job with me to answer all of my questions and to discuss care and maintenance. We are so thankful that we were able to work with such a great company! Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you Erin!
TJ Mulrenin
3 years ago
Dorrance installed new hardwood floors in three rooms and refinished a fourth room to match the new floors. We are very pleased. The result is beautiful. They are craftsmen.
Response from the owner:Thank you πŸ™‚
The team at Dorrance was outstanding from start to finish. In particular, they carefully guided us through the project (new wood floor installation, refinishing old wood floors) before we committed, worked efficiently while they were on site, consulted throughout, and did beautiful work. Family owned and operated, which we appreciate also.
Response from the owner:Thanks Nigel & thanks again for choosing Dorrance Hardwood Floors
Sara Maley
4 years ago
If you are looking for hardwood flooring services, Freddie is your guy! We hired Dorrance Hardwood to refinish our 60+ year old hardwood floors that have taken a beating over the years. Freddie was great - responsive, knowledgeable, & respectful from start to finish! His team did a wonderful job refinishing our entire home in under a week and cleaning up without a trace of dust left behind. They were even able to work out a few water damage stains that we assumed would have to remain. After Freddie and his team were finished, our floors looked brand new and have held up beautifully for months now thanks to Freddie educating us on how to wash/care for them properly. Without a doubt, we would hire Freddie and his team again for any future hardwood flooring needs!
Response from the owner:Thank you Sara, I am glad you love the work. Thanks again!
Kandy Chase
4 years ago
Beginning to end, Dorrance did an amazing job on our 40 year old floors. The team always arrived promptly and when they left for good on day 4, there was no dust! Freddie was so great to work with...price was good...the floors look beautiful. I highly recommend Dorrance floors!
Response from the owner:Thanks Kandy πŸ™‚
Mary Polkabla
4 years ago
After getting several estimates we went with Dorrance Hardwood Floors. Freddie was very personable, professional & really knowledgeable about hardwood flooring. I had so many questions that he answered and our project was off and running. We had our main floor done with custom red oak, stained natural. He sanded & finished our stairs to match the flooring and the custom registers are the best. The crew was exceptional. Very nice guys!!! They completed the job within the scheduled timeframe. Cleaned up each day and really took care of our home. If you’re looking to have hardwood floors installed, we highly recommend calling soon. This company is a 10+!!!!!!!!

Mary & Larry Polkabla
Response from the owner:Thank you Mary & Larry, enjoy the new hardwood floors πŸ™‚
Dana Roland
4 years ago
I cannot express my gratitude for the work Freddie, Ed, and team did! The flooring is beautiful! Freddie and Ed walked me through every step of the process and offered their advice without any pressure. I had MANY estimates for the job and Dorrance was kind, professional and not at all pushy. I recommend them, with honors, for any hardwood flooring needs! Thank you so much Dorrance Flooring!
Response from the owner:Thank you Dana πŸ™‚ Happy Holidays!
Patrick Sprankle
4 years ago
William Linehan
5 years ago
Dorrance was top notch from beginning to completion. Made suggestions that really made the project turn out awesome. Their communication was outstanding and even though we were scheduled months in advance showed up exactly on schedule. We are very happy. Worth the wait!
Response from the owner:Thanks, I appreciate you waiting to have the hardwood floor project performed.
Catherine Gray
5 years ago
Dorrance did a fabulous job installing our hardwood floor. The quality of their work is amazing. They arrived on time very day and cleaned up before they left ever day. The staff are kind and professional! I would highly recommend them.
Response from the owner:Thanks Catherine
Carli Stryker
5 years ago
Freddie and his team were amazing from start to finish. Freddie is extremely responsive, diligent, helpful, hard working, the list goes on. The floors turned out to be exactly how we wanted them. Freddie bent over backwards to get our home ready in time for our very quick move-in and transformed our floors with beautiful work. It was a pleasure working with Dorrance Hardwood Floors and we would absolutely use them again and will recommend them to friends.
Response from the owner:Thanks Carli & congrats on the new home
Hilary Fryer
5 years ago
Dorrance did an incredible job refinishing our 23 year old hardwood floor with deep scratches and worn off stain. It looks brand new! They were fantastic to work with and a great value. Very highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you Hilary, enjoy the newly sanded hardwood floors
alicia geisler
5 years ago
Response from the owner:Thank you
Mary Ann Wyckoff
5 years ago
We recently moved to the area and after reading the reviews for Dorrance Hardwood Floors, reached out to Freddie to sand and refinish the existing hardwood floors. Freddie and his team did a stellar job from start to finish beginning with providing visual options to aid in our stain selection. The sanding process was thorough and well contained. We were so pleased with the staining and refinishing process. Freddie was onsite everyday with his team and they were prompt, professional and tidied up at the end of each day. We could not be happier with our results and we have already recommended Dorrance Hardwood Flooring to neighbors. Our new floors have really transformed our home!

Mary Ann Wyckoff
Response from the owner:Thank you Mary Ann!
Tricia Hamilton
5 years ago
Freddie, Ed and the team were super easy to work with! They did a great job minimizing dust and were really responsive to questions and concerns. I highly recommnend Freddie and the team!
Response from the owner:Thanks Tricia πŸ™‚
Dawn Major
5 years ago
Dorrance did a wonderful job. We are thrilled with our wood floors.
Response from the owner:Thanks Dawn & Alex!