Bevel Edge Flattening

Bevel edge flattening is a specialized sanding process used to reduce or remove the small grooves found between hardwood planks. Many prefinished hardwood floors are manufactured with micro-beveled edges, which create visible V-shaped lines between boards. While this style can add definition to the floor, some homeowners prefer a smoother, more seamless appearance. Through professional sanding, these beveled edges can be flattened to create a cleaner, more uniform surface across the entire floor.

At First Class Flooring, bevel edge flattening is done during the sanding phase of hardwood floor refinishing. Using professional drum sanders, belt sanders, and edging equipment, we carefully sand down the raised edges and bevel lines between planks. This process gradually levels the surface so the boards blend together smoothly without deep grooves between them. Multiple sanding passes with progressively finer grits ensure the floor becomes flat, consistent, and ready for staining or finishing.

Flattening beveled edges can dramatically change the appearance of hardwood flooring. Instead of seeing defined lines between each board, the floor takes on a more traditional site-finished hardwood look, creating a sleek and continuous surface that enhances the natural grain of the wood.

This service is commonly requested when homeowners want to refinish prefinished hardwood floors, remove dirt buildup trapped in the bevel lines, or achieve a more modern and refined floor appearance. Once the bevel edges are flattened, the floor can be stained in a new color and sealed with a durable protective finish such as satin, matte, or semi-gloss.

Our hardwood floor refinishing and bevel edge flattening services are available throughout Salt Lake City, Sandy, Draper, Riverton, Herriman, South Jordan, West Jordan, Murray, Holladay, Cottonwood Heights, Midvale, Taylorsville, Millcreek, and surrounding Northern Utah communities.