San Leandro · Bay Area · Since 2013

Hardwood floors,
crafted to last generations.

Installation, sanding and finishing of premium hardwood floors across the Bay Area — built on two decades of craft and certified by the National Wood Flooring Association.

NWFA Certified

Installation, Sand & Finish

License #1151247

California Contractor

Bonded & Insured

Full coverage on every job

10+ Years

Serving the Bay Area

Our Philosophy

A floor isn't a finish.
It's the spine of a home — the surface every other choice is built on.

We treat every project as a piece of long-term craftsmanship. From the species of wood to the grain orientation, the rack pattern, the sanding sequence and the final coat — every decision is made to serve a floor that will still be beautiful in fifty years.

What We Do

A full-service hardwood shop.

From milling raw planks to the final coat of finish — every step is handled by our own team.

01

Installation

Wide-plank, strip, and custom hardwood floors installed to NWFA standards.

02

Sand & Refinish

Bring tired floors back to life — dust-contained sanding and premium finishes.

03

Custom Patterns

Herringbone, chevron, parquet, and custom borders crafted by hand.

04

Staining & Color

Custom stain matching from natural whites to deep walnut and gray tones.

05

Repairs & Board Replacement

Seamless repairs for water damage, scratches, and worn boards.

06

Stairs & Trim

Custom treads, risers, and trim that match your floors perfectly.

How We Work

Six steps. No surprises.

01

Consultation

Walk the space with us. We discuss species, finish, layout, and budget.

02

Estimate & Sampling

A clear, itemized estimate plus on-site samples for color approval.

03

Preparation

Subfloor leveling, moisture testing, and full containment of the work area.

04

Installation

Hand-racked planks, tight seams, and precise transitions at every threshold.

05

Sand & Finish

Multi-grit sanding with dust containment, followed by your chosen finish.

06

Walkthrough

Final inspection together, plus care instructions to keep your floors beautiful.

Featured Project

Piedmont Hills Residence

2,400 square feet of select-grade white oak, hand-racked in a long-plank pattern with custom whitewash finish. Completed in eleven working days, on schedule and on budget.

The wood

Species we work with.

We source kiln-dried, sustainably-harvested hardwood from trusted North American mills.

White Oak

Classic, neutral, takes any stain.

American Walnut

Rich, warm chocolate tones.

Red Oak

Traditional grain, beautifully resilient.

Hickory & Maple

Hard, light, and full of character.

Finishes & stains

Color, mixed by hand.

Every stain is mixed on-site to match your space and lighting. We sample three to five options on your actual floor before any commitment is made.

About Bebe Hardwood

A family workshop, an obsession with grain.

Bebe Hardwood Floor was founded by Don Nguyen, a NWFA-certified craftsman who has been laying, sanding and finishing wood floors in the Bay Area since 2013.

We work with homeowners, designers and contractors who care about how a floor is built — not just how it looks on day one. Every plank is selected, racked, and finished by hand, and every job is fully licensed, bonded and insured.

Visit our San Leandro showroom to see samples of white oak, walnut, herringbone parquet and custom stains in person.

Credentials

Certified, licensed, accountable.

NWFA Certified

Installation, Sand & Finish — National Wood Flooring Association, San Francisco 2013.

CSLB #1151247

California Contractor's State License Board — flooring & finish carpentry.

Bonded & Insured

Comprehensive general liability and workers' compensation on every project.

Kind words

From the people who live on our floors.

"The craftsmanship is incredible. Our white oak floors look like art — every plank perfectly placed."

Sarah M.
Piedmont, CA

"Don and his team refinished 1,800 sq ft in three days. Spotless, on time, and the color match was flawless."

James R.
Oakland, CA

"We toured the showroom, picked a herringbone pattern, and the install crew nailed every detail. Worth every penny."

Priya & Alex K.
San Francisco, CA

Where we work

Serving the entire Bay Area.

Based in San Leandro, on the road across the East Bay, San Francisco and the Peninsula.
San Leandro
Oakland
Berkeley
Alameda
Piedmont
Hayward
San Francisco
Daly City
San Mateo
Burlingame
Walnut Creek
Castro Valley

FAQ

Good questions, answered.

Most homes (1,000–2,000 sq ft) are completed in 5–8 working days, including sanding and finishing.

Yes. We custom-mix stains on-site and bring multiple samples until the match is exact.

We use HEPA-filtered dust containment systems on every sand & finish job.

Yes — California Contractor License #1151247, fully bonded and insured for your protection.

We serve the greater Bay Area — San Leandro, Oakland, Berkeley, San Francisco, the Peninsula and beyond.

Ready when you are

Let's build a floor
you'll love walking on.

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