Toronto’s Wood Restoration Specialists
Proper Finish is a Toronto-based wood restoration company specializing in the refinishing, restoration, and maintenance of wood—inside and outside. From weathered decks, fences, porches, railings, and exotic hardwoods to interior hardwood floors and staircases, we restore existing wood to bring back its beauty, protect it from wear and weather, and extend its life.
Don’t Rebuild, Refinish!
Exterior Wood Refinishing
Decks • Fences • Railings • Porches • Pergolas … and MORE!
Wood Refinishing & Maintenance
Cleaning, Sanding, and Staining
Exotic Hardwoods
Repairs, Replacements & Builds
Proper Finish provides professional residential exterior wood refinishing and maintenance for homeowners across Toronto and the GTA. We specialize in deck refinishing, fence restoration, porch and railing refinishing, exterior wood staining, sanding, and surface preparation designed to protect and extend the life of your outdoor wood structures.
Interior Hardwood Refinishing
Hardwood Floors • Engineered Floors • Stairs • Interior Wood
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Hardwood Floor Refresh
Hardwood Stair Refinishing
Proper Finish provides professional residential interior hardwood refinishing and restoration for homeowners across Toronto and the GTA. We specialize in hardwood floor refinishing, sanding, staining, recoating, and stair refinishing, using professional preparation and finishing techniques designed to restore the beauty and extend the life of your interior wood surfaces.
What Sets Proper Finish Apart
Wood-Specific Expertise
Years of hands-on experience restoring, refinishing, and maintaining exterior and interior wood in residential and commercial environments.
Reputation Built on Client Satisfaction ⭐4.9 / 5
Our work is consistently recognized by our clients, reflected in a 4.9 out of 5 rating across our social media platforms. We prioritize communication, reliability, and results.
Restoration over Replacement
We believe existing wood should be restored whenever possible—not automatically torn out and replaced.
Process-Driven Service
From consultation and assessment to preparation, finishing and final inspection, every project follows a structured process.
Fully Insured & Safety Compliant
WSIB compliant, General Liability Insurance, PPE required, working-at-heights trained.
Our Exterior Process
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01 - Consultation
We assess your exterior wood, take measurements, and recommend the right refinishing and maintenance approach.
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02 - Estimate
You receive a clear, detailed estimate outlining scope, materials, and timelines—no hidden costs or surprises.
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03 - Cleaning
We clean surfaces to remove dirt, mildew, and old residue to prepare exterior wood for sanding and staining.
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04 - Sanding
We professionally sand and smooth surfaces, removing failed coatings, and prepare wood for an even, durable stain.
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05 - Staining
We apply oil stains to protect against UV, moisture, and wear—enhancing durability and natural wood beauty.
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06 - Inspection
Every project ends with a final inspection to ensure satisfaction, quality, and a Proper Finish built to last.
Commercial Services
Serving real estate professionals, business owners, and property managers across Toronto and the GTA
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Proper Finish main focus is exterior wood restoration for residential and commercial properties. We work closely with real estate professionals to improve curb appeal, highlight outdoor living spaces, and help listings stand out in competitive markets.
Our focus is simple: Elevate listings. Maximize value. Close faster.
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Proper Finish specializes in exterior wood restoration and maintenance for commercial hospitality spaces. We help restaurants, bars, and cafes keep patios, decks, and wood features clean, safe, and visually appealing throughout the season. Our work is designed around business hours, guest experience, and weather exposure.
Our focus is simple: Clean patios. Better guest experience. Less downtime.
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At Proper Finish we specialize in exterior wood restoration serving condominiums, townhomes, and managed commercial properties. We focus exclusively on refinishing and preserving exterior wood, helping property managers extend asset lifespan while minimizing disruption to residents. We are not general contractors — wood restoration is all we do.
Our focus is simple: Protect your assets. Reduce long-term costs. Maintain curb appeal.
Vision
To help reduce Canada’s lumber rate of replacement
Instead of tearing out and rebuilding, we believe in restoring, maintaining, and extending the life of existing wood structures
Mission
To protect, preserve, and prolong the life of all exterior wood
Using high-quality products and expert techniques, we ensure that your outdoor spaces stay strong, weather-resistant, and aesthetically stunning
Goal
To restore outdoor spaces and make them vibrant and inspiring
We will bring the life back to weathered wood, enhance natural beauty, and create outdoor environments people are proud to use and enjoy—season after season
Make it stand out.
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Cottage Maintenance - Oil Finish
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Deck Refinishing - Two Tone Finish
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Deck Maintenance - Two Tone Finish
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Deck Refinishing - Two Tone Finish
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Porch Refinishing - Oil Finish
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Fence Maintenance - Oil Finish
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Hot Tub & Pergola - Two Tone Finish
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Deck Refinishing - Oil Finish
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Porch Maintenance - Oil Finish
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IPE Maintenance - IPE Oil Finish
Ready to Get Started?
Proper Finish offers both Refinishing and Maintenance Packages as well as Stand-Alone exterior wood services to meet the unique needs of each project.
Whether you are looking for a full deck restoration, ongoing maintenance, or targeted services like cleaning, sanding, or staining, we build solutions that allign with your property, timeline and budget.
Once you submit the form, our team will review your request and contact you to discuss your project in detail.
Proudly Serving Toronto and the GTA
Toronto North Neighbourhoods
Lawrence Park
Leaside
Forest Hill North
Bedford Park
Don Mills
Toronto South Neighbourhoods
Downtown Toronto
Yorkville
The Annex
King West
Queen West
Toronto East Neighbourhoods
Leslieville
The Beaches
Danforth Village
Riverdale
East York
Toronto West Neighbourhoods
High Park / Bloor West Village
Roncesvalles
Junction / Junction Triangle
Liberty Village
Etobicoke
Greater Toronto Area (By Request)
North York
Scarborough
Richmond Hill
Markham
Vaughan
Ajax
Whitby
Mississauga
Oakville
Not sure if your property falls within our service area? Contact us to confirm availability.