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Your Trusted Flooring Partner in Fletcher, NC
Founded in 1901, Gennett Lumber Co. has built a century-long reputation as Western North Carolina's premier hardwood flooring distributor. Our expertise spans the entire lifecycle of hardwood projects, from initial design consultations in our Fletcher showroom to precision installation and finishing. With a legacy rooted in sustainable forestry practices and a commitment to quality, we serve both residential and commercial clients. Our team, led by third-generation president Philip Gennett and design specialist Karen, combines deep industry knowledge with personalized service.We offer premium hardwood selections, custom design solutions, and reliable delivery across Western North Carolina. Our recommended contractors ensure meticulous installations, leaving spaces immaculate and ready for immediate use. With over 100 years of combined experience, we remain dedicated to preserving our founder's vision while meeting modern flooring needs.
Services
Design Consultations
Hardwood Delivery
Floor Installation
Sanding Services
Finishing Services
Details
- Year established: 1901
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of hardwood flooring expertise since 1901
- Our team provides personalized design consultations with Karen
- We guarantee meticulous installations from recommended contractors
- We deliver premium hardwoods across Western North Carolina
- Our family-owned business maintains sustainable forestry practices
What people say
Exquisite floors
Knowledgeable staff
Meticulously clean
Reliable deliveries
Custom color options
Services
Design Consultations
Our Fletcher showroom offers personalized hardwood flooring design consultations. Karen, with extensive hardwood expertise, helps clients create custom spaces by combining different wood types and finishes. Appointments ensure dedicated time for material selection and design planning, ensuring solutions that match both aesthetic preferences and functional requirements while maintaining our century-old quality standards.
Hardwood Delivery
We provide reliable hardwood delivery services across Western North Carolina. Our logistics team ensures careful handling and timely delivery of flooring materials, maintaining product integrity during transit. This service supports both residential and commercial projects, with delivery coordination that aligns with installation schedules to maintain project timelines while preserving material quality.
Floor Installation
Our recommended contractors specialize in professional hardwood floor installations. The process includes precise subfloor preparation, accurate board placement, and seamless pattern matching. Installers maintain clean workspaces throughout the process, ensuring finished spaces are immediately usable. This service covers both new installations and replacement projects for residential and commercial properties.
Sanding Services
We offer professional sanding services for both new and existing hardwood floors. The process removes imperfections and prepares surfaces for finishing treatments. Our technicians use specialized equipment to achieve uniform textures while preserving wood integrity. This service is available as part of complete installations or as standalone refinishing projects for aging floors.
Finishing Services
Our finishing services complete hardwood installations with durable protective coatings. We apply custom-matched stains and finishes that enhance natural wood grain while providing long-lasting protection. The process includes multiple coats with proper drying intervals, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functional durability against daily wear in residential and commercial environments.
People
Philip Gennett
President
Third-generation leader with over 30 years in hardwood flooring. Oversees operations and maintains family commitment to quality. Ensures timely project coordination and customer satisfaction.
Karen
Design Specialist
Experienced hardwood consultant with expertise in material selection and space design. Provides personalized guidance for residential and commercial projects. Known for warm customer service and technical knowledge in flooring combinations.
Questions
What hardwood flooring services do you offer?
We provide complete hardwood flooring solutions including material sales, design consultations, professional installation, sanding, and custom finishing services in Western North Carolina.
How long has Gennett Lumber been in business?
Since 1901, we've served Western North Carolina as a family-owned hardwood flooring distributor with three generations of industry expertise.
Do you serve residential and commercial clients?
Yes, we offer hardwood flooring solutions for both residential homes and commercial spaces throughout Western North Carolina.
How do I schedule a design consultation?
Contact us at (828) 253-3626 to book an appointment for personalized design consultations in our Fletcher showroom with Karen.
What areas do you serve?
We deliver hardwood flooring materials and provide installation services throughout Western North Carolina, including Asheville and surrounding communities.
Can you match custom floor finishes?
Yes, our finishing services include custom color matching to ensure your hardwood floors perfectly complement your space's design aesthetic.
