Providing clients with the most organized and efficient projects, while delivering the highest quality finished floors. State of the Art Wood Floor Gallery specializes in custom finishing, installations and material sourcing for all your hardwood flooring needs. As flooring specialists, we are always abreast on new techniques, materials and finishes in the industry.
Every project represents our organization; therefore, we take great strides to achieve perfection and client satisfaction. Our work has been featured in Architectural Digest, New York Magazine, and most recently, in HGTV's Get A Room with Carson & Thom. There are flooring contractors and then there is Eric Herman at State of the Art Flooring.
I'm pleased to say that Eric is a cut above all the other contractors out there. My situation involved a failed refinishing of a floor as a result of having a difficult wood to stain (Beech). To determine how best to fix the problem I interviewed 5 different contractors and only Eric promised that he could solve it.
Every project represents our organization; therefore, we take great strides to achieve perfection and client satisfaction. Our work has been featured in Architectural Digest, New York Magazine, and most recently, in HGTV's Get A Room with Carson & Thom. There are flooring contractors and then there is Eric Herman at State of the Art Flooring.
I'm pleased to say that Eric is a cut above all the other contractors out there. My situation involved a failed refinishing of a floor as a result of having a difficult wood to stain (Beech). To determine how best to fix the problem I interviewed 5 different contractors and only Eric promised that he could solve it.
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We began in 1999 as a 2nd generation flooring company and rapidly grew to become one of Manhattan and Eastern Long Island's premiere installation and finishing firms. We opened our Manhattan Design Showroom in 2005 and continue to expand our running lines and custom capabilities every day. Here at State of the Art, we take great pride in standing out in the flooring community.
At State Of The Art Wood Floor Gallery, we provide a wide range of services. No matter the size, condition, or state of your project, we are more than willing to work with you to design a service plan that best suits your needs. Engineered Solid Parquetry Herringbone Chevron Custom Specialty inlays Underlayment Gymnasiums Walls & ceilings Patchwork Misc.
While hardwood flooring is adequately well-known for a long lifespan, excellent durability, and some amazing available options, there is one truth that can't be hidden. They feature some of the most elegant appearances in the entirety of the flooring world. When you walk into a space where these floors are installed, the look is the first thing that catches your eye.
The truth is, many homeowners prefer the stunning look of solid hardwood floors. However, their lifestyle may be so active and busy that they are unable to commit to such a flooring, and that's where laminate steps up to the plate. Offering a true wood-look that's realistically authentic, this material can give you the refined look you want, with many benefits that help make your life so much easier.
Luxury vinyl flooring was a true game-changer in the flooring industry. Combining some of the most sought-after appearances with benefits that could only be dreamed of by many, a unique floor covering was born that has been the highlight of many a home since then. In fact, it's likely that you will even find an answer to all of your flooring requirements in this one product line.
Reviews (10)
Tracie Hamersley
Jan 20, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Such professional and high quality service! I was beyond pleased with the work done in my condo (all my floors were replaced). Everything was completed on time and within budget, and I can’t recommend Eric and his wonderful team at SOTA more highly!
Such professional and high quality service! I was beyond pleased with the work done in my condo (all my floors were replaced). Everything was completed on time and within budget, and I can’t recommend Eric and his wonderful team at SOTA more highly!
Rosemary Ellis
Jul 06, 2020
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Eric and his team came into our historic house and did a beautiful job with our wonderful--but very challenging--heart of pine floors. He was super-attentive to getting the stain color just right, doing multiple test patches with different finishes. He worked to match colors on the random planks that were a different wood type, sanded carefully to take off a little of the floor as possible, and re-did the stairs when the work from another contractor caused problems.
He was also very fair about his charges for the extra work caused by problems that were not of his making. He's also a good communicator
He was also very fair about his charges for the extra work caused by problems that were not of his making. He's also a good communicator
Ellen Vora
Jun 05, 2020
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I highly recommend working with SOTA. I feel so lucky that I stumbled upon them. They helped guide me through the decision process of picking hardwood flooring. They were objective and impartial, and helped me make the best decision for my needs. Then they installed the new flooring in our new apartment. This is my first time doing any kind of renovation. I worked with a contractor and SOTA. The contrast between those two relationships was striking. While my contractor was challenging to work with, Eric from SOTA was a great communicator, honest, transparent, helpful, and he frequently engaged
M. Cohen
May 06, 2020
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This review is long over due. Eric and his team could not have been better. We closed on Thursday afternoon and Eric and his team were in sanding down the floors Friday morning. Our plan was to go with a light natural floor. Upon sanding the team found out the original developer used two different color woods and sealed it over with a dark brown finish. Something we didn’t want. SOTA came up with a grey floor solution that we loved and was able to cover up the dark wood planks. I believe we moved into the apartment the following Thursday, only a week from closing despite the unforeseen curveball
Rabbi Chanan Krivisky
Dec 25, 2018
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Sarah P.
Dec 24, 2018
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Here's my earlier review from their previous location. Will never forget the pain these a-holes caused me. Hire at your own risk.
CRIMINALS AND THIEVES. I currently have the NYPD investigating the employees from this company for Grand Larceny after i was robbed during renovations. A priceless family heirloom that is almost 100 years old was taken from me (amongst other valuables). After finding their tools, instruments and a set of stained gloves in my belongings, it seems conclusive it was one of the workmen. Hire at your peril. This company is negligent and not to be trusted in your home.
CRIMINALS AND THIEVES. I currently have the NYPD investigating the employees from this company for Grand Larceny after i was robbed during renovations. A priceless family heirloom that is almost 100 years old was taken from me (amongst other valuables). After finding their tools, instruments and a set of stained gloves in my belongings, it seems conclusive it was one of the workmen. Hire at your peril. This company is negligent and not to be trusted in your home.
Jamie Kalnick
Oct 20, 2018
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Eric saved my project. We had two significant setbacks with our floor installation before being introduced to Eric.
Eric ran through options with us and gave us an immediate solution. Within a week he supplied and delivered to our home gorgeous 8.5" European oak floorboards.
Afterward, we had complications with the floor finish. Again we called Eric, and he put a lot of time in to help brainstorm floor finishes and ensure we would love the look. I could not believe the kindness, selfless and genuine concern he showed toward my family and my home.
Eric ran through options with us and gave us an immediate solution. Within a week he supplied and delivered to our home gorgeous 8.5" European oak floorboards.
Afterward, we had complications with the floor finish. Again we called Eric, and he put a lot of time in to help brainstorm floor finishes and ensure we would love the look. I could not believe the kindness, selfless and genuine concern he showed toward my family and my home.
J. Younes
Sep 08, 2018
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Overall, I had a terrific experience working with State of the Art Wood Floors. I found them at the Architectural Digest Show in Manhattan last year and reached out to them when it was time for me to purchase my wood floors. Although I was considered a very small order for them (just 500 square feet of wood), the owner, Eric, still came by my studio apartment to measure and helped me decide on the plank width, color, etc. Eric also made himself available for questions (via text!) that popped up right before installation and in the weeks that followed. The stellar customer service and access I had
Daniel Friedman
Jul 25, 2016
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There are flooring contractors and then there is Eric Herman at State of the Art Flooring. I’m pleased to say that Eric is a cut above all the other contractors out there. My situation involved a failed refinishing of a floor as a result of having a difficult wood to stain (Beech). To determine how best to fix the problem I interviewed 5 different contractors and only Eric promised that he could solve it. But more importantly, only Eric was willing to make the effort to understand what had gone wrong previously and then invest the time experimenting with different solutions. He did not less than
Elisa Rios
May 19, 2016
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We had a week to get new floors installed into our newly purchased co-op before it was time to move in. Eric Herman the president of SOTA floors personally came to see us and make his recommendations. The next day my husband and I went to choose our engineered hardwood floor at the showroom...Laura, was there to walk us though all of our choices. She patiently helped us mill through a bunch of floor choices. Once we made our choice the floor was ordered and Eric's foreman, Joe and his crew, worked to complete the job in 4 days. The job was not only completed in 4 days but it was done beautifully
