Dustless Floor Sanders
Local business · 56 Emerald St, Malden, MA 02148, USA
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Highlights
- Dustless sanding — customers report little dust or cleanup afterward
- A+ BBB grade — the highest grade the bureau assigns
- Clear estimates — reviewers cite detailed quotes and steady updates
- Long operating history — running in Malden since the mid-1980s
- Owner on site — Eric Nylin works the jobs with his crew
- Not BBB accredited — the A+ grade comes without accreditation
- Conflicting start dates — 35 years claimed, 41 listed by BBB
- Small crew — four employees on the BBB profile
The name is the pitch, and it is also the thing customers keep confirming: the sanding really is close to dust-free. That is the recurring note across Dustless Floor Sanders' reviews — homeowners staying in the house while floors are cut back, and finding little to clean up afterward. Eric Nylin runs the shop out of 56 Emerald Street in Malden, working with a small crew, and the business also trades as Nylin Wood Floors. Its own site says 35 years serving greater Boston; the Better Business Bureau lists the sole proprietorship as starting in February 1985, with four employees. The work is narrow on purpose: dustless sanding, refinishing, and new hardwood installation, from plain straight runs to custom patterns. The reputation is small but consistent. Twenty-six Google ratings average 4.8, nine written reviews run from 2022 through 2025, and the themes repeat rather than scatter — clear quotes and communication, floors brought back from rough shape, and the house left clean. The Better Business Bureau grades it A+, though the business is not BBB accredited. Two things are worth clarifying on the phone. The company's own history and its BBB record disagree on how long it has been operating — 35 years by one count, 41 by another — so ask directly when Eric started. And since this is a four-person shop, ask who will actually be on your job and how many days the floors need before furniture returns. A sensible call for a whole-floor refinish or a hardwood install where dust control matters — occupied homes, pets, kids, allergies. Get the finish product named in writing along with the number of coats, and confirm the schedule, since a crew this size runs one job at a time.
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- 5.0Aug 26, 2025
We recently had our floors resanded, and the entire experience was excellent from start to finish. Getting an estimate was quick and straightforward, and all of our questions were answered thoroughly. We were given clear, detailed information about the different product options, which made it easy to choose what worked best for our space. Scheduling was simple and very accommodating to our needs. Even when a last-minute change came up — a section of flooring needed to be laced in — the team handled it seamlessly with no issues. They were punctual, efficient, and extremely professional throughout the project. Not only did they complete the work with great attention to detail, but they were also friendly and easy to work with, which made the process stress-free. Our floors look beautiful, and we couldn’t be happier with the result. We highly recommend their services to anyone considering a floor re-sanding project!
— Sabrina ShresthaView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Aug 24, 2025
Eric made our floors look better than new and we are thrilled. Nail holes, scuffs and blemishes were erased like magic. Communications were clear and prompt, and Eric let us know what to expect at every stage of the process. “Was it really dustless?” my daughter asked. And I am pleased that I could say, “Yes, it truly was!”
— Nancy ParsonsView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Mar 29, 2025
Recently hired Eric to refinish some very damaged floors. Great communication, and he went over and above with the work. Also, it truly is a dustless system - we could stay at the property with no issues from dust or fumes, so that made it easy. Very happy with the results, and would have no hesitation hiring him again in the future.
— Ellen TaintorView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Jun 14, 2023
I contacted Eric shortly before moving into a new home that was recently polished with oil-based poly. It smelled awful and I couldn't tolerate it. I called Eric and he scheduled with us quickly, did a great sanding job, and also replaced some terribly stained boards with some beautifully integrated new boards. He was personable and communicative. We will be working with him again.
— Jac GoldsteinView on Google Reviews ↗ - 5.0Jun 3, 2023
Contacted Eric @ Dustless Floor Sanders over email, was given a good run-down of the work and was provided a well-fleshed quote shortly thereafter. Work was reasonably priced, and I was sold by the quality of his previous work. He and his colleague went to work a few weeks after the initial estimate, sanded + refinished the floors promptly and professionally. Additionally, he expertly repaired some issues from previous wear & tear. Attached pictures show before and after (lighter color is newly refinished) Throughout the process, it was easy to talk with him over text and get updates or ask questions. Will pick him again should I need additional hardwood work.
— Arthur KurlejView on Google Reviews ↗
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Added 9 new comments, added 62 new photos, established rating 4.0
- behind the score: Not BBB accredited — the A+ grade comes without accreditation
What does a hardwood floor cost in Greater Boston?
Typical Greater Boston range for this kind of work, from regional averages — not a quote from Dustless Floor Sanders. Use it to sanity-check bids, then get the real number in writing.
Estimated range
$6,000 – $9,600
Typical flooring project around $7,800