If you ask Michael Matthews how he got into flooring, he’ll tell you it started with a favor for a friend—and turned into a career that’s now spanned over two decades. A lifelong Louisville native, Michael grew up near St. James Court and graduated from J. Graham Brown School before briefly attending the University of Louisville. But it wasn’t long before he realized his heart and his talent belonged to hands-on work.

His very first project came about when a friend asked for help installing hardwood in his own home. The feedback was immediate and overwhelmingly positive: people assumed a professional company had done the work. That gave Michael the spark he needed to keep going. Over the years, he worked for other companies, picking up techniques, tools, and lessons that eventually shaped the unique, high-quality approach that defines Matthews Elite Flooring today.

Michael credits much of his success to faith, supportive mentors in the construction industry, and his biggest cheerleaders—his kids. As a single dad with three children at home, family is central to everything he does. “They’ve backed me even when I wasn’t sure I could pull this off,” he says. His youngest son, Stephen, is often ready to tag along on jobs and learn the trade. “He’s always eager to help out, and I’m here for it.”

Matthews Elite Flooring stands out for a few key reasons. Michael and his team don’t just show up, lay floors, and leave. They listen. They consult. They genuinely care about the homeowner’s vision and walk through every detail with experience-backed guidance. They also use top-tier equipment—including a dustless sanding system—to ensure the process is clean, efficient, and delivers a truly elite result.

His advice to homeowners? “Choose a flooring company that stands behind its word. One that treats your home like their own. One that won’t stop until it’s right.”

At Matthews Elite Flooring, it’s not just about business—it’s about building trust, creating beauty, and leaving a lasting impression from the first step through the front door to the final wave goodbye.