How Much Does It Cost to Refinish Hardwood Floors?

How much does it cost to refinish hardwood floors by yourself (DIY) or hiring professional? Of course, most homeowners like to have this type of floor because hardwood requires less maintenance, clean surface, great value on its beauty and sustainable choice if you compare to carpets.

Unfortunately, it can be slippery and vulnerable to humidity changes so it eventually wears down and refinishing must be done such as color treatment and blemishes or coating. To prevent walking on this floor become noisy, you also must install throw rugs. There are some parts to take into your consideration on overall costs: labor costs, preparation, sanding, staining and finishing.

In fact, there are such factors that can affect the cost of refinishing your hardwood floors. But in general, this project can cost you for about $300-$450 per 100 square feet.

Repairing and Reliability Price

Repairing includes installing throw rugs on such areas on flooring. It can be different treatment for flooring with stairs or rails and type of wood. It is advised to repair damage on certain point before taking refinishing so you have consistent look on entire surface. Worn flooring can cost your about $1 -$4 per square foot based on damage.

Size and Location

If you asking professional help, small rooms can cost more expensive rather than large one because of price of equipment and having tight areas. I prefer you do it DIY project for small projects and for larger room or projects with professional help, you can ask discount from contractor. In metropolitan areas, it could cost more than common location.

Moving furniture and Cleaning up

This factor can affect on the cost particularly if the room consists of carpets, many furniture and furnishing to clear before starting refinishing projects. There is no estimation on the cost of moving. Negotiation to contractor will be needed. Cleaning can be done before and after projects and depends on the size of room, conditions of flooring and products to use.

Generally, refinishing the stairs can cost for $30-$50 per step of stair, depending on the surface and what you want to repaint it. For professional help, it is estimate to pay for 4-6 hours as basic jobs per 100 square spaces or flooring. In general, the rough of price could be $3-$5 per square foot. It is more expensive rather than painting wood paneling.

If you do it by yourself, it is advised not to buy all tools for refinishing. I prefer renting it rather than buying it. For instance, you can expense for $300 for price of sanding pads. Remember, you also must buy other products or tools for staining, brushing/cleaning and finishing.