Hardwood Floor
Hardwood floors are timeless and can add elegance to a space or even charm to a country home. The type of wood and layout along with condition of the wood all factor into how well the floors look and how durable they are. Hardwood floors will need to be refinished from time to time to remove ground in dirt. Refinishing hardwood floors will also sand out dents and dings that have occurred through the years.
Hardwood Flooring Refinishing Cost
The cost of hardwood floor refinishing can very depending on the work required. So, your hardwood floor refinishing price will depend on what is your requirement. Below are some example to understand the pricing range.
Screening is when the hardwood floor just needs a recoat because it is slightly worn. This generally takes one to two days and restores the floor if it is in relatively good condition. A room that is 225 square foot or a 15×15 foot room should cost about $200-$250. This averages out to $1.00 per square foot.
Sanding down to bare wood and applying two to three coats of finish is generally what most hardwood floors require. Small rooms take about two to four days to complete, however larger projects can take anywhere from three days to several weeks, depending on the finish type, the stain and the weather conditions. A room that is 15×15 feet should cost about $350-$900. This averages out to $1.50 to $4 per square foot.
Custom hardwood floor refinishing for a 15×15 feet room with vintage wood and using multiple coats of chemicals, stains and other finishes can be costly. This is a labor intensive project and will take 8 to 11 days or more for even small projects. The price for custom hardwood floor refinishing is about $850-$1,125. This averages out to $3.75 to $5 per square foot.