The cost to refinish hardwood floors typically ranges between $3 and $8 per square foot, depending on factors like floor size, condition, wood type, and finish chosen
. Nationally, the average cost is about $1,883, with a usual range from $1,101 to $2,666 for an average-sized project
. Key cost details include:
- For smaller areas, prices might be around $120 to $320 for 40 sq ft, scaling up to $3,000 to $8,000 for 1,000 sq ft
- Labor and materials combined can be about $5 per square foot, as seen in an example of $3,650 for 729 sq ft
- Refinishing stairs costs more, about $40 to $75 per stair tread, due to detailed work
- More complex wood types like maple or mahogany cost more to refinish ($5 to $8 per sq ft) compared to oak or cherry ($3 to $5 per sq ft)
- Additional factors influencing cost include the floor’s condition (repairs increase price), location (urban areas tend to be pricier), furniture moving, cleanup, and the contractor chosen
Some services offer dustless refinishing, which adds about $2 more per square foot
. In summary, expect to pay roughly $3 to $8 per square foot, with total project costs varying from a few hundred dollars for small rooms to several thousand dollars for larger or more complex jobs.
