

Most hardwood floor refinishing in the Raleigh-Durham area costs $3–$5 per square foot for a full sand, stain, and finish. A typical 500-square-foot project runs $1,500–$2,500. Buff and recoat is less — usually $1–$2.50 per square foot. We provide free in-home estimates with exact pricing based on your floor's condition and the finish you choose.
Most projects take 2–4 days, depending on square footage, stain choice, and the number of finish coats. Water-based finishes dry faster and typically let you walk on floors within 24 hours of the final coat. Oil-based finishes need longer cure times. We'll give you a specific timeline in your estimate.
We recommend it during the sanding and finishing days due to noise and fumes, but it's not always required. Our dust containment system keeps the work area sealed.
Yes. A full sand-and-refinish lets you change the stain color completely — from light natural to dark walnut, or any shade in between. We have 30+ DuraSeal stain colors and can custom-mix to get an exact match or a completely new look.