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Cost to Refinish a Hardwood Floor
Updated: January 2013
| Item | Quantity | Low | High |
| Finished Floor Labor Direct labor expenses to refinish hardwood floor. | 10.0 hours | $500.16 | $541.58 |
| Finished Floor Job Materials and Supplies Cost of supplies that may be required to refinish hardwood floor including: manufacturer recommended underlayment, fasteners, adhesives and surface sealants. | 200 square feet | $123.52 | $133.76 |
| Finished Floor Equipment Allowance Job related costs of specialty equipment used for job quality and efficiency, including: 2+ hp 1800 rpm drum style floor sander; 1 hp 2800 rpm wood floor edger. | $41.25 | $63.75 | |
| Totals - Cost to Refinish Hardwood Floor | 200 square feet | $664.93 | $739.09 |
| | Average cost per square foot | $3.32 | $3.70 |
Cost to Refinish a Hardwood Floor - 2013 Cost Calculator
The cost to Refinish a Hardwood Floor averages $3.32 - $3.70 per square foot in 2013. This Hardwood Floor Refinishing cost estimate is calculated from average material costs, unit labor producitivity rates and national average hourly labor wages. To refine the estimate for your Hardwood Floor Refinishing project:
1. Set Project Location Enter the location is where labor is hired and materials purchased.
2. Specify Project Size Enter the number of "square feet" required for the project.
3. Re-calculate Click the "Update" button.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing - Average Cost Per Square Foot
Expect to pay in the high end of the $3.32 - $3.70 per square foot range for a licensed, bonded and insured contractor and for complex or rush projects. Hire carefully, only after verifying prior work quality.
For the best value on Hardwood Floor Refinishing: combine related projects; get bids from several pros; and be flexible about project scheduling.
Cost to Refinish a Hardwood Floor - Notes and General Information
The cost estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Hardwood Floor Refinishing, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Costs for job cleanup and debris removal at project completion.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Hardwood Floor Refinishing jobs.
The cost estimate does not include:
- General contractor fees for organizing and supervising the Hardwood Floor Refinishing. Add 12.1% to 19.3% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion therof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
Cost to Refinish a Hardwood Floor - References
- The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 5: Partitions, Ceilings, Floors, and Stairs U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
- How to Estimate the Cost of Commly Used Flooring Systems American Society of Professional Estimators, May 2011,
- Flooring Comparison World Floor Covering Association, Jul 2012,
- Carpet Installation Standard Carpet and Rug Institute, May 2011,
