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Floor condition & repairs
Damage, uneven wear, gaps, and prior coatings can require additional prep steps before finishing.
Our Pricing
Hardwood floor projects can't be priced accurately with a single "$ per sq ft" number because floor condition, prep, and finish system change the scope. We'll give you a written scope and a fixed quote after a quick assessment—so you know exactly what's included.
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What’s included in our pricing
Every quote is built around a clear scope—so you understand what you're paying for before work begins.
You receive a written scope with inclusions and a project timeline.
Hardwood Scope Included
- ✓ Dustless sanding is standard (not an upgrade).
- ✓ HEPA filtration and dust containment; exposed areas are covered with plastic film as needed.
- ✓ Prep matched to floor condition (patches, wear, edges, corners).
- ✓ Finish system recommendation based on timeline and in-home comfort (odor / dry time).
- ✓ Color plan confirmed before coating (natural, tone, or stain).
- ✓ Daily cleanup + final walkthrough.
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Pricing Framework
How your final price is formed
Your fixed quote is built from condition, refinement target, color direction, and finish system timeline.
Each factor affects labor sequence, material usage, and timing. We lock all scope details into a written quote before work starts.
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Sanding level (surface refinement)
Higher refinement means more steps and working time to reduce visible sanding marks—especially in bright light.
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Color choice (natural vs stain)
Stain changes color more dramatically, but adds extra steps and labor.
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Finish system & scheduling
Dry time, odor, and cure time affect scheduling and how quickly rooms can be put back in use.
Refinishing pricing: choose your quality level
These options describe the level of surface refinement. We’ll recommend the best fit after seeing your floors and your lighting.
Essential (Refresh)
Best for: light wear, quick refresh
Outcome: clean, even look
Best value when: you don't need "perfect under sunlight"
Signature (Most Popular)
Best for: most homes
Outcome: more uniform appearance under daylight
Best value when: you want a noticeably cleaner, more consistent finish
Premium (Furniture-quality
look)
Best for: open areas, strong light, perfectionists
Outcome: highest surface refinement and uniformity
Best value when: often used for large open areas when seeking best possible result
Essential: Total working hours per 1000 sq ft: 21–33
Signature: Total working hours per 1000 sq ft: 28–43
Premium: Total working hours per 1000 sq ft: 31–46
Color and finish choices that change scope
Stain vs natural tone
Stain is the right choice for a major color change. It adds additional processes, materials, and extra labor (about 3–5 working hours per 1000 sq ft).
If you prefer a natural look but want tone control, water-based sealers offer tone options such as Nordic, Natural, Classic, Intense, and Amber.
Finish system comparison
- Oil-based: Dry time per coat 12–15 hours; fully cured (furniture-ready) about 14 days; staying in the home during coating is not recommended.
- Water-based: Dry time per coat 1–2 hours; fully cured (furniture-ready) about 3–5 days depending on system; staying in the home during coating is often possible with proper ventilation.
Bona Mega One: 1–2 hours per coat; furniture-ready ~5 days
Bona Traffic HD: 2–3 hours per coat; furniture-ready ~3 days
Installation pricing: what’s included in proper installation
Installation is your floor’s foundation—done properly, it’s a long-term investment.
Moisture-first installation scope
What’s included in proper installation
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Use top-grade lumber (Select and Better Select).
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Acclimate hardwood several days before installing.
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Check subfloor moisture with highly sensitive meters.
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Keep subfloor vs wood moisture difference within 4%.
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Use moisture barriers when needed.
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Use high-quality fasteners; use glue when boards exceed 3 1/4 inches.
Our installation scope is method-specific, so your floor stays stable through seasonal changes.
F.A.Q
Hardwood Floor Pricing
Floor condition, prep needs, sanding refinement, color choice, and finish system can change scope. We provide a written scope and a fixed quote after assessment.
Yes—dustless sanding is a default option, not an add-on.
Yes. Staining requires additional processes, materials, and extra labor (about 3–5 working hours per 1000 sq ft).
It depends on the finish system and ventilation plan. Some water-based systems allow staying in the home during coating; oil-based typically does not.
The difference is surface refinement (number of steps and working time). Higher levels are designed to reduce visible sanding marks, especially in open areas and bright light.
Moisture readiness and the correct installation method for the wood/board width—acclimation, moisture testing, and barriers are key.