Because of its marriage to the environment and earth we live on, it is the green way to go on flooring.  But what happens over time, the protective finish may wear off especially in heavy traffic areas.  Hardwood floors have returned to popularity in a big way.   There are more varieties nowadays and depending on the type of wood, layout and condition. Refinishing to remove ground-in dirt while sanding out dents and dings can revive this highly visible portion of your interior decor.
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Typical costs: It's about$200-$250 (averaging $1/square foot) to recoat a slightly worn 225-square-foot (15x15 feet) room, a process also known as screening. Typically this takes about a day or two, and restores a floor that's in relatively good condition. Expect to pay $340-$900 (about $1.50-$4 a square foot) to completely refinish a 15x15 foot room. That generally includes sanding down to the bare wood and applying at least 2 and sometimes 3 coats of finish. Simple projects average 2-4 days, but the process can take anywhere from 3 days to several weeks, depending on the type of finish, stain and weather conditions. The price range can jump to $850-$1,125 (around $3.75-$5/square foot) or more for a refinishing specialist to do a customized job on a 225-square-foot vintage wood floor, using multiple coats of chemicals, stains and other finishes to create just the right look. Generally this more labor-intensive approach requires at least 8-11 days, or more. Do-it-yourselfers intent on completely refinishing a 225-square-foot floor can rent a commercial sander, also called a drum sander, and buy other needed materials for about $125-$225 . Renting a floor buffer and buying needed supplies recoating runs $50-$100 . These costs go up the longer it takes to finish the project. What should be included: Use a drop of water to decide if the floor needs recoating/screening or a complete refinishing. If the water beads up or soaks in slowly, recoating may be all that's needed. However, if the water soaks in immediately, it means the wood fibers are probably exposed and the floor should be refinished. Additional costs: Refinishing stairs can add about $25-$45 per step to the total cost. Severely damaged floors may need boards replaced, cracks sealed, stains bleached or other repairs before being refinished; the cost will depend on how extensive the problems areas are.
Hardwood floors are durable and easy to clean. A hardwood floor could last forever if it's treated periodically with a strong urethane finish. Plywood-backed flooring and floating plank floors cost less than solid hardwood and can be used for do-it-yourself installation. Scratches can be filled and a badly damaged small area can possibly be fixed with new planks.   Another reason you might want to refinish your hardwood flooring is if you have had them covered with carpet or area rugs for several years. This also will dull the finish on your hardwood floors. and be good cause to refinish them. If this sounds very much like your situation, and your beginning to wonder what would be the ideal solution to beautify your home or room, this is the perfect time to start thinking about refinishing your hardwood flooring.
Hardwood floors are durable and easy to clean. A hardwood floor could last forever if it's treated periodically with a strong urethane finish. Plywood-backed flooring and floating plank floors cost less than solid hardwood and can be used for do-it-yourself installation. Scratches can be filled and a badly damaged small area can possibly be fixed with new planks. You will know when the time is approaching to get yourself prepared to refinish your floors when you start to see dull warn out areas most noticeably where the traffic in your home is heaviest. You'll also start to feel like no matter how much you clean them or try to gloss them with polish, the wood just eats it up neglecting to give that lustrous appearance as when newly installed. Another reason you might want to refinish your hardwood flooring is if you have had them covered with carpet or area rugs for several years.
This also will dull the finish on your hardwood floors. and be good cause to refinish them. If this sounds very much like your situation, and your beginning to wonder what would be the ideal solution to beautify your home or room ,this is the perfect time to start thinking about refinishing your hardwood flooring. There are several ways to attempt this home improvement project. You can either purchase books at your local home improvement center, or even borrow them along with some videos at your local library. You can also hire a hardwood floor installer and refinisher contractor. I strongly recommend hiring someone who specializes in this type of work for several reasons. They have experience that comes from working with hundreds of jobs that involve every type of hardwood floor, so yours will not be their first. Also there are so many details involved like the use of many chemicals that take total caution, not to mention the unforeseen reactions that may result.
The use of very heavy equipment that has to have the right amount of pressure, otherwise you can end up with more damage from these machines. If you have taken all these steps into consideration and think you still want to take on this job yourself, I’ll help you with some homework tips. Start out by giving the floors a simple floor assessment test to see if the floors need a complete refinish or just a good thorough cleaning and polishing. Go to the spot or area where the floor is most visible and will be used the most for traffic. Pour about a tablespoon of water onto the floor. If the water seems to bead up and stay above the floor, chances are your floors have a good sealant and just could use a cleaning and buff to shine.

 If the water seeps into the wood and darkens it because of penetration, then the floors have not been properly finished and will need to be completely refinished. Once you have arrived at your decision to refinish the floors you can begin the process by followings these simple steps to get you on your way. Add up the costs of renting and buying all the products, tools ,material, and special equipment you will need. Include some protective gear such as: (masks ,ear plugs, protective eyewear). You may want to see if you can hire them just for the sanding portion which involves the most dangerous and difficult part of the job, then do your cost comparisons. Finally ask yourself how important is this room? If it doesn’t turn out right how much would it bother you? If it is your main living room or entire first/second floor you probably should hire someone you really feel confident will do the job right. The next thing you need to start thinking about is stains. There are many different stain shades available. They are printed on paper for your color choice and variations of finish. Keep in mind what you see on paper will be slightly different once applied to wood. The most popular stain options include: Natural, (looks like bare wood), Light (slightly darkens wood), Medium (medium brown hue tone), and Dark (dark brown , deep rich feel). Once you think you are sure of the color, you can buy a small can to try at home. Look for an inconspicuous place such as a corner or hidden area. Be sure to wait until stain is completely dry before you make any decisions.
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