Practical, modern advice for refinishing hardwood floors: prepare and inspect thoroughly, choose the right sander and dust containment, consider screening instead of full sanding, pick the appropriate finish, and compare DIY vs. professional costs.
Hardwood remains popular over carpet for durability and refinishing. Sanding removes old finish and surface damage; choose tools and pros carefully, and avoid over-sanding engineered planks with thin wear layers.
A concise DIY guide to finishing or refinishing hardwood floors: plan the room, follow a grit sanding sequence, choose between water-based or oil-modified polyurethane, and allow proper drying and cure times.
Learn when to refinish hardwood floors, how to test your finish, differences between recoating and full refinishing, modern techniques, timeline, and current cost considerations.