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Connect with homeowners and businesses actively posting Hardwood Floor Refinishing jobs. Set your own rates and get matched with clients in your area.

Typical market rate: $3–$7 per sq ft

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Why Hardwood Floor Refinishing Businesses Choose GigNGo

Everything you need to attract clients, manage jobs, and grow your Hardwood Floor Refinishing business

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Ready-to-Buy Clients

Homeowners near you post Hardwood Floor Refinishing requests and browse local profiles. They have already decided they need help — your profile and your video are what they compare.

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Set Your Own Prices

You control your rates. Quote Hardwood Floor Refinishing jobs at $3–$7 or whatever reflects your expertise. No platform commission on your first 5 jobs.

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Local Jobs Only

Get matched with Hardwood Floor Refinishing jobs in your service area. Set your radius and only see relevant opportunities — no wasted time on out-of-range requests.

Build Your Reputation

Collect verified reviews from every Hardwood Floor Refinishing job. A strong GigNGo profile builds trust and justifies premium pricing for quality work.

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Mobile-First Platform

Manage your Hardwood Floor Refinishing business from anywhere with our iOS and Android apps. Respond to hire requests quickly and keep track of your jobs.

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Instant Profile Setup

Create your profile in minutes. Add your Hardwood Floor Refinishing skills, service area and a short video of real work — no lengthy approval, nothing to pay upfront, no contracts.

Understanding the Hardwood Floor Refinishing Market

What clients expect and what drives business growth in this category

Hardwood floor refinishing uses a drum sander with 36, 60, 80, and 100-grit sandpaper to remove the existing finish and level cupped or scratched boards, followed by edger sanding and hand scraping in corners, then stain application and 3 coats of waterborne or oil-based polyurethane with 220-grit screening between coats. Hardwood can be refinished multiple times as long as at least 3/32 inch of wood remains above the tongue — typically 5–8 refinishes over the floor's life.

Clients want a like-new finish that removes decades of scratches and discoloration while preserving the original wood character and grain.

Licensing & credentials: No license required; NWFA (National Wood Flooring Association) certification is the professional standard for hardwood installation and refinishing.
$3–$7
Typical Hardwood Floor Refinishing rate (per sq ft)
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Platform fee on your first 5 jobs
5 min
Average profile setup time

How It Works

Start growing your Hardwood Floor Refinishing business in 4 simple steps

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Create Your Profile

Sign up free and show your Hardwood Floor Refinishing skills, certifications, service area and a short video of real work

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Browse Local Jobs

See Hardwood Floor Refinishing jobs posted by clients in your area who are ready to hire now

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Send Quotes

Quote jobs with your custom pricing. Clients see your reviews and profile alongside your bid

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Get Hired & Grow

Complete jobs, collect 5-star reviews, and watch your Hardwood Floor Refinishing business expand

Hardwood Floor Refinishing — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from clients booking Hardwood Floor Refinishing services

How many times can hardwood floors be refinished?

Solid hardwood (3/4-inch thick) can be refinished 5–8 times over its lifespan as long as 3/32 inch of wood remains above the tongue. Engineered hardwood can be refinished 1–2 times depending on the veneer thickness.

What is the difference between oil-based and waterborne polyurethane?

Oil-based polyurethane imparts an amber tone and is harder but takes 24 hours between coats; waterborne is nearly clear, dries in 2–3 hours, and has low VOC — most refinishers now prefer waterborne.

How long does floor refinishing take?

A 500 sq ft room takes 2–3 days: day 1 sanding and stain, days 2–3 for 3 coats of finish drying. The house must be vacated for 24 hours after the final coat.

Can I change the stain color of my hardwood floor?

Yes — sanding removes the existing color completely; any stain color can be applied on bare wood. Going lighter is possible; going darker is always achievable.

How do I maintain refinished hardwood floors?

Sweep or dust mop daily; use a well-wrung damp mop with pH-neutral cleaner weekly; apply furniture pads; avoid high heels and pet nails; recoat (screen and recoat) every 3–5 years before the finish wears through to wood.

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