Refinish Wood Flooring Cost in District of Columbia in 2026
Most Refinish Wood Flooring projects in District of Columbia cost between $1,600 and $8,000. The typical price is $3,600.
Refinishing existing hardwood is far cheaper than replacing it, when the boards are thick enough to sand.
Labour and materials in District of Columbia run about 18% above the national average. These figures are adjusted for that, so they are not the national average you will find elsewhere.
What drives the price
- Luxury vinyl plank, engineered wood or solid hardwood
- Subfloor levelling
- Transitions, stairs and trim
- Removing and disposing of the old floor
Usually included
- Flooring material and underlayment
- Installation and transitions
- Baseboard shoe moulding
Usually extra
- Subfloor replacement
- Furniture moving
- Baseboard replacement
Unit prices in District of Columbia
| Quality tier | Cost per sq ft |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.01 |
| Mid-range | $4.52 |
| High-end | $10 |