Hardwood Floor Refinishing in Toronto
LV Hardwood Flooring is a licensed, WSIB-insured refinishing contractor working across Toronto and the GTA. We bring tired, scratched, and faded hardwood back to life with dust-controlled sanding, custom staining, and hard-wearing finishes, done by our own direct-employee crews. As both a flooring manufacturer and installer, we know exactly how each species and finish behaves, so your floor comes out even, durable, and the colour you actually wanted.
Free in-home assessment, written estimate, and a workmanship warranty on every job.
- Dust-controlled (HEPA) sanding on every job
- WSIB compliant & $2M liability insured
- Direct employees, no subcontractors
- Written workmanship warranty
Refinish or Replace? How to Tell
Whether your floor can be refinished depends on its remaining sandable wood, previous sanding, board condition and moisture damage. Surface scratches or a colour change may be addressed by refinishing when the floor is suitable. Deeper damage, movement or a thin wear layer may call for board repairs or replacement. An assessment helps establish the appropriate scope before work begins.
Our Refinishing Services
Sanding & Refinishing
Full sand down to raw wood to remove old finish, scratches, and surface damage, then 2 to 3 coats of premium finish. The core service for floors that have lost their protective layer.
Custom Staining & Colour Change
Going from honey oak to a modern mid-tone or dark walnut? We colour-match and stain to the shade you want, with a sample board approved before we commit the whole floor.
Dust-Controlled Sanding
HEPA-filtered vacuum systems connected to every sander. Essential for occupied homes and required by most Toronto condo boards: minimal dust, minimal cleanup.
Recoat / Buff & Coat (No Full Sand)
If the finish is worn but the wood underneath is fine, a screen-and-recoat refreshes the surface at a fraction of the cost of a full refinish. A great maintenance option every few years.
Board Repair & Replacement
Water-damaged, pet-stained, or gapping boards replaced and blended into the existing floor before refinishing. We match new boards to aged oak so repairs disappear.
Stair Refinishing
Treads, risers, railings and newel posts refinished to match your floors, a common request in mature GTA homes converting from carpeted stairs. See our stair refinishing service for more detail.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing Cost in Toronto
Refinishing pricing depends on square footage, whether you are changing colour, floor condition, and stairs. These are starting rates; final pricing comes with your free in-home estimate.
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Sand & refinish (existing hardwood) | $3–$5 / sq ft |
| Refinish with custom stain / colour change | $4–$6 / sq ft |
| Screen & recoat (no full sand) | $1.50–$3 / sq ft |
| Stair refinishing | $150–$200 / step |
| Board repair / replacement | quoted per project |
Final pricing depends on floor condition, square footage, staining, and access. For a detailed breakdown, see our guide to hardwood floor refinishing cost.
What to include in your refinishing estimate
Compare estimates by scope as well as the square-foot rate. Ask whether the quote includes board repairs, stain samples, the finish system and coat schedule, furniture moving, baseboard work, stairs, disposal and applicable taxes. Confirm room access and the schedule for each stage before work starts.
Areas We Serve
We refinish hardwood across Toronto and the GTA: Toronto, North York, Etobicoke, Scarborough, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Mississauga, Oakville and Burlington.
Why Toronto Homeowners Choose LV for Refinishing
- Manufacturer + installer. We make our own hardwood, so we understand finishes and species from the inside out.
- Dust-controlled equipment on every job, not as an upsell.
- Direct employees, no subcontractors: the crew that quotes is the crew that does the work.
- WSIB compliant & $2M insured: required for condo work, and peace of mind for houses.
- Written workmanship warranty on every refinishing project.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does hardwood floor refinishing cost in Toronto?
Most refinishing runs $3 to $5 per square foot for a standard sand-and-refinish, or $4 to $6 with a custom stain. Stairs are typically $150 to $200 per step. Final pricing depends on floor condition and size; we give a firm written quote after a free in-home visit.
How long does refinishing take?
A typical main floor takes 3 to 4 days: sanding, staining, and 2 to 3 coats of finish with drying time between coats. We give you an exact timeline in your estimate.
Is the process very dusty?
No. We use HEPA dust-controlled sanders on every job, so dust is minimal, which matters for occupied homes and is required by most condo buildings.
Can my old floor be refinished, or does it need replacing?
Suitability depends on the remaining sandable wood, previous sanding, board condition and moisture damage. An assessment can identify whether refinishing, local board repairs or replacement is appropriate.
Can you change the colour of my floor?
Yes. We stain to your chosen shade and approve a sample board with you before doing the whole floor.
How soon can we walk on the floor?
Dry-to-touch, light foot traffic and full cure are different stages. Follow the instructions for the specific finish and the site conditions; confirm separate times for walking, replacing furniture and putting rugs back before the work starts.
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Prep & Sanding
Every project starts with a free in-home assessment: we check the floor’s species, thickness, and how many sandings it has left, then give you an itemised written estimate with no hidden costs.
On start day we set the furniture plan, protect adjacent surfaces, cover vents, and connect HEPA dust-controlled equipment. We hammer down protruding nails and make sure every board is firm before we touch the sander.
Then we sand through progressive grits down to a smooth, even surface, filling gaps and clearing dust after each pass, including edges and corners with a smaller edger.
Staining & Finishing
If you are changing colour, we prepare a sample board and get your sign-off on the exact shade before committing the whole floor. Some species are more porous and take stain differently, so the sample removes any guesswork.
After buffing (screen sanding) to remove minor unevenness, we apply 2 to 3 coats of premium finish with buffing between coats for a hard-wearing, even surface.
We finish with a room-by-room walkthrough and sign-off before the crew leaves, backed by a written workmanship warranty. Dry-to-touch, light foot traffic and full cure are different stages. Follow the instructions for the specific finish and the site conditions; confirm separate times for walking, replacing furniture and putting rugs back before the work starts.