How Long Does Hardwood Floor Refinishing Take?
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Maintenance services
A Clean & Buff or qualifying Screen & Recoat can often be completed much faster than a full sanding project.
Full sanding
Sanding includes multiple preparation stages and may include repairs, stain, sealer and finish coats, so it requires more time.
Dry time is not cure time
A coating can be dry enough for limited traffic before it reaches full cure. Follow the specific finish manufacturer’s return-to-use guidance.
Furniture and rugs
Heavy furniture, rugs and pets may need to stay off the floor longer than light foot traffic.
Plan around your floor
We explain the expected sequence and return-to-use schedule for the specific products and service selected.
Get the right diagnosis before choosing a service
Hardwood floors can look similar while needing very different solutions. True Clean evaluates the condition of the wood, existing finish, contamination, wear and the result you want before recommending a process.
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