Knowing what happens during a refinishing project makes it far less stressful. Here's the step-by-step OC Flooring process and a realistic timeline for Bellevue and Seattle homes.
The step-by-step process
- Free in-home estimate: we measure, assess your floors, show finish and stain options, and give you a written quote.
- Prep: we clear the space and protect adjoining areas.
- Dustless sanding: we sand off the old finish using a dustless system that captures the vast majority of dust at the source.
- Repairs & staining (optional): we address any board issues, then apply custom stain if you're changing color.
- Finish coats: we apply multiple coats of durable, low-VOC / water-based finish, with dry time between coats.
- Final walkthrough: we review the results with you.
How long does it take?
A typical refinishing project runs 3 to 5 days: sanding on day one, stain and first coats next, additional coats with dry time after. With water-based finish you can usually walk on the floors the morning after the final coat; wait a few days before moving heavy furniture back.
Can you stay home during the work?
In most cases yes. Because we use dustless sanding and low-VOC finishes, many homeowners stay in the home during the project — we'll talk through dry times and which rooms to avoid.
What it costs
Dustless hardwood refinishing with OC Flooring starts at $4.75/sq ft, with a written, itemized quote so there are no surprises. We're a licensed, insured local team rated 4.7 stars across 96 reviews serving King and Snohomish Counties.
Book your free in-home estimate to get a timeline and quote for your floors.
