Damaged hardwood flooring can be refinished, but that’s not always necessary. If the surface of the floor only has minor scratches, recoating can be an effective solution. The cost to recoat hardwood floors can be much less than the cost to refinish them.
Differences between Hardwood Floor Refinishing and Recoating
The process of refinishing hardwood floors involves sanding the surface to remove the damaged upper layer. Sanding is not involved in the recoating process. When a hardwood floor is recoated, contractors simply apply a new layer of finish on top of the existing layer.
Recoating can revitalize hardwood floors in a fraction of the time it would take to refinish them. If you have your hardwood floors recoated, you can have workers apply the same finish as the one you currently have, or you can select a different color.
How to Figure out What’s Right for Your Home
If your wood floors are in good condition overall and they simply have damage on the surface, recoating can be a more affordable option than refinishing. It might be necessary to refinish your hardwood floors if they have deep scratches, gouges, or discolored areas.
Wood floors can be recoated multiple times. How often you’ll need to recoat your hardwood floors will depend on how much foot traffic they see every day and how much they get damaged over time.
Price to Recoat Hardwood Floors
The cost to recoat hardwood floors will depend on several factors, including the number of rooms you want to have recoated, the type of finish you select, and the amount of labor required. A large area will take more time to recoat, and some finishes require multiple coats to provide full protection.
If your hardwood floors are damaged and you aren’t sure if they can be recoated or if they need to be refinished, get in touch with Barbati Hardwood Flooring. We’ll have a member of our team look at your floors, see how serious the damage is, and recommend the right solution. We’ll then give you an estimate that shows charges for materials and labor. Contact us today at (484)354-8869 to schedule an inspection.