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HARDWOOD FLOOR REFINISHING EXPERTS IN VANCOUVER - BRING YOUR WOOD FLOORS BACK TO LIFE | FLOORS DEPOT
At Floors Depot, we don't just refinish hardwood — we restore beauty, character, and long-term value to your home. Our professional hardwood refinishing service transforms worn, scratched, and faded wood floors into like-new showpieces — without the cost of full replacement. Whether you live in a classic Vancouver home or a modern condo in Burnaby or North Vancouver, we tailor each refinishing project to your floor’s specific needs, wood type, and desired finish.
Don’t cover up your hardwood floors. Reclaim their original charm — beautifully, affordably, and expertly refinished by Vancouver’s most trusted flooring contractor.
Why Vancouver Homeowners Trust Floors Depot for Hardwood Floor Refinishing
At Floors Depot, we’ve earned our reputation as the #1 hardwood floor refinishing contractor in Vancouver by consistently delivering premium results, unmatched craftsmanship, and lasting value. Homeowners across Vancouver, Burnaby, and North Vancouver turn to us when they want to restore their hardwood floors the right way — with zero guesswork, no mess, and stunning results.
Here’s what sets us apart:
Dust-Free Sanding with Advanced Equipment
We use professional-grade sanding machines with dust containment systems to protect your home and indoor air quality while revealing the raw beauty of your wood.
Custom Stain Matching & Designer Finish Options
From classic warm tones to contemporary greys and matte finishes, we offer a full range of eco-friendly stains and polyurethane coatings to achieve the perfect aesthetic for your home.
Master Technicians with 15+ Years Experience
Our seasoned refinishing specialists understand wood grain, board movement, and finish behavior — ensuring every square inch of your floor is treated with expert care.
Durable, Scratch-Resistant Finishes That Last
We apply high-performance, water-based or oil-based coatings designed to withstand high-traffic wear, moisture, and UV exposure — all backed by our workmanship warranty.
Locally Trusted. Fully Insured. Always Code-Compliant.
As a top-rated flooring company in Vancouver, we’re committed to professional integrity, liability protection, and seamless customer experiences from start to finish.
Hardwood Refinishing vs Replacement — Why Refinishing Is the Smart, High-Value Choice
If your hardwood floors are looking dull, scratched, or worn, you may be wondering whether to refinish or replace them entirely. The truth is, in most cases, hardwood floor refinishing is the smarter, more cost-effective solution — especially when done by a trusted Vancouver contractor like Floors Depot.
Here’s why more homeowners throughout Vancouver, Burnaby, and North Vancouver choose professional hardwood refinishing instead of full replacement:
Save Thousands on Material and Labour Costs
Replacing hardwood floors can cost 2 to 3 times more than refinishing. When you choose refinishing, you preserve the existing wood, avoid demolition and disposal fees, and eliminate the need for costly new planks.
Average refinishing cost: $7–$10 per sq ft
Average replacement cost: $20–$30+ per sq ft
Result: Huge savings with equally stunning results.
Keep the Character of Your Original Wood Floors
Older homes in Vancouver often have genuine oak, maple, or fir hardwood flooring that’s no longer available or would be prohibitively expensive to replicate. Refinishing allows you to keep the charm, character, and architectural value of your original floors — while renewing their surface and shine.
Eco-Friendly, Low-Waste Flooring Solution
Why rip out wood that can be restored? Hardwood refinishing is a sustainable flooring choice that reduces landfill waste and minimizes the need for new resource extraction. We also offer low-VOC stains and water-based finishes, making your refinishing project even more environmentally responsible.
Faster Turnaround with Less Disruption
Replacing flooring can mean weeks of delays, including tear-out, subfloor repairs, acclimation of new material, and installation. In contrast, most refinishing jobs are completed in 2–4 days, with minimal disruption to your home. Our dustless sanding systems and efficient process mean you can get back to your daily routine — fast.
Customize Your Floor’s Look Without Replacing It
Want to change the color or sheen of your wood floors? No need to replace. With refinishing, we can:
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Apply custom stains for modern or classic looks
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Alter gloss levels (matte, satin, semi-gloss, or high-gloss)
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Highlight grain patterns for a fresh aesthetic
You get the feel of a brand-new floor — without the cost or hassle of new flooring.
Increased Home Value with Lower Upfront Cost
Refinished hardwood floors are one of the top ROI upgrades for homeowners planning to sell or rent. They signal quality, cleanliness, and care — all without the expense of new material installation. A refinished floor boosts visual appeal, photos, and buyer impressions at a fraction of the replacement cost.
Perfect for Heritage and Strata-Regulated Homes
If you live in a heritage home in East Vancouver or a strata-regulated condo in Yaletown or Coal Harbour, refinishing is often the only approved flooring solution. It allows you to update your floors without violating building bylaws or altering structural flooring heights.
The Bottom Line:
If your hardwood floors are structurally sound — even if they’re scratched, dull, or stained — refinishing is almost always the better option. You’ll save money, reduce waste, preserve your home’s character, and enjoy a fresh new look.
Let us assess your floors and help you decide.
Schedule a free in-home hardwood floor inspection now — and get expert advice from Vancouver’s trusted refinishing professionals.
Expert Hardwood Floor Sanding & Dustless Refinishing in Vancouver
At Floors Depot, traditional hardwood floor refinishing is our specialty. Over time, wood floors can develop scratches, dents, and dullness. With this method, we remove the top layer of wood, eliminating imperfections and revealing a fresh surface. After sanding, staining allows you to pick from a large pallete of floor colors, letting you a chance to give your new floor a fresh look. Finally, refinishing adds a protective layer, giving your wood floor durability and a polished look. Our process starts with an on-site visit, where our experts assess the current condition of your hardwood floors. We evaluate key factors like the species of wood and the thickness of the top layer, which allows us to evaluate and recommend the best refinishing service option in your situation.
One of the options we offer at Floors Depot is dustless wood floor refinishing services. We use advanced equipment to capture nearly all the dust produced during the sanding process, keeping your home cleaner and reducing the cleanup time. It’s a great choice for homeowners looking to minimize disruption during the refinishing process.
Restore the natural beauty of your hardwood floors with Floors Depot’s expert sanding and dustless refinishing services.
Our advanced sanding equipment removes old finishes, scratches, and imperfections while capturing over 95% of dust, keeping your home clean and healthy.
We use eco-friendly, low-VOC stains and sealants to protect your indoor air quality without sacrificing rich, stunning results.
Trust our team to deliver smooth, even, and beautifully finished hardwood floors — safely and efficiently — anywhere in Vancouver and surrounding areas.
Sandless Wood Floor Recoating Services
In case your hardwood floors are lightly worn and don’t require a full sanding, sandless wood floor refinishing is exactly what you need. This process involves floor buffing and polishing to restore its shine without the need for heavy sanding. Our flooring company uses high-quality polishing equipment to perform hardwood floor repair before adding a new top coat of finish, leaving your wood floors looking revitalized without the need for heavy sanding.
The advantages of sandless refinishing include its speed and cost-effectiveness. It’s much faster and less expensive than traditional sanding, making it a great option for those looking for a quick upgrade. Since it doesn’t remove much of the wood’s top layer, it’s also less invasive. However, it should be noted that this method won't remove deep scratches or dents, and it doesn’t allow for color changes or staining. So, if you’re generally happy with your hardwood but feel it’s lost its shine, Floors Depot sandless refinishing services is your choice.
For floors that have minor wear but don't need full sanding, Floors Depot offers sandless refinishing — a fast, cost-effective alternative.
Our sandless recoating process deep-cleans the wood surface and applies a fresh layer of protective finish without heavy sanding equipment.
It's ideal for homeowners who want to quickly restore gloss and protect their floors without significant downtime or dust.
Perfect for lightly worn hardwood floors in condos, homes, and commercial spaces throughout Vancouver, Burnaby, and North Vancouver.
Full Hardwood Floor Restoration and Repair
Restoration for your floors may involve multiple services, ranging from light touch-ups to extensive repairs, including new solid or engineered hardwood floor installation and extending existing wood floors. For floors with deeper damage—such as stains, deep scratches, water damage, or burns—our refinishing experts will select planks from our Vancouver flooring store and replace individual pieces, matching them seamlessly to the original floor.
We offer custom staining services, which can either replicate the original floor color or align with your new design preferences. With on-site consultation with our flooring experts, you have the opportunity to see firsthand how the restored floors will match your space. Our goal with complete hardwood restoration is to bring your floors back to life while preserving their original beauty and character. Reach out to us to begin the hardwood flooring restoration process.
When your hardwood floors show serious signs of aging — deep scratches, pet damage, discoloration, or water stains — a full restoration is the solution.
Floors Depot’s comprehensive hardwood restoration service includes deep sanding, board repair or replacement, color matching, custom staining, and multi-layer sealing for maximum durability.
We specialize in bringing old, damaged floors back to life, helping homeowners across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland enjoy beautiful, long-lasting results.
Ready to Fall in Love With Your Floors Again?
Schedule your free hardwood floor refinishing consultation today!
Contact Floors Depot — Vancouver’s trusted experts in dustless sanding and restoration.
Hardwood Stair Refinishing and Restoration
As part of our hardwood flooring restoration package, we also offer hardwood, engineered wood, or parquet stairs restoration. Our team will restore every part of your stairs, including treads, risers, and railings. In addition to refinishing, we can also fix any flaws such as loose or squeaky treads and risers. Reach out to us for a consultation, so that we can discuss your stairs project in detail.
Stairs often experience the most wear in a home — and refinishing them requires special care.
At Floors Depot, we expertly refinish hardwood stairs, treads, risers, and railings with precision sanding, seamless stain matching, and professional-grade finishes.
Whether you want to restore the natural wood look or update your stairs with a modern custom stain, our refinishing team delivers flawless, slip-resistant results that enhance your entire home's design.
How Much Does Hardwood Floor Refinishing Cost in Vancouver?
The cost of refinishing and sanding hardwood floors can differ depending on several factors, including the size of the space, the condition of the floors, and the type of wood involved. Other aspects to consider are the selection of finishes and any required repairs or extra services, all of which can affect the total cost. At Floors Depot, we strive to offer competitive pricing and transparent estimates. Fill out the form or contact us directly to receive individual consultation on pricing.
Hardwood floor refinishing is one of the most affordable ways to dramatically improve the look and value of your home.
At Floors Depot, our refinishing services typically range from $8 to $9 per square foot, depending on the floor's condition, wood species, and desired finish.
Factors like stairs, custom stains, or extensive repairs may affect pricing.
We offer free, no-obligation on-site estimates anywhere in Vancouver, so you’ll know exactly what to expect before we start.
Our Proven 5-Step Hardwood Floor Refinishing Process
At Floors Depot, we believe hardwood floor refinishing is both a technical craft and an art. Our systematic, dust-controlled refinishing process is designed to restore your wood floors to their full beauty while ensuring long-lasting durability and minimal disruption to your home.
Whether you're in a heritage home in Kitsilano, a condo in Yaletown, or a family residence in Burnaby, our expert team delivers a flawless hardwood refinishing experience — every time.
Step 1: Floor Inspection & Detailed Site Preparation
Before we begin, we conduct a comprehensive on-site inspection of your hardwood floors. We assess:
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The type of wood (oak, maple, walnut, etc.)
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Overall floor condition and age
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Deep scratches, gaps, stains, or uneven areas
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Floor movement or signs of moisture damage
We then prepare the space by protecting walls, vents, and surrounding areas with dust barriers and floor-to-wall edging. Furniture must be removed, and we’ll coordinate assistance or recommend moving services as needed.
Step 2: Dustless Sanding with Professional Equipment
Using high-powered dustless sanding machines, we remove the top layer of the wood, eliminating:
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Old stain and finish
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Surface scratches and dents
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Discoloration or UV fading
Our sanding technique is multi-pass and grit-sequenced — meaning we use progressively finer abrasives to achieve a smooth, bare wood surface.
The result: a flawless canvas for stain and finish application, without filling your home with dust.
Ideal for families, pet owners, and strata buildings where cleanliness is essential.
Step 3: Custom Stain Application (Optional)
This is where the transformation really happens. If you choose to change your floor’s color, our team will:
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Provide color samples and custom stain matching
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Help you choose from popular tones (espresso, grey, white oak, natural blonde, etc.)
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Apply high-quality, fast-drying stains for deep, even penetration
We work with both oil-based and water-based stain systems, depending on your wood species and desired finish. This step allows you to modernize your flooring without replacement, aligning with your home’s design goals.
Step 4: Premium Finish Coating for Long-Term Protection
Once the stain is dry, we apply 2–3 coats of durable polyurethane finish (matte, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss) to seal and protect your floors.
Our coatings are:
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Scratch-resistant
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Moisture-repellent
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UV-stable
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Low in VOCs (safe for kids and pets)
We offer both commercial-grade water-based polyurethane and classic oil-based options, tailored to your traffic levels and aesthetic preferences.
Each coat is applied with precision and allowed to cure under optimal conditions.
Step 5: Final Walkthrough, Cleanup & Aftercare Guidance
Once the final coat is cured, our team conducts a detailed inspection of the floor to ensure a flawless finish and consistent appearance throughout the space.
We then:
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Remove all protective barriers
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Clean and vacuum the site
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Share a floor care and maintenance guide so your newly refinished hardwood stays beautiful for years to come
We’ll also advise when it’s safe to move furniture back and resume full use of your floors.
Refinish Once. Enjoy for Years.
Our methodical 5-step process ensures that every refinishing project in Vancouver meets the highest standards of durability, beauty, and professionalism. Whether you're refreshing your home for resale or restoring hardwood floors after years of wear and tear — Floors Depot delivers a premium experience with minimal downtime and maximum wow factor.
Ready to bring your hardwood floors back to life?
Book your free in-home consultation today and experience Vancouver’s most trusted hardwood floor refinishing team.
WHY CHOOSE US
Why Choose Floors Depot for Hardwood Floor Refinishing in Vancouver?
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Family-Owned & Operated Since 2005
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Certified Dustless Sanding Technology
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Full Range of Refinishing and Staining Options
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Affordable Pricing with No Hidden Fees
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1-Year Warranty on Workmanship
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Eco-Friendly Finishes and Low-VOC Products
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Serving Vancouver and Surrounding Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hardwood Floor Refinishing
What is hardwood refinishing?
In simple terms, hardwood refinishing is a process that rejuvenates your floors by sanding down the top layer of wood and applying a new stain and finish. This approach removes the previous layer of stain, allowing you to change the color if desired and giving your floors a fresh, revitalized appearance.
Is refinishing the same as resurfacing?
No. When you refinish your floor, all you are doing is sanding the top layer and adding a fresh coat of stain. It is done for the purpose of revitalizing the look of your floor and changing the colour if you choose to. Resurfacing is more involved, and it is done for the purpose of making the floor functionally better. Old worn-out planks are removed and replaced with new ones, uneven boards are sanded down, and all the planks are inspected and reinforced with new nails if needed. In many cases, a resurfacing job is followed by a refinishing.
Can you refinish hardwood floors without sanding?
Yes, refinishing can be done without sanding through methods like sandless or buffing refinishing. This technique lightly scuffs the floor's surface and applies a new finish without the extensive dust and mess associated with traditional sanding.
Can I change the colour of my hardwood floor?
Absolutely! One of the key advantages of refinishing is the ability to change the color of your hardwood floors. Once the old stain is removed, you can select any new stain color up to your preferences.
Does sanding produce a lot of dust?
Yes, traditional sanding can create significant dust. However, many modern refinishing services use dustless sanding technology, which minimizes dust by using specific equipment that captures particles as they are generated, resulting in a cleaner work environment.
How long does hardwood floor refinishing usually take?
Most projects take 2–5 days, depending on the size, condition, and drying time of finishes.
Is dustless hardwood refinishing completely dust-free?
While no process is 100% dust-free, our dustless sanding system captures over 95% of airborne dust, keeping your home clean and safe.
Can you remove deep scratches and stains during refinishing?
Yes, deep sanding typically removes most scratches, dents, and water stains, restoring your hardwood's original beauty.
What is the difference between sanding and sandless refinishing?
Sanding fully removes the top layer of wood and old finish, while sandless refinishing lightly abrades and recoats the existing finish for minor wear.
How often should hardwood floors be refinished?
Typically, hardwood floors should be refinished every 7–10 years depending on wear, traffic, and maintenance.
Don’t Wait — Your Dream Floors Are Just One Refinish Away!
With Floors Depot’s expert team, advanced dustless technology, and eco-friendly finishes, your floors will look better than ever — without the hassle or hidden costs.
Call us now or request your free on-site estimate and see why Vancouver homeowners trust us for superior hardwood floor refinishing.