Kennesaw, Marietta, Sandy Springs & North Metro Atlanta
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Planetary sanding, custom stain matching, and a dustless finish process — sand-to-bare-wood refinishing done by the same crew that's been at this since 2001.
- Hundreds of Five-Star Reviews
- Featured on TV Multiple Times
- 25 Years in Business
- Insured & Family Owned
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The sanding stage decides everything else. We use a multi-disc planetary sander — not a drum sander — so the floor comes out flat with no stop marks, and the dust extractor pulls the dust out of the air before it ever settles in your house. See how planetary sanding works →
What Refinishing Actually Involves
A full refinish starts with an on-site walkthrough, not a phone-quote guess: we look at the wood species, the finish that's already down, and how much wear layer is left to work with, then confirm the plan and a written price in person. From there, sanding runs in stages — a coarser first pass to strip the old finish and level the boards, then progressively finer passes with the planetary sander to prepare the bare wood for stain.
If you're staining, we custom-mix the color on-site and test it on your actual floor before committing — popular choices include natural, honey, and darker tones like Fruitwood, Jacobean, or Dark Walnut, and we can match an existing floor elsewhere in the house instead of guessing from a swatch. See the full range on our stain color chart. Once the color is right, we seal and topcoat with either Bona's water-based finish system or ProCoat's oil-modified Artisan Series, depending on the sheen, durability, and dry time that fits your household.
Dust containment starts at the sander itself: a hose runs from the sanding head straight to a vacuum, so most of the sanding dust never becomes airborne in the first place. We still lay down plastic sheeting at doorways to rooms outside the work area, because "virtually dustless" is the honest claim — not zero dust.
Total time on-site depends on square footage and how many coats of finish you choose. A full sand-to-bare-wood refinish typically runs several days from first pass to final coat; if a screen-and-recoat is all you need instead, that's often finished in a single day. Either way, we'll give you a specific timeline in writing before work starts.
What's Included
- Full sand-to-bare-wood refinish with multi-disc planetary sanders, not drum sanders
- Dust extraction connected directly to the sanding head, plus containment at doorways
- Custom stain color matching, or a natural finish that shows the wood's own tone
- Choice of Bona water-based or ProCoat oil-modified finish systems
- Lighter screen-and-recoat option when a full sand isn't needed
- Stair, closet, and transition blending to match the rest of the floor
- On-site measure and a written, itemized estimate before any work starts
- Financing available — up to $55,000, interest-free options from $30/mo
When Refinishing Beats Tearing It Out
If the subfloor is solid and the boards have enough wood left to sand — most solid hardwood can take several more refinishes before that runs out — refinishing keeps the floor you already have and skips the cost and mess of a full tear-out. It's usually the faster, less disruptive option when the wood itself is sound and the problem is really just the finish sitting on top of it.
Replacement makes more sense when boards are cupped or buckled from water damage that sanding can't fix, when an engineered floor's wear layer is too thin to sand again, or when you want a different species or plank width than what's already down. We'll tell you honestly which situation you're in during the on-site estimate — a refinish that won't hold up is a callback waiting to happen, and that costs us more than the job was worth. Need new material instead? See our full installation & refinishing services.
Recent Refinishing Work
A sample of real refinishing jobs completed by The Hardwood Guys crew around North Metro Atlanta.
Why Homeowners Trust Us With Their Floors
- Insured & Family Owned — insured for general liability and workman's comp
- Refinishing hardwood floors in North Metro Atlanta since 2001
- Hundreds of five-star reviews on Google, Yelp, and Nextdoor
- Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave, featured on TV multiple times
Hundreds of Five-Star Reviews
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“From the first phone call I had a great experience with The Hardwood Guys. They were very responsive, did a great job on the floors, and kept to the schedule which was very important for us. They were reliable and very professional. Would certainly recommend them in the future.”
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“We had a fantastic experience with The Hardwood Guys. They were responsive and accommodating throughout the entire process. All of my questions were answered clearly and they listened carefully to what I wanted and guided me in the right direction with their professional knowledge. Our floors and railings look gorgeous and they were very respectful of our home. Customer service is top notch. Highly recommend.”
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“We recently hired the Hardwood Guys and we are beyond pleased with the quality of labor and work! The guys are so professional and hard workers! They get in, get the job done and leave the job site so clean.”
10,000 hardwood jobs completed since 2001
Refinishing Across Kennesaw, Marietta, Sandy Springs & North Metro Atlanta
We also refinish hardwood floors throughout Woodstock, Canton, Roswell, Alpharetta, Acworth, and the rest of North Metro Atlanta.
Ready to See What Your Floors Could Look Like?
Schedule a free on-site measure — we'll tell you honestly whether your floor needs a refinish, a recoat, or new material, then give you a written estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you use dustless sanding equipment?
Yes. We run multi-disc planetary sanders with dust extraction connected directly at the sanding head, which keeps the vast majority of dust in the vacuum instead of your house — virtually dustless, though we've never claimed 100%.
What's the difference between planetary and drum sanding?
A drum sander cuts hard in one direction and needs a separate edger for the perimeter, which can leave stop marks or a visible ring where the two meet. Our planetary sander drives several smaller discs across the floor at once, cutting in multiple directions, flattening the field and blending the edges with the same head instead of leaving a seam.
How do I know if I need a full refinish or just a screen and recoat?
Try the water-drop test: put a few drops of water on a worn spot and wait about ten minutes. Water that beads up usually means a screen-and-recoat is enough. Water that soaks in and darkens the wood usually means you need a full sand-and-refinish. Either way, we'll confirm in person before recommending one over the other.
How long does a hardwood floor refinish take?
It depends on square footage and how many coats of finish you choose. A full sand-to-bare-wood refinish is a multi-day job — sanding first, then stain if you're using one, then multiple coats of finish with dry time between each coat. When a full refinish isn't needed, a screen-and-recoat is often finished in a single day.
Can I choose a custom stain color, or match my existing floors?
Yes. We custom-mix stain to match an existing floor or a color you've picked, including popular options like Fruitwood, Jacobean, and Dark Walnut, and we finish with either Bona's water-based system or ProCoat's oil-modified Artisan Series depending on the look and durability you want.
Do you offer financing for refinishing projects?
Yes. We offer financing up to $55,000, with interest-free options starting from $30 a month, subject to approval. Ask about it when you request your estimate.
Request a Free Estimate
Tell us about your refinishing project and we'll get back to you with an estimate — usually the same business day.
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A member of The Hardwood Guys team will call or text you during business hours (Mon–Fri, 7AM–5PM) to schedule your free on-site estimate.