Hardwood Refinishing Calculator & Material Planner
Finish coats, sanding belts and edge discs from area and coverage.
Project estimate
Hardwood Refinishing Planner
$434–$499
Material estimate + optional reserve · USD
- Finish application area
- 1,800 ft²
- Working time allowance
- 1.63 days
26 person-hours / 2 people / 8 h per day. Provisional activity rates; adjust in advanced options.
Excludes labor, tax, delivery, equipment rental, permits and site work. Sample prices are not live retailer quotes. Upper budget includes 15% contingency.
Cost breakdown
- Finish
- $260
- Abrasives
- $144
- Tools
- $30
Shopping list
0 / 4 checkedWhole packages rounded up. Edit a unit price to use your supplier's quote.
Finish
Floor finish
4 gal
$260$65 per gal
Abrasives
Sanding belts
9 pieces
$108$12 per pieces
Edge sanding discs
9 pieces
$36$4 per pieces
Tools
Applicator pads
3 pieces
$30$10 per pieces
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Assumptions & project notes
- Material allowance: 10%. Package sizes and coverage rates are editable in the inputs.
- Check final dimensions, product specifications and any required local approvals before ordering.
Tools & preparation
- Tape measure, straightedge and level
- Marking and layout tools
- Suitable cutting and fastening tools
- Product-specific preparation and finishing tools
A preparation list; confirm installation tools with your selected products.
How to use the hardwood refinishing planner
Start with area, finish coats, sanding grit stages. The result includes finish application area. Open advanced options to match your product sizes, material allowance and labor expectations.
1. Measure and specify
Measure each room or surface and identify openings, edges, fixtures and transitions.
2. Adjust the estimate
Check package coverage, material orientation, pattern alignment and substrate requirements.
3. Prepare your order
Review full-piece cuts and matching accessories; order from consistent product batches where needed.
4. Plan the work
Prepare the surface and follow the product installation and finishing sequence, including drying or curing periods.
Frequently asked questions
What does the hardwood refinishing planner estimate?+
Finish coats, sanding belts and edge discs from area and coverage. The shopping list includes floor finish, sanding belts, edge sanding discs, applicator pads.
Which assumptions should I check?+
Check all measurements and replace the coverage and package sizes with the figures for the products you will actually buy. Material allowance and whole-package rounding can change the order quantity.
Are the prices current supplier quotes?+
No. Initial unit prices are illustrative USD budgeting inputs. Enter a price beside each material to use your own quote. The total includes materials only; labor, shipping, taxes, permits and rental are excluded.
Can I save or share my project?+
Save stores the inputs and prices on this browser. Share link includes the configuration in the address so another device can reopen it. Download CSV exports the shopping list, and Print / PDF opens your browser’s print dialog.