What refinishing costs in Ottawa in 2026 – and why it usually beats replacing.
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What changes the price
Hardwood floor refinishing cost in Ottawa is usually a fraction of replacement, and depends on the floor’s size and condition. If your boards are structurally sound, refinishing gives you a like-new floor for a fraction of replacement cost.
What affects the price
The main things that move your quote.
Square footage and rooms
More floor and more separate rooms means more sanding and finishing time.
Stairs and detailed areas
Stairs, closets and tight spaces are slow, careful work.
Stain and number of coats
Changing colour or adding extra coats adds materials and time.
Repairs before sanding
Damaged boards that need replacing first add to the cost.
What Ottawa homeowners say
What Ottawa homeowners say about Solomon Flooring.
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5/5
Our hardwood floors look brand new after refinishing. The team did a beautiful job and left the house spotless.
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5/5
Clear quote, fair pricing, and quality installation. The entire process was smooth from start to finish.
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5/5
The team did a great job. Victor was very communicative throughout the whole process.
Hardwood floor refinishing cost in Ottawa is usually a fraction of replacement, and depends on the floor's size and condition.
Typical refinishing ranges
Sand and recoat: about $3-$6 per sq ft
Stairs: roughly $80-$180 per flight
Refinishing restores the floor you already have, so it is almost always cheaper and less disruptive than tearing it out and replacing it.