Refinishing hardwood floors can improve their appearance and protect them for years to come. However, regardless of your DIY skills, you probably shouldn’t attempt to do this job yourself. Here are a few reasons why hardwood floor refinishing should be left up to the professionals.

Why DIY Hardwood Floor Refinishing Is More Trouble Than It's Worth

1. Mistakes

No matter what DIY websites may tell you, refinishing floors is no easy task, especially if you don’t have experience with sanding. If you make mistakes, your floors will look worse, and you may have to replace them.

2. Cleanup

If you don’t have the right equipment and tools for hardwood floor refinishing, you’ll probably create a huge mess. Dust will get everywhere, including into your heating and air conditioning ducts. It may take you days to clean. The machines that professionals use collect sawdust as they sand. 

3. Cost

Although you may hope to save money by refinishing your hardwood floors yourself, you may wind up spending more. The power sander, sandpaper, stain, and varnish are expensive, and you may have to redo your work if you don’t like the results.

4. Timeline

If you don’t have the proper experience and tools for the job, hardwood floor refinishing may take several weekends to complete. Rooms in your house will be off-limits for a while, disrupting your family and routines. Professionals, on the other hand, can complete the job in just a few days, working consistently until completion. You, on the other hand, would have to balance the task with other tasks of daily life. 

If you’re looking to refinish your hardwood floors, turn to the professionals at Hardwood Rescue. They’ve been providing homeowners and businesses in Greater St. Louis with impeccable refinishing and maintenance services for nearly two decades. In addition, they’ve earned an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau® and guarantee all their work. To schedule an appointment, call (636)-532-5476, or visit their website for more information about their dustless sanding and refinishing services.