How much does it cost to buff and polish hardwood floors?

<div>Most homeowners can expect to pay between $1.00 and $2.50 per square foot to hire a professional to buff and polish hardwood floors. Adding additional coats of polish will cost an extra $0.50 to $1.75 per square foot. Keep in mind that buffing and polishing expenses are more cost-effective than <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hardwood-floor-refinishing-cost-and-other-factors.htm">refinishing hardwood floors</a>, ranging from $1.50 to $7 per square foot. </div>

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Last update on May 10, 2025

Reviewed in February 2023
It went very well. Cleaned and sealed polished limestone floors. Great job even around the edges. Badly etched marble like new. Recaulked/replaced grout around kitchen sink, bathtub/shower, bathroom sink. Excellent, careful work. Completed in estimated time, estimated fee. Recommend highly.
G & R Sasaguchi Inc
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Reviewed in May 2022
Chris was amazing! Prompt, professional, well-priced, clean and efficient. I mean, really, my entire experience with Angi and with Chris could not have gone better.
Marble & Stonelife
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Reviewed in April 2012
00Chris Chai came to our house to give us an estimate in March. He brought a book of photos of his work and when asked about the floors and counters he knew exactly what they were, how they were put in and what needed to be done. He was obviously very educated in marble, granite, travertine,...
Marble & Stonelife
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Reviewed in December 2014
Chris and his team came early and were very professional. The floors were dingy and now are bright. The counters look good too. They used multiple fans to speed the drying of the sealer so we did not have to avoid walking on the floors for too long. They were clearly experiences and cared about...
Marble & Stonelife
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Reviewed in December 2011
Chris and his helper arrived on time and finished on time. They were cordial and got right to work. When they were done, they locked up. I barely noticed they were here.
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Reviewed in September 2016
Every Job that Chris and his team has done for me over the years has been excellent. If something wasn't quite done to my specifications, Chris would rectify right away. Marble & Stonelife are an A+ in my book.
Marble & Stonelife
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Reviewed in May 2014
It went fabulously well. Chris and his son Jonathan did a fine job on the floors both the length of the entry and the whole master bath. Also they finished the slate top of the counter in the master bath with sealer. They repair a patch in the kitchen in the granite behind the faucet and it...
Marble & Stonelife
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Reviewed in June 2011
Marble & Stonelife did an EXCELLENT job!!! It's like I have brand new floors!I highly recommend this service to anyone interested in restoring their marble.
Marble & Stonelife
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Reviewed in August 2012
I heartily recommend Chris and his crew for any stone cleaning, polishing or any other service they provide. They were exemplary in every aspect of their work, and I couldn't be happier with my floors; they glow like the day they were installed, back in 1989.
Marble & Stonelife
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Reviewed in September 2011
It went extremely well. Chris and his fellow worker showed up on time, were very careful, paid meticulous attention to detail, and cleaned up very thoroughly after all the work was finished. I was very pleased and impressed with the level of professionalism and the quality of the work.
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You should hire a flooring professional polish hardwood floors once per year. This annual schedule will help keep any surface scratches from getting more profound and restore a shine to your floor. However, if you have a high-trafficked home with excess dirt and debris, you might consider twice-yearly polishing to help it stay fresh. In between professional cleanings, stay on top of weekly floor cleanings and scratch-resolving to maintain the floor’s integrity.

Most homeowners can expect to pay between $1.00 and $2.50 per square foot to hire a professional to buff and polish hardwood floors. Adding additional coats of polish will cost an extra $0.50 to $1.75 per square foot. Keep in mind that buffing and polishing expenses are more cost-effective than refinishing hardwood floors, ranging from $1.50 to $7 per square foot.

Consider these recommendations for upgrading your flooring: Buffing is recommended for flooring with minor scratches and scuffs that can be filled, creating a new-looking shine.

Refinishing your floors includes removing the top layer of wood floors, exposing new wood to stain, finish, or wax. This method is best when you have deeper scratches that cannot simply be filled.

Replacing your flooring is best when it's been sanded and refinished numerous times, when unpleasant odors are coming from the floor, or when it has excessive wear and tear.

You can buff your floors yourself if you have plenty of time, patience, and know-how. This intermediate-level DIY project requires either buying or renting a floor buffer and purchasing a buffing solution. This process can be time-consuming and, if not done correctly, can leave burn-like marks on your floor.

To ensure this job is done correctly without damaging your floors, consider hiring a professional floor buffer and polisher instead. You might save money on labor costs by DIYing this project, but you could spend more on repairs if not done correctly.

Both buffing and polishing increase the longevity of your floors by removing scratches and buildup, but they are different processes. Polishing removes the top layer of your floor, removing surface-level scuffs and scratches. Buffing your floor involves filling the scratches and scuffs with a buffing solution. No matter which method you choose, you can rest assured that both techniques will leave your floor looking shiny and new.

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