Hardwood Floor Refinishing in Madison WI
Madison is home base, and from century-old bungalows near the lakes to newer homes on the edges, we refinish, repair and recoat wood floors with a plan that fits each house.
- Marquette, Vilas, Dudgeon-Monroe and beyond
- Dustless sanding
- Stairs and repairs
Licensed and insured, and many years in business serving the greater Madison area.
Local facts that shape floor work in Madison
Madison has many older neighborhoods, and their history affects how we approach a floor.
| Local fact | What it tells us |
|---|---|
| Marquette dates to the late 1850s and has historic homes on Rutledge and Williamson Streets (PODS) | Old wood, many sandings possible, check each floor |
| The Marquette Bungalows were declared a local historic district in 1993 and joined the National Register in 1997 (National Register record) | Original bungalow floors are worth saving |
| Dudgeon-Monroe is known for craftsman and bungalow homes from the early 1900s (Improovy) | Warm mid-tone stains fit the style |
| Tenney-Lapham, Schenk-Atwood, Greenbush, Nakoma and others are listed among Madison's old-school neighborhoods (Mad City Dream Homes) | Age varies by block, so measure first |
A city of old floors
Madison's older streets were built when thick solid wood floors were common, and that is good news for refinishing, because a sanding takes off only about 1/32 to 1/16 inch (Hardwood Floors magazine).
Still, floors that were sanded before may have less left, and we check the wear layer on every job; read our guides to sanding limits and refinish or replace.
Our other pages cover the neighborhoods Marquette, Vilas and Dudgeon-Monroe, plus Middleton, Sun Prairie, Fitchburg, Waunakee and Verona.
Floor services in Madison
Whatever the age of your house, these seven services cover most floor jobs.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Older Madison neighborhoods hold many homes that are a century old, so we measure the wood before we quote.
Hardwood Floor Refinishing →Dustless Floor Sanding
Open plans near the lakes and downtown carry dust far, so vacuum-connected sanding helps on city homes with built-ins.
Dustless Floor Sanding →Screen and Recoat
A recoat suits a Madison floor that still beads water, which saves the wood for a later full sand.
Screen and Recoat →Older Madison homes and lead-safe rules
Wisconsin's lead rule covers paid work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978, and sanding is on the list (Wisconsin DHS). Floors are not always painted, but stair parts, trim and porches often are, and tell us up front and see the lead rule guide. Humidity also matters here: NWFA suggests 30 to 50 percent (NWFA); see Madison humidity and floors.
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Request a quote in Madison
Tell us about your floors, and we will explain your options, or return to the home page first.
A Madison-area customer
Our floors were looking tired and had noticeable scratches in several areas. After working with Madison Floor Refinishing, they look amazing. The team was friendly, answered every question, and made sure we were happy with the finished product. Great experience all around!
Floor refinishing in Madison: questions answered
Do you refinish floors in Madison's older neighborhoods?
Yes, and Marquette, Vilas, Dudgeon-Monroe and other older areas are part of our regular service area; see the locations page.
How much does refinishing cost in Madison?
One Madison estimate page lists a typical range of $1,121 to $2,228 (Angi*), and see the cost guide.
Can my old Madison floors be sanded again?
Probably, if the wear layer allows, and see sanding limits.
Does my home need lead-safe work?
If it was built before 1978 and paint will be disturbed for pay, likely yes (Wisconsin DHS).
Do you offer hardwood floor refinishing near me?
We serve Madison and nearby towns, and pick your city on the contact page.
Is dustless sanding offered in Madison?
Yes, and see dustless floor sanding.
Is there hardwood floor refinishing near me in Madison WI?
Yes, and Madison is our home base, so most neighborhoods are a short drive; send the form with your area and rooms.
Every floor service in Madison
Hardwood Floor Refinishing in Madison
Full sanding and new finish for wood that has lost its shine or its color. Older Madison neighborhoods hold many homes that are a century old, so we measure the wood before we quote. More on hardwood floor refinishing in Madison.
Floor Sanding in Madison
Drum and edger passes planned around how much wood your floor has left to give. Older Madison floors may have been sanded before, so we measure how much wood is left before the first pass. More on floor sanding in Madison.
Dustless Floor Sanding in Madison
Vacuum-connected sanding that keeps more dust out of the air and off your shelves. Open plans near the lakes and downtown carry dust far, so vacuum-connected sanding helps on city homes with built-ins. More on dustless floor sanding in Madison.
Hardwood Floor Repair in Madison
Gaps, gouges and stains are fixed first so the new finish has a sound floor under it. Winter heat opens gaps in many Madison floors, and we sort seasonal gaps from damage that needs real repair. More on hardwood floor repair in Madison.
Hardwood Floor Screen and Recoat in Madison
A light screening and fresh coat for floors that are dull but still protected. A recoat suits a Madison floor that still beads water, which saves the wood for a later full sand. More on screen and recoat in Madison.
Hardwood Floor Staining in Madison
A color change goes into bare wood, so it begins with a full sand. Madison bungalows often have a darker old stain, and going lighter takes more sanding than going darker. More on floor staining and color change in Madison.
Staircase Refinishing in Madison
Treads, risers and rails refinished together so the stairs match the floor, and narrow city staircases need a clear plan for getting up and down while the finish cures. More on staircase refinishing in Madison.
Request a quote in Madison
Send your address area and a few notes on the floor, and we will reply with a clear plan.
* Cost figures are estimates from the linked third-party guides, not a quote from us, and Madison prices vary with floor size, wood, condition and the finish you pick.