Hardwood Floor Refinishing in Cheney — Restore, Don't Replace

Serving Cheney, Medical Lake & surrounding western Spokane County communities  ·  We call back within 1 hour

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Scratched, Dull, and Stained — But Not Beyond Saving

Cheney homes range from older bungalows and ranch-styles near the Eastern Washington University campus to newer construction on the outskirts. Many haven't been refinished in years — or ever. The same Spokane climate that causes expansion and contraction challenges affects Cheney too, sometimes more intensely given the slightly more exposed geography. We bring the same dustless equipment and finish systems west of Spokane.

The free estimate answers the key question: can your floors be saved, and what will it actually cost?

What Waiting Is Doing to Your Floors

  • Scratches go deeper over time. Once the finish layer is broken, bare wood absorbs grit, moisture, and oils from foot traffic. The damage that stops at the surface today doesn't stay there.
  • Water damage is cumulative. Repeated moisture events penetrate further into the wood each season. There's a point where refinishing stops being possible.
  • Pre-sale window is short. Refinishing requires cure time before furniture goes back. If you're planning to list, this needs to happen before the rush.
  • Replacement costs 3–4x more. Refinishing at $3.50–$7/sqft vs. new hardwood installation at $6–$12/sqft or more. When the wood underneath is solid, refinishing is almost always the right call.

How We Refinish Floors

1. Free in-home estimate. We assess the wood — species, thickness, condition, depth of damage — and give you a written quote. Full refinish, screen-and-recoat, or selective board replacement depending on what we find.

2. Stain samples on your actual floor. You pick the color in your own lighting — not from a card. We apply test swatches and you approve before we commit.

3. Dustless sanding. Our HEPA-filtered containment system captures dust at the source. No fine particles circulating through your forced-air ductwork for months after the job.

4. Stain, seal, and finish coats. Two to three coats of commercial-grade polyurethane with buffing between each. Water-based options cure faster; oil-based adds warmth and depth.

5. Cure and handoff. Light foot traffic in 24 hours (water-based) or 48 hours (oil-based). Written care instructions for Spokane's seasonal climate included.

What Our Customers Say

"Had an older home near the EWU campus with original oak floors under carpet. Refinishing revealed floors we didn't know were there. Three coats waterborne poly, light natural stain. Looks better than anything modern."

L. & D. F. · Cheney

"Rental property refinish before re-listing for tenants. They were efficient, on-time, and the quote matched the invoice. No surprises. Floors look clean and durable."

R. C. · Cheney

What Does Refinishing Cost?

ServicePrice Range
Full refinish (sand + stain + seal)$3.50–$7/sq ft
Screen and recoat (no sanding)$1.50–$2.50/sq ft
Board replacement (if needed)$10–$20/sq ft
Stair refinishing$40–$80/stair

A typical living room (~300 sq ft) runs $1,050–$2,100 for full refinishing. A full home with ~1,200 sq ft typically runs $4,200–$8,400. Quotes are written and itemized — no surprises at the end.

Quick Answers Before You Call

Will there be a lot of dust?

Not with our dustless sanding system. It captures the vast majority of dust at the source — dramatically different from traditional refinishing. Most homeowners stay home during the project.

What if I choose the wrong stain color?

You choose from test patches applied to your actual floor, in your actual light. You approve it before we proceed. No commitment until you've seen the color in context.

How long until I can use the room?

Water-based finish: foot traffic in 24 hours, furniture in 72 hours, area rugs after 7 days. Oil-based: 48 hours for foot traffic, 7 days for furniture.

Do you work in Cheney?

Yes. We serve Cheney and nearby Medical Lake regularly. Same pricing and 3-year warranty as our Spokane work — no travel surcharge.

Get a Free Estimate for Your Cheney Floors

Moving in, listing, or just ready to see what your floors actually look like — the estimate is free and takes about 20 minutes in your home. (509) 461-9375 — we answer or call back within 1 hour.

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